The Ministry

Situated in South London, The Ministry is a former Victorian factory turned modern events venue. Behind its original exterior lies a collection of contemporary, design-led spaces, each with its own character, and all available to hire for events of every kind.

Spanning two floors of event spaces, the venue includes five unique areas, each versatile and designed with purpose.

Maximum Capacity

400


Size

600 sq. metres


Event Spaces

5

Venue Features

  • Natural Daylight
  • Outdoor Space
  • Dedicated Entrance
  • Blank Canvas Event Space
  • High-Speed Wi-Fi
  • Full Branding Opportunities

Ideal for

  • Meetings
  • Conferences
  • Celebrations
  • Receptions
  • Weddings


The Ministry offers a total standing capacity of 400, with smaller rooms perfect for more intimate gatherings, like strategy sessions or team workshops.

The main space, The White Space, features white walls, original concrete floors, and large dual-aspect windows, making it ideal for impactful presentations, screenings, and product launches. With built-in projection screens and excellent acoustics, it’s a space that adapts to your event’s vision.

Three naturally lit meeting rooms and a sleek 11-metre bar that flows through The Lounge and Bar area provide a welcoming spot for informal drinks, social events, and networking. The venue also boasts a private outdoor terrace, perfect for summer gatherings, breakout moments, or pre-event receptions.

Every space is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, modern AV capabilities, and a flexible layout that can be tailored to suit your needs. The Ministry can be hired as individual spaces or as a full venue takeover for larger-scale events. With a dedicated team, bespoke cocktail options, and trusted suppliers on hand, The Ministry ensures seamless execution from start to finish.

Meeting Room - The Dining Room
Meeting Rooms - The Kitchen

Event Spaces

Conference style The White Space

The White Space

Simple, modern, and beautifully lit, the dual-aspect space is plays host to all kinds of events – from conferences to wedding ceremonies. With a max capacity of 200, it benefits from its own dedicated entrance and courtyard.

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The Meeting Room Suite - The Ministry Borough

The Meeting Room Suite

Our suite of three executive meeting rooms come equipped with everything you could possibly need – sound insulation, best-in-class AV, elegant Italian furnishings – to make a meeting run how you’d like it to – private, productive, smooth.

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The Bar and Garden - The Ministry Borough

The Bar & Garden

A weekend exclusive, the 400-capacity Bar and Garden are one of the best spaces within The Ministry’s walls. Bespoke furniture and a heated, outdoor space play their part in creating atmosphere. Ideal for wedding receptions and post-conference drinks.

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The Lounge - The Ministry Borough

The Lounge

The furtive ambience of The Lounge is heightened by its private booths, which can be fully curtained-off to provide unparalleled intimacy. This weekend and evening hire option also comes with its own bar space and has a maximum capacity of 100.

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The Gym - The Ministry Borough

The Gym

The ideal filming location for anyone seeking a central London gym as an on-screen backdrop. Field-leading equipment, atmospheric lighting and a top-drawer sound system combine to dazzle.

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The Snug

Tucked away from the lively hubbub of the ground floor, its acoustically treated walls make The Snug is useful for private one-on-one sessions and small scale meetings.

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Box

Frequently hired out as a set for filming, it also boasts a big-screen 4K projector, Dolby Surround Sound and customisable lighting – making it an ideal cinema-style screening room.

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Find us

79-81 Borough Road
London
SE1 1DN


Transport information

  • Borough Station → 5 min walk
  • Southwark Station → 10 min walk
  • London Bridge Station → 15 min walk

Close landmarks

  • London Bridge
  • South Bank Centre
  • The Shard
  • Borough Market