The Ministry
Situated in Borough, The Ministry is a converted Victorian factory, revitalised as a contemporary South London workspace.
Though the industrial charms of the original building have been retained, the venue has been modernised with 9 exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces available to hire for a wide range of bespoke events.
Maximum Capacity
400
Size
600 sq. metres
Event Spaces
9
Venue Features
- Natural Daylight
- Outdoor Space
- Dedicated Entrance
- Premium Raw Aesthetic
Ideal for
- Meetings
- Conferences
- Celebrations
- Receptions
- Weddings
Enhanced by super-fast Wi-Fi and a fully stocked, wall-to-wall, 11-metre bar, The Ministry offers a unique blend of historic character and modern amenities.
This versatile collection of spaces boasts a total standing capacity of 400, making it perfect for events of all sizes. From an intimate, sound-insulated room to vast blank canvas event spaces and meeting rooms bathed in natural daylight, each part of The Ministry can be booked individually or the entire venue can be hired as one exclusive package.
Team-building conferences, awards show, brand activations – even Christmas parties and weddings – our specialist events team are on-site for any occasion, while the premises are served by fantastic transport links into nearby London Bridge and Waterloo rail stations.
Whether you’re planning a corporate event or a personal celebration, The Ministry’s dynamic spaces and top-notch facilities provide the perfect backdrop. Our dedicated team is here to assist you from planning through to execution, ensuring your event is memorable and successful.
Event Spaces
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
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 & 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 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 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