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
Dark, dingy Victorian brickwork that constantly rumbles with the trains overhead, or perhaps something more sinister, The Long Wet One is our most atmospheric space. Perfect for anything that requires a real feel of the Underground, from parties to installations. However it is damp - worth considering regarding artwork/costumes/tech etc.
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. The Vaults kitchen operates as a pop up, where companies take over the kitchen to create their own restaurant or dining experience. The kitchen can be hired privately or utilised with other tunnels.
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
This room is situated alongside the Big Black One and is often used as a breakout room for large events. This space uniquely features Victorian brickwork, but remains clean and dry enough to host long running events and catering. It is often hired alongside Lucy's Room - a small, low ceiling space that can be used for storage as well as additional elements to your event.
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
Large-scale atmospheric Victorian railway arches beneath Waterloo with flexible, immersive spaces for high-energy receptions, DJs and creative food/drink activations—minutes from central transport links.
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