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October Gallery

Gallery

#4 of 355 Event Space venues in Camden Borough
#11 of 854 Creative Space venues in Central London
  99 reviews  – 
24 Old Gloucester Street, Holborn, London, WC1N 3AL –
Russell Square Station (0.2 mi)
From £73
hire fee
Up to 70
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Pavel Sembera
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Excellent communication - 4.8/5
72 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.8. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Art-filled gallery in Holborn showcasing international avant-garde works, with a tranquil garden and a charming café. Great for creative parties and intimate celebrations with its PA system and flexible music options.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at October Gallery

Theatre at October Gallery

Theatre
Hall
·
Private space
70 seats
70 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
Theatre is a Hall in the October Gallery, a compact performance and rehearsal room defined by its high vaulted roof. Design: Theatre has white-painted walls, exposed timber beams and tall narrow windows dressed with deep-red curtains. The room has a pale hardwood floor and uncluttered sightlines. Features: Theatre includes an installed PA system ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £73 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago
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Club Room at October Gallery

Club Room
Meeting Room
·
Private space
40 seats
40 standing
Book 3 hr. minimum
ROOM CAPACITY Standing: 40 people Theatre Style: 32 people Training circle: 25 Board Room: 12 ---------- A spacious library room located on the second floor of the building, beautifully lit by stained glass windows, furnished with a boardroom table, Persian carpets and leather armchairs. Meetings, Presentations, Film Screenings, Filming, Creativ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
from £73 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago
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Gallery & Courtyard at October Gallery

Gallery & Courtyard
Gallery
·
Private space
70 seats
150 standing
Gallery & Courtyard is a Gallery in October Gallery and a private exhibition space within a long-established contemporary art venue. Design: The gallery has white-painted walls, high ceilings, polished timber floor and minimal display fittings that create a neutral backdrop for artworks. Features: The room includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, a PA s...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
from £870 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
3 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
27 recent guests highly rated cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.9
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.9
Catering
4.2
Communication
4.8

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

PE
Pippa E.
Verified review
Event Space · 40 guests · September 2026 · Club Room

Pavel was a brilliant organiser, very helpful and attentive on the day. We had a fantastic event with him with 30+ guests.

4.6
SS
Sophie S.
Verified review
Meeting · 30 guests · June 2026 · Theatre

Fantastic venue, a little oasis in a central location. The team were easy to contact and super organised, tech worked seamlessly and the room was bright and airy.

Nothing. Everything was perfect.

5.0
GC
Grace C.
Verified review
Event Space · 25 guests · April 2026 · Club Room

Everything about it. The Club Room , cocktail and food service. Th staff were excellent. The view is fantastic and very attentive.

Nothing to dislike.

5.0
DW
Dragan W.
Verified review
Seminar · 30 guests · November 2025 · Theatre

Amazing venue, super well organised and the people were absolutely lovely.

4.6

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £73–£78 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 – 22:00
from £78 hire fee per hour
Gallery & Courtyard
18:30 – 21:30
from £870 hire fee
Club Room
9:00 – 22:00
from £78 hire fee per hour
Theatre
9:00 – 22:00
from £78 hire fee per hour
Sunday
Closed
Pricing updated by venue 7 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 6 verified users

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 150
standing
Up to 70
seats
In-house catering
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available

About October Gallery

October Gallery is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

October Gallery is a striking venue in central London with three outstanding spaces for hire:

Perfect for parties, book launches, workshops, meetings, music recitals, theatre performances and more.

Unique in their charm, all spaces benefit from natural light, fully integrated AV facilities and conserved period features of this 19th century Grade II listed building, steeped in history.

Based in the heart of Bloomsbury, the Gallery is served by excellent public transport connections, just a few minutes’ walk from Holborn and Russell Square London Underground Stations.

Founded in 1979, Gallery has been instrumental in bringing to worldwide attention many of the world’s leading international artists, including El Anatsui, Rachid Koraïchi, and Romuald Hazoumè.

The Gallery promotes the Transvangarde, the very best in contemporary art from around the planet, as well as maintaining a cultural hub in central London for poets, writers, intellectuals and artists, and hosts talks, performances and seminars.

Usually booked for
Seminar

Typically for 30-50 guests and costs about £700.

"Amazing venue, super well organised and the people were absolutely lovely."

- Dragan W. Nov 2025

FAQ

No, only the theatre space is available for filming.

Yes, drinks can be purchased from the venue, or clients can bring their own.

It is accessed via two flights of stairs.

Yes, children are allowed at the venue.

Yes, a stage can be provided, and up to four microphones can be booked.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At October Gallery, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

October Gallery does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at October Gallery:

  • Theatre hosting 25 guests: £262.88
  • Club Room hosting 20 guests: £468.96
  • Gallery & Courtyard hosting 100 guests: £1570

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

October Gallery is located at 24 Old Gloucester Street, in Bloomsbury, London. The nearest metro station is Russell Square Station.

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