Gordon Square

University of London Venues

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  • From £70
  • 1,250 Standing
  • Russell Square
  • From £70
  • 1,250 Standing
  • Russell Square
Gordon Square offers a rare tranquil grassy hideaway surrounded by beautiful Georgian architecture in the heart of Bloomsbury.
Joana Seguí Rubio
Joana Seguí Rubio

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Central Bloomsbury location
  • Excellent transport links
  • Outdoor performance capability
  • Tranquil grassy space
  • Georgian property surroundings
  • Mix of trees, shrubs and flowers
Gordon Square is the perfect location for outdoor performances, theatre, outdoor cinema, and more. The space is a tranquil grassy hideaway in the heart of Bloomsbury. It's flanked on all sides by beautiful Georgian properties and is dotted with a beautiful mix of trees, shrubs and flowers.



Frequently asked questions

Specific pricing for Gordon Square photography and filming is not detailed in available information. The venue requires completion of application and due diligence forms for accurate quoting, and you'll need to contact the events team directly for rates as they appear to vary by project type and duration.

The venue cannot accommodate events starting before 08:00, as evidenced by declined bookings requesting 06:00 or 07:00 start times. Standard operating hours appear to run from 08:00-18:00, though specific restrictions for outdoor events at Gordon Square may differ.

The venue works with Gather and Gather as their hospitality partner, but external catering arrangements may be possible under dry hire options. You'll need to discuss this specifically during the booking process as it appears to be evaluated case-by-case.

Specific capacity limits for Gordon Square are not detailed in available information. The venue has declined bookings for 40+ people requiring classroom-style setups, suggesting space limitations for certain configurations, but outdoor event capacities may differ significantly.

All bookings require completion of an events application form and due diligence form before quotes can be provided. These forms are mandatory for review and approval, and must be submitted to be assigned a dedicated event manager.

As an outdoor space, Gordon Square events would be weather-dependent, but specific weather contingency policies or seasonal restrictions are not detailed in available information. You should discuss backup plans and weather policies during the booking process.

Standard AV packages mentioned for indoor venues include laptop, projector, screen, microphones and PA system, but specific outdoor power access and AV capabilities for Gordon Square are not detailed. External AV providers like ConferenceCast/Torpedo may need to be arranged separately.

Specific setup and breakdown time policies for Gordon Square are not detailed in available information. Indoor venues typically include setup time within the hire period, but outdoor events may have different requirements that need to be discussed during booking.

Specific noise restrictions, permit requirements, or regulations for ticketed events at Gordon Square are not detailed in available information. As a public square in Bloomsbury, there may be local authority requirements that need to be addressed during the booking process.

Vehicle access, parking arrangements, and equipment loading facilities for Gordon Square are not specified in available information. Given its central Bloomsbury location, access may be limited and should be discussed early in the planning process, especially for photography shoots requiring equipment transport.




More about University of London Venues

University of London Venues encompasses a range of outstanding event spaces. Our location in Bloomsbury has excellent national and international transport lines, and our versatile spaces can accommodate all kinds of events, from conferences and meetings to parties. We offer hospitality services in partnership with Gather and Gather. With a three star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association, we provide food that has a meaningful impact on the people and places we work for and with. london.ac.uk/sites/default/files/hospitality-menu-spring-summer-2025.pdf