Tobacco Dock, Quayside Breakouts

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.

The Quayside Breakouts are made up of 5 individual spaces.

Enjoying natural daylight and stunning views of the cobbled walkway, imposing front gates and our two 'pirate ships' this area of Tobacco Dock is a characterful and adaptable space for your conferences, product launches, meetings and exhibitions. Stylish, yet stripped-back with exposed beams, brickwork and plenty of glass giving views over the Quayside, the Quayside spaces provide an impactful backdrop to all your branding and theming.

Measurement and capacity figures are based on the largest space in Quayside Breakouts - QS4. The remaining Quayside Breakouts measure between 124.5 sqm - 176 sqm and capacities for 120 - 205 theatre style, 48 - 72 cabaret, 60 -90 banqueting and 200 - 300 reception style.

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