Outdoor spaces
University of London Venues offer a collection of stunning garden locations ideal for hosting a variety of outdoor events.
University of London Venues offer a collection of stunning garden locations ideal for hosting a variety of outdoor events. The atmosphere of being outside in Bloomsbury amongst a natural backdrop is freeing, relaxing and atmospheric.
We offer our iconic outdoor spaces for parties, drink receptions, dinners, award ceremonies and much more! Our outdoor events can also be catered for by our skilled and organised hospitality team.
Outdoor spaces
Gordon Square is a tranquil grassy hideaway in the heart of Bloomsbury. It's flanked on all sides by beautiful Georgian properties and is dotted with a beautiful mix of trees, shrubs and flowers.
Capacity | Grass space | Dry hire | Exclusive rental |
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150 | 4690.3 sq m | Yes | No |
- Download the Gordon Square Map [PDF]
Woburn Square is the smallest of Bloomsbury's green spaces and is available for exclusive hire. Lofty sycamores, bushes and a path line, the perimeter of this quaint rectangular garden, giving you the feeling of complete sanctuary.
Capacity | Grass space | Dry hire | Exclusive rental |
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50 | 4774.8 sqm | Yes | No |
- Download the Woburn Square Map [PDF]
Torrington Square is a rectangle public space with gravel paths and grassy plots. At the southern side of the square is the University of London's Senate House flanked by Birkbeck College with the School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS) also located here.
Capacity | Grass space | Dry hire | Exclusive rental |
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2400 | 6000 sqm | Yes | No |
Officially named the 'Malet Street Gardens', the Sunken Gardens is one of Bloomsbury's best kept secrets. The gardens originally had wrought-iron railing stubs on the walls, to keep access exclusive to the residents. However, the original railings were removed during WWII to assist the war effort.
Capacity | Grass space | Dry hire | Exclusive rental |
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2000 | 3000 sqm | Yes | Yes |
Wet weather alternative provided
Outdoor events can be heavily influenced by the weather and unfortunately this is an uncontrollable factor. When you book an outdoor event with us we are committed to your event’s success.
We’ll allocate use of the elegant adjacent Senate House as an equivalent space for your planned event should the weather turn unfavourably on the day.
Get in touch
Complete our enquiry form and our team will be in touch to arrange your next event