Tobacco Dock, Dock Gallery

About Venue

Tobacco Dock opened in 2012 and has, over the past decade, firmly cemented its place as one of the most in-demand venues in the UK. Combining a historically and architecturally significant building with an exceptional team, industry-leading service partners, and best-in-class data infrastructure, Tobacco Dock is a thoroughly modern venue, perfectly positioned to help clients create extraordinary events and brand experiences for up to 7,000 guests.

The Grade I listed building spans 16,000 sqm and features over 50 versatile spaces that can be combined in various ways to create bespoke layouts for events of all sizes. With both indoor and outdoor areas, including covered sections to offset unpredictable British weather, the venue retains many original features such as exposed brickwork, timber beams, and ironwork. These characterful yet minimalist interiors provide a strong sense of place while offering ample scope for creative branding.

An impressive list of service partners, all experienced in delivering excellence within the venue, along with in-house catering and AV teams, helps streamline the planning process. The skilled Operations and Sales teams take pride in crafting exceptional experiences that ensure every event is truly memorable.

About this space:

Flooded with natural light and offering views of the quayside, The Dock Gallery provides stress-free planning for outstanding conferences, dinners, drinks receptions, training days, product launches, and exhibitions — with DDR packages from £98 + VAT pp (based on a minimum of 120 guests). This space is completely self-contained, featuring its own toilet and registration facilities.

Situated on the iconic Tobacco Dock Quayside Walkway, the impressive entrance opens into a versatile, high-specification setting for up to 250 guests theatre style or 500 for a reception. It can also be used in conjunction with the South Dock Meeting Room Suite to serve as breakout or workshop space.

Perfect for those seeking straightforward planning for a memorable event, the pared-back interior provides the ideal backdrop for creative branding.

All capacities are subject to final layouts and Health & Safety sign-off.