The Courtyard

Ministry of Sound

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  • From £2000
  • 500 Reception
  • Elephant & Castle Station
  • From £2000
  • 500 Reception
  • Elephant & Castle Station
The only outdoor filming space in central London with a retractable canopy and customisable lighting rig in an iconic nightclub setting.
Viviana Delarosa
Viviana Delarosa

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  • 500 capacity
  • 24-hour license
  • Industrial-style setting
  • Retractable canopy for weather protection
  • Customisable lighting rig
  • Outdoor bar
  • Striking greenery wall
The Courtyard is an expansive, industrial-style outdoor space with a 500 capacity, perfect for commercial and non-commercial filming and photography. Featuring a new retractable canopy, a sleek outdoor bar and a striking greenery wall, it offers a unique and versatile backdrop. The customisable lighting rig allows you to tailor the ambience to your project, while branding opportunities enhance your visual storytelling. ideal for capturing expansive scenes or dramatic, eye-catching visuals.



Frequently asked questions

Film shoots are priced at £5,500 for a 12-hour period or £8,500 for 24 hours, with additional hours charged at £600 per hour. Security is mandatory for the duration of the shoot and will be added to these costs, with specific rates discussed based on your requirements.

The Courtyard Film and Photo space has a capacity of 500 people and features an expansive, industrial-style outdoor layout. It includes a retractable canopy, outdoor bar, striking greenery wall, and customizable lighting rig that allows you to tailor the ambience to your project.

Yes, you are welcome to provide your own catering team for crew meals during filming and photography shoots. Alternatively, Ministry of Sound can arrange catering if you prefer them to handle this service.

The Film and Photo space offers branding opportunities to enhance your visual storytelling, along with a customizable lighting rig that allows you to create the perfect ambience for your project. The industrial-style setting with greenery wall provides a versatile backdrop that can be adapted to various creative visions.

The venue runs club nights on Fridays and Saturdays and is not available for private bookings on these days. Other days of the week are available for filming and photography, with the venue offering 12-hour or 24-hour hire periods.

The space features a customizable lighting rig for creating different moods and atmospheres, plus a retractable canopy for weather protection. The industrial-style setting includes a greenery wall backdrop and outdoor bar area, providing multiple visual elements for creative projects.

Yes, security is mandatory for all filming and photography shoots for the duration of the booking. Security costs are additional to the base hire rates and will be discussed and quoted based on your specific requirements and shoot duration.

The corporate events team handles private hire bookings including filming, photography, fashion shows, product launches, and corporate events. They do not handle club events or ticketed public events, which are managed separately through the club team.

Yes, the Film and Photo space features a retractable canopy that provides flexibility for weather protection during outdoor filming and photography sessions. This allows shoots to continue even if weather conditions change during your booking period.

The space offers an industrial-style aesthetic with a striking greenery wall, customizable lighting rig, and expansive 500-person capacity area. The combination of urban industrial elements with natural greenery provides versatile backdrops ideal for fashion shoots, editorial photography, and creative commercial projects.




More about Ministry of Sound

Ministry of Sound isn't just a legendary London nightclub - it's a powerhouse venue that's been shaping culture since 1991. Located just south of the Thames, it sprawls across 900 square metres of versatile event space, capable of hosting up to 1,550 guests with a 24-hour license to keep the energy high. The venue features 6 interconnected spaces, each with its own distinct vibe. Perfect for conferences, workshops, product launches, fashion shows, you name it, this iconic venue combines industrial charm with cutting-edge tech to create a unique setting for any event.



The Courtyard at Ministry of Sound - Film and Photo

Capacity: Up to 500 guests (Reception)
Location: 103 Gaunt St, Elephant & Castle, SE1 6DP, London
Coordinates: 51.4976172, -0.0992683

Features

  • Wifi
  • Outdoor Bar
  • Retractable Canopy

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering
  • Kosher Catering
  • Recommended Caterering List Available

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • Outdoor Space
  • 331m² (3,563ft²)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 5am
  • Extensions Available

Capacities

  • 500 Reception

Venue Guide Prices

Events

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£2,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Film and Photo

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£2,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

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Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£2,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the filming and photography rates for the Film and Photo space?

Film shoots are priced at £5,500 for a 12-hour period or £8,500 for 24 hours, with additional hours charged at £600 per hour. Security is mandatory for the duration of the shoot and will be added to these costs, with specific rates discussed based on your requirements.

What is the capacity and layout of the Film and Photo space?

The Courtyard Film and Photo space has a capacity of 500 people and features an expansive, industrial-style outdoor layout. It includes a retractable canopy, outdoor bar, striking greenery wall, and customizable lighting rig that allows you to tailor the ambience to your project.

Can I bring my own catering team for filming and photography shoots?

Yes, you are welcome to provide your own catering team for crew meals during filming and photography shoots. Alternatively, Ministry of Sound can arrange catering if you prefer them to handle this service.

What branding and customization options are available for the space?

The Film and Photo space offers branding opportunities to enhance your visual storytelling, along with a customizable lighting rig that allows you to create the perfect ambience for your project. The industrial-style setting with greenery wall provides a versatile backdrop that can be adapted to various creative visions.

Are there any restrictions on filming days or times?

The venue runs club nights on Fridays and Saturdays and is not available for private bookings on these days. Other days of the week are available for filming and photography, with the venue offering 12-hour or 24-hour hire periods.

What technical features are included in the Film and Photo space?

The space features a customizable lighting rig for creating different moods and atmospheres, plus a retractable canopy for weather protection. The industrial-style setting includes a greenery wall backdrop and outdoor bar area, providing multiple visual elements for creative projects.

Is security mandatory for all filming and photography bookings?

Yes, security is mandatory for all filming and photography shoots for the duration of the booking. Security costs are additional to the base hire rates and will be discussed and quoted based on your specific requirements and shoot duration.

What type of events does Ministry of Sound handle through their corporate booking team?

The corporate events team handles private hire bookings including filming, photography, fashion shows, product launches, and corporate events. They do not handle club events or ticketed public events, which are managed separately through the club team.

Can the retractable canopy accommodate weather changes during outdoor shoots?

Yes, the Film and Photo space features a retractable canopy that provides flexibility for weather protection during outdoor filming and photography sessions. This allows shoots to continue even if weather conditions change during your booking period.

What makes this space suitable for fashion and editorial photography?

The space offers an industrial-style aesthetic with a striking greenery wall, customizable lighting rig, and expansive 500-person capacity area. The combination of urban industrial elements with natural greenery provides versatile backdrops ideal for fashion shoots, editorial photography, and creative commercial projects.

Venue Photos

This venue has 6 professional photos:

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Amenities & Features

  • Retractable canopy for weather protection
  • Customisable lighting rig
  • Outdoor bar
  • Striking greenery wall
  • 500 capacity
  • 24-hour license
  • Industrial-style setting

Event Types

Great for: The only outdoor filming space in central London with a retractable canopy and customisable lighting rig in an iconic nightclub setting.

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Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/135487/Ministry-Of-Sound/The-Courtyard/Film-And-Photo