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Popular Dry Hire Venues in 2026
Town Hall
Discover Town Hall, a stunning fusion of modern elegance and historical allure nestled in the vibrant King’s Cross district. This exceptional venue encompasses over 20,000 square feet (2,000 square metres)…
The Stables
London , WC2H 9LH
Located in Covent Garden and a stone’s throw away from Longacre, The Stables has entrances on two separate streets, as well as double frontages and large glass windows providing brilliant…
26 Leake Street
Located in the heart of London’s dynamic cultural hub, 26 Leake Street stands as a beautifully restored and urban-chic venue. This multi-arch Waterloo event space, boasting 11,000 sq. ft of…
One Marylebone
Camden, NW1 4AQ
Built in 1826 on its own ‘island’ in the heart of the capital, One Marylebone has rapidly become a firm favorite for event organisers and private clients looking for an…
Platform Glasgow
Platform stands as one of Glasgow’s premier and most distinctive venues, offering a unique setting for a diverse array of events, performances, and celebrations. Whether you’re orchestrating expansive brand activations,…
Digbeth
Digbeth, B9 4AA
Digbeth is home to some very unique event spaces which are suited to a wide range of events, including the Custard Factory. This factory was originally built by Alfie Bird,…
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Exhibition White City
Wood Lane , W12 7NS
Exhibition White City is a new multi-purpose music and events venue located in the heart of the Westfield London development. This stunning Victorian structure was first built in 1899 and…
Tipis at Mapledurham
Mapledurham
Reading , RG4 7TR
Looking for a stunning venue surrounded by nature? Tipis at Mapledurham offers a one-of-a-kind, semi-permanent tipi experience set within the historic Mapledurham Estate in Berkshire—just an hour from London. Guided…
Rich Mix
Located in the heart of vibrant Shoreditch and close to the City and Olympic site, Rich Mix is a unique and flexible venue available for both corporate and private hire….
Ladbroke Hall
79 Barlby Road , W10 6AZ
A historic yet modern hidden jewel, Ladbroke Hall provides a unique, grand and stylish background for your parties or wedding ceremony and reception. Originally called Sunbeam Studios, this elegant Grade…
One Marylebone
Camden , NW1 4AQ
Built in 1826 on its own ‘island’ in the heart of the capital, One Marylebone has rapidly become a firm favorite for event organisers and private clients looking for an…
The Lookout at 8 Bishopsgate
At The Lookout you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the City’s iconic landmarks, impressive skyscrapers, and historic architecture. The Lookout is a unique blank canvas with unlimited possibilities for all…
Bottle Factory, Central London
Constructed in 1895 and used by the renowned J Mills & Sons company, The Bottle Factory stands as a distinctive and historically significant workplace with some unique spaces available to…
Garden Museum
Situated by the River Thames and next to Lambeth Palace, The Garden Museum is one of the most unique venues in London as it is the first ever museum dedicated…
Williams & Hirst
Soho , W1F 8ZX
Williams & Hirst is a premier and versatile space which can host any type of hair & beauty event exclusively. The space sets the stage for brands to impress their…
Plexal
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park , E15 2GW
Plexal is a hidden gem of an event space in the heart of the Olympic Park. The building is designed to replicate a mini city, making it truly unique. Coming…
All Star Lanes White City
Ariel Way , W12 7FU
Enjoy the world of bowling on a whole new level. Welcome to All Star Lane White City. Located in the Westfield Shopping Centre only a 3 minute walk from Wood…
School of Wok
Host Unforgettable Events at School of Wok Owned by TV chef Jeremy Pang, School of Wok is Europe’s only award-winning Asian & Oriental cookery school, and it’s just a 2-minute walk from Charing Cross Station….
Emirates Old Trafford
Emirates Old Trafford provides an inspirational and unique setting for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, dinners , social events and more. Catering from 10 to 2,000 we have the capacity to host…
Electrowerkz
Angel , EC1V 1NQ
Electrowerkz is a 30,000 sq. ft. Victorian factory premises, conveniently located directly behind Angel tube station. We host club nights,conferences, photography space, exhibitions, Nestled at the back of Angel station,…
The Big Space at Sugar Studios
Greenwich Beach Morden Wharf Road
Tunnel Avenue , SE10 0PA
Located in North Greenwich, Just a 15-minute walk from North Greenwich station, The Big Space at Sugar Studios is a versatile venue perfect for a variety of events. This expansive…
DOCUMENT
Introducing DOCUMENT, an industrial 3,000-capacity venue, a creative hub, and art space set in a former document storage facility in the centre of Bristol. Spanning a total of 3,500 sqm across…
Hoxton Docks
Hoxton Docks is a fascinating canal side venue for hire in London. The ex coal storage facility must be one of the most unique venues in London. Found on the…
RIDA Haggerston
RIDA Haggerston is an industrial event space with a total space of 10,000 sq ft. The venue comprises 2 studios and a kitchen and some outsidespace. Both Studio A and…
Silverworks Island
Connaught Bridge
North Woolwich Road , E16 2BU
Introducing Silverworks Island, a pioneering open-air cultural hub in the heart of London. Formerly the historic Royal Docks, it has been revitalised into a vibrant centre for creativity, music, and…
Grand Connaught Rooms
With its unrivalled central London location in Covent Garden, just a five minute walk from Covent Garden and Holborn Underground stations, 15 minutes from Kings Cross, Euston and St Pancras…
83 Rivington Street
Uniquely located in a disused railway yard in Shoreditch, 83 Rivington Street is a large, multi-purpose venue with 13,000 sq ft of event space and an open-air garden. 83 Rivington…
The Engine Rooms
East Finchley , N2 0NL
The Engine Rooms is an extraordinary event space nestled in the leafy neighborhood of East Finchley, North London. It has quickly gained popularity as a premier destination for businesses, friends,…
Kings Road Creative Pop-up Space
Chelsea , SW3 4NX
First-floor Event/Exhibition space in the heart of King’s Road, Chelsea, the epicentre of London’s art and fashion scene, buzzing with energy. Within a 10-minute walk from Sloane Square tube station…
The Light Bar
Formerly a Victorian Power Station, the Light Bar offers industrial style warehouse space spread over two floors. This unique venue has very high ceilings, plenty of natural daylight and a…
The Tab Centre
Shoreditch , E2 7NT
The Tab Centre is the only historic blank canvas hireable venue in London’s fashionable Shoreditch, on the edge of the Square Mile. This grand hall has elegant pilasters and a…
Testbed1
Testbed1 is home to 4,600 sq ft of creative events space. Ideal for all manner of events, this unique venue hosts large scale events, live music, exhibitions, film and photographic…
St Mary’s London
London , W1H 1EA
St Mary’s London is a stunning Grade 1 listed building available for hire for a wide range of events. The building boasts a prestigious, light and spacious main room and…
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Why Choose a Dry Hire Venue?
Choosing a dry hire or blank canvas venue is about more than just renting a room; it’s about having the liberty to curate an experience from the ground up. Whether you are planning a high-impact product launch, a tech-heavy conference, or an intimate private party, dry hire allows you to bring your own caterers, production teams, and decor.
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