Training Venue Hire in London
Create an engaging environment for learning, development and collaboration at Tobacco Dock, a flexible London training venue with adaptable rooms, reliable Wi-Fi and modern AV for workshops, seminars, corporate training and graduate learning days. From smaller sessions to larger programmes with breakout groups, our venue gives organisers the freedom to shape the day around their audience, content and training format.
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Architectural Backdrop
Historic architecture, striking spaces and unmistakable character create an engaging setting that brings a sense of place to the training experience.
Multiple Spaces
A flexible mix of spaces supports everything from large scale training sessions and breakouts to workshops, networking and informal learning.
Production Ready
Technical infrastructure supports presentations, AV and interactive content, helping trainers deliver engaging sessions at any scale.
Bespoke Proposals
Proposals are shaped around the event brief, inclusion requirements and preferred level of support.
Unsung London Location
Located on the border of Zones 1 and 2, Tobacco Dock is easily accessible by public transport from across London and beyond.
A London Training Venue Built Around Your Programme
Looking for a training venue in London that offers more than four grey walls and a flipchart? Tobacco Dock combines industrial character and natural daylight with flexible rooms for presentations, workshops, group exercises and practical learning.
Whether you’re planning corporate training, graduate development, educational sessions or an industry learning day, our venue gives organisers the freedom to bring everyone together before splitting into smaller, focused groups.
Training Venue Capacity
From leadership workshops and team development days to large-scale graduate training programmes, Tobacco Dock offers flexible spaces to suit different group sizes and learning formats. Host up to 1,500 attendees for a shared opening session, then use adjoining rooms for workshops, discussions, assessments, catering and informal networking.
Everything Your Training Day Needs in One Venue
A successful training day needs more than a room and a slide deck. Tobacco Dock works with trusted partners across AV, catering, branding, Wi-Fi, furniture and staffing.
WHERE IS TOBACCO DOCK LOCATED?
Tobacco Dock is located in the heart of East London’s entrepreneurial hub, centrally located between Bank and Canary Wharf.
Easily accessible from both in and outside of London, located on the border of Zone 1 and 2. Our closest stations are Wapping (Overground) and Shadwell (Overground and DLR) stations.
Training Venue FAQs
How many people can Tobacco Dock host for a training event?
Tobacco Dock can host training events of many different sizes. Smaller rooms suit focused workshops, while our largest space, the Great Gallery, can accommodate up to 1,500 attendees theatre-style for company-wide sessions.
Can Tobacco Dock host smaller training sessions?
Yes. East Dock and the South Dock Meeting Suite offer smaller, fully furnished rooms for coaching, workshops, interviews and practical training.
Can we hire several training rooms in the same venue?
Yes. Tobacco Dock has 40+ spaces, allowing organisers to combine plenary rooms, breakout areas, assessment rooms, catering spaces and organiser offices in one location.
Is Tobacco Dock suitable for corporate and graduate training?
Very much so. The venue works well for corporate learning, leadership development, onboarding, graduate training programmes, sales training and internal skills days.
Can you host educational training events?
Yes. Tobacco Dock can host educational training, industry learning events, professional development, workshops and programmes with several content streams.
Which room layouts are available?
Training rooms can be arranged in theatre, cabaret, boardroom or workshop layouts, depending on the space, group size and activities planned.
What AV and technology are available?
Screens, projectors, microphones, sound systems, presentation equipment and technical support are available. Reliable Wi-Fi can also support learning platforms, assessments and interactive content.
Can you provide catering for a training day?
Yes. Food and drink options include breakfast, refreshments, working lunches, snacks, bowl food and post-training drinks.
Where is Tobacco Dock located?
Tobacco Dock is located in Wapping, London, within easy reach of the City, Canary Wharf, Tower Bridge and wider London transport links. Please see our Location page for more details.
How do I enquire about training venue hire?
We love a phone call, so encourage you to pick up the phone to our team on 0207 680 4001. Alternatively, please use the ENQUIRY FORM and our team will get straight back to you.