The Vaults - London
The Vaults, Waterloo – Discover a unique underground venue for concerts and creative workshops with stunning Victorian brickwork. Enquire via Hire Space today.
Location: Waterloo, London, Waterloo, SE1 7RG, London
Coordinates: 51.5010070800781, -0.114131025969982
Capacity: 100 - 599 guests
Starting from: 100
Available Spaces
The Long Wet One
Capacity: Up to 100 Standing guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
Our deep, dark underground space that comes with the most impact and atmosphere is perfect for artistic ventures that demand a unique backdrop. The Long Wet One at The Vaults is an immersive venue that thrives on creativity, regularly hosting site-specific performances that captivate audiences. With nearly 30,000 SqFt of flexible Victorian brickwork and abandoned 70s office space, this central London location offers nine distinct arches, each brimming with character. While the space can be damp, it adds to the authenticity of your production—just be mindful of costumes, artwork, and tech. Ideal for theatre, fashion shows, and immersive experiences, The Vaults invites you to unleash your imagination in its intriguing maze of tunnels. Embrace the bold and unusual atmosphere that only The Vaults can provide, and let your artistic vision come to life in this extraordinary setting.
The Food One
Capacity: Up to 120 Dining guests
Pricing: 100 / Venue Fee
The Vaults Kitchen is a dual-level pop-up space with it's own entrance off the famous Leake Street graffiti tunnel. Check out our website to find what is currently cooking. The kitchen is available for takeovers - get in touch. We can also host private events within the current set up - whatever that may be.
The Vaults Theatre
Capacity: Up to 176 Theatre guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
Immersive, subterranean arts venue beneath Waterloo with atmospheric railway-arch tunnels and a flexible theatre tunnel—ideal for intimate, experimental storytelling with strong blackout potential and in-house tech support.
The Bricky One
Capacity: Up to 400 Standing guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
Atmospheric Victorian-arch venue beneath Waterloo with bold industrial brickwork and multiple spaces that can be configured for impactful, creative offsites and breakouts.
The Short Wet One
Capacity: Up to 100 Standing guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
An atmospheric, Victorian brickwork tunnel with small dimensions, The Short Wet One at The Vaults creates a striking backdrop for any event. This unique space is perfect for immersive pop-ups, captivating installations, or adding a daring twist to larger gatherings. Nestled within the vibrant underground of Waterloo Station, The Vaults offers nearly 30,000 SqFt of flexible space, featuring nine distinct arches that inspire creativity. Ideal for exhibitions, screenings, and theatrical performances, this venue invites you to explore its intriguing maze of tunnels. With its bold character and central London location, The Short Wet One is the ultimate choice for those seeking an unforgettable experience. Embrace the unusual and let your imagination run wild in this remarkable setting.
The Big Black One
Capacity: Up to 599 Standing guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
The largest of our spaces, perfect for markets, screenings, product launches. The space is often used as a central hub for larger events, with a large arched ceiling and a mezzanine level. This is often hired with The Little White One - a small space off The Big Black One which can serve as a VIP area, place for games, chilling out or food.
The Mezzy One
Capacity: Up to 350 Standing guests
Pricing: 500 / Venue Fee
The main element here is a grated mezzanine level, with stairs at either end. This can be used as simply additional space, or creatively to be looked through, giving the sense of spying on those above or below you.
About This Venue
Venue Information
Total Spaces: 7
Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Venues/London/1441/The-Vaults