Woburn Square

University of London Venues

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Woburn Square at University of London: lush lawn for events and gatherings.
  • From £70
  • 1,000 Standing
  • Russell Square
  • From £70
  • 1,000 Standing
  • Russell Square
London's only exclusively hireable garden square in Bloomsbury, offering complete sanctuary with managed access and adjacent production parking.
Bonnie Gunter
Bonnie Gunter

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Production parking available adjacent to space
  • Central Bloomsbury location with excellent transport links
  • Rectangular layout with perimeter path
  • Exclusive hire of complete garden space
  • Lofty sycamores and perimeter bushes provide natural screening
  • Managed access control with security options
Woburn Square is the smallest of Bloomsbury's green spaces and is available for exclusive hire. Lofty sycamores, bushes and a path line, the perimeter of this quaint rectangular garden, giving you the feeling of complete sanctuary. Woburn Square is perfect for outdoor events, performances, outdoor cinemas, and more. Access can be managed by security and production parking is available next to the space.



Frequently asked questions

The venue cannot accommodate events starting before 8:00 AM, as confirmed in multiple booking exchanges. Standard venue hire typically runs from 08:00-18:00, though some events can extend later with additional arrangements.

The DDR package costs £70.00-£102.00 per person and includes venue hire from 08:00-18:00, standard AV package (lectern, laptop, screen, projector, PA system, 2-3 microphones), dedicated hospitality space, refreshments on arrival, mid-morning refreshments, lunch, mid-afternoon refreshments with cake, venue staffing, utilities, furniture setup, free Wi-Fi, and dedicated event and hospitality managers. Additional VAT applies to catering and services.

The Woburn Suite (G22/26) accommodates up to 90 people in theatre layout or 50 in cabaret layout. Beveridge Hall can handle up to 160 people in cabaret layout with 20 round tables of 8 chairs each. The Senate Room costs £1,800 for 08:00-17:00 hire and includes complimentary screen and projector.

Standard AV includes laptop/PC, data projector, screen, internet access, and 2-3 microphones (in larger spaces requiring amplification). For additional AV beyond the standard package, you must contact ConferenceCast/Torpedo, the approved UoL AV provider, directly for quotes and arrangements.

Catering options include tea/coffee and biscuits at £4.75+VAT per person, working lunch at £15.50+VAT per person, sharing platters from £19.95+VAT per person, and hot or cold buffet at £23.95+VAT per person. A 1-hour Senate drinks package costs £15.95 per person. Additional charges apply for service outside standard hours and on weekends.

All bookings require completion of an events application form and due diligence form before any quote can be finalized or dates held provisionally. These forms must be submitted for review and approval before being handed over to a dedicated event manager.

The venue cannot accommodate 40+ people in classroom format with proper desk space due to space constraints and long-term lease bookings occupying larger spaces. Available rooms like Senate 102, 106, and 107 have small flip-top tables better suited for tablets rather than laptops for extended writing sessions.

The venue frequently has limited availability, particularly in June 2025 which shows no availability. Many enquiries are declined due to lack of space, and the venue often refers clients to alternative venues when they cannot accommodate requests. Early booking is essential due to high demand and space limitations.




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