The Vaults
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- From £100
- 599 people
- Waterloo
- 200m² (2153ft²)
Spaces in The Vaults
The Long Wet One
Our deep, dark underground space that comes with the most impact and atmosphere is perfect for artistic ventures that demand a unique backdrop. The Long Wet One at The Vaults is an immersive venue that thrives on creativity, regularly hosting site-specific performances that captivate audiences. With nearly 30,000 SqFt of flexible Victorian brickwork and abandoned 70s office space, this central London location offers nine distinct arches, each brimming with character. While the space can be damp, it adds to the authenticity of your production—just be mindful of costumes, artwork, and tech. Ideal for theatre, fashion shows, and immersive experiences, The Vaults invites you to unleash your imagination in its intriguing maze of tunnels. Embrace the bold and unusual atmosphere that only The Vaults can provide, and let your artistic vision come to life in this extraordinary setting.
The Food One
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.
See venueThe Vaults Theatre
The Vaults Theatre is one of London's premiere venues for alternative arts. It is dark and underground (both literally and in nature). Previous productions have included immersive work, musicals, new plays, comedies and scratch nights. We encourage those that have an affinity tot he unusual and the unknown.
See venueThe Short Wet One
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.
See venueThe Bricky One
A brickwork space dry enough to host longer productions. Atmospheric and featuring pipework in the ceiling and a series of gas bottle in one corner. Often hired alongside Lucy's Room - a small, low-ceiling space that can be utilised as a 'backstage' or to add additional, atmospheric elements to a piece.
See venueThe Mezzy One
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.
See venueThe Big Black One
Generally hired alongside The Little White One, this is the largest space at The Vaults. Perfect for large scale events, dining, gigs and parties. The space is often used as a central hub, with a large arched ceiling, mezzanine level, and easy access to toilets and facilities.
See venueAbout The Vaults
Located in the underground world of Waterloo Station, The Vaults is a new mutli-disciplinary space featuring nearly 30,000 SqFt of accessible and flexible Victorian brickwork combined with abandoned 70s office space. It boasts 9 different arches to choose from and is fully licensed. The Vaults is a place for the bold and unusual. It has been used for fashion shows, dances, performances and more. Come in to the dark and let the interesting and unique atmosphere of the Vaults underground maze of tunnel trap you for the night.