Tobacco Dock, East Mall 1

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.

East Mall can be used as a stand-alone conference or exhibition space for up to 320 guests, or in combination with the Great Gallery and Little Gallery for larger events that include breakout and networking areas. Ideal for training days, the spaces can also be easily configured as individual training rooms.

Showcasing the stunning industrial styling that defines Tobacco Dock, East Mall features exposed brickwork, overhead timber beams, glass frontages, and an abundance of natural light — providing the perfect backdrop for any event.

All spaces are fully equipped with rigging, lighting, and blackouts, ready to be adapted to your event’s specific requirements.

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