Located on Leake Street, in the tunnels beneath Waterloo Station, The Vaults is one of the freshest, truly unique event venues in London and the entire world. Spread over a surface of 30000 square feet, this underground space is used for hosting a large variety of artistic events, such as live music gigs, theatrical performances or art exhibitions. Featuring a capacity of 1000 people, The Vaults has established itself as a promoter of young talents who want to showcase new and original art.
Venue Details
Getting there
Due to its central position, right in the district of Waterloo, The Vaults can be accessed by train, tube, bus or car.
By train and tube: Those who plan to travel by train or tube should consider themselves lucky, as the entrance to The Vaults is only a 5-minute walk from the Waterloo Station, serving the tube lines Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City.
By bus: This one-of-a-kind event venue is within a 3-minute walking distance from the Lower Marsh bus stop K, serving the routes 12, 53, 76, 148, 159, 341, 453, C10, N109 and N155.
By car: In order to reach the venue easily while driving, keep in mind that it’s in the proximity of the intersection of two main roads, Lambeth Palace Rd/A3036 and York Road/A3200.
International: If your international flight lands at the London City Airport, you’ll be able to arrive at The Vaults by car in about half an hour. Another suitable option is taking the DLR tube, which stops near the airport.
Parking facilities
Drivers can park their cars at the Doon Street Car Park, located within an 11-minute walking distance. This facility includes quite a lot of spots for Blue Badge Holders.
Access for people with special needs
The Vaults provides accessibility for individual with special needs in the form of facilities like wheelchair-accessible toilets, wheelchair spaces and the admission of guide dogs and caretakers.