The Courtyard at Ministry of Sound
Award winner Named Best Large Venue (500+ Guests) - Silver 2026 by Christmas Party Awards
Up to 500standing
Elephant & Castle Stationnearest station
Club Nightbest for
Londonarea
About this space
Retractable canopy for weather protection
Outdoor bar with full service
500-guest capacity
Lush greenery wall backdrop
Customisable lighting system
24-hour license availability
Innovative branding opportunities
South London location near Thames
The Courtyard is an open-air space for up to 500, ready to be turned into a pop-up shop, brand exhibition or temporary installation. The open floor leaves room for stalls, stands and builds, the retractable canopy keeps it usable in any weather, and the outdoor bar is ready for launch drinks. Put your content on the large LED screen and set the entrance lighting truss to your colours, so the takeover starts the moment guests walk in.
Features
Wifi
Open floor for stalls, stands and builds
Retractable Canopy
Up to 500 standing
Outdoor bar
Branding Opportunities
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
Space
Disabled Access
Outdoor Space
331m² (3,563ft²)
Licenses
Licensed Until 5am
Extensions Available
Capacities
500 Reception
Guide prices
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Events
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,000 / Venue FeeFilm and Photo
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,000 / Venue FeePop-up
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,000 / Venue FeeAbout this venue
Ministry of Sound has been in Elephant & Castle since 1991, and the same building now hosts events of every kind. Hired as a whole venue, its six connected spaces hold up to 1,550 guests, so an event can move from drinks in The 103 to a keynote or dinner in The Box and on to an after-party without leaving the building. One of the UK’s most advanced sound and lighting systems runs throughout, with an in-house production team on every booking. Ideal for conferences, awards, product launches, filming, and summer and Christmas parties.
Great for a...
Retractable canopy outdoor space Pop-up Shop
- • Retractable canopy ensures weather protection
- • Lush greenery wall provides Instagram-worthy backdrop
- • Outdoor bar delivers refreshment convenience
Customisable lighting 500 capacity Product Launch
- • Customisable lighting creates perfect brand atmosphere
- • 500-guest capacity accommodates major launches
- • Ministry of Sound reputation generates media buzz
Outdoor bar greenery wall Pop-up Market
- • Outdoor bar provides seamless vendor support
- • Greenery wall creates natural market ambiance
- • 24-hour license enables extended trading hours
Location
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Ministry of Sound 103 Gaunt StUKLondon SE1 6DPLondon
Elephant & Castle Station
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