Dry Hire & Blank Canvas Venues in London & the UK
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Browse 232 dry hire and blank canvas venues and 781 unique spaces, 178 of them in London, across 53 locations in all, from Shoreditch warehouses to mills in Manchester and Leeds. You hire the space; the caterer, production team and suppliers are your choice.
Whether you’re organising a conference, product launch, exhibition, awards dinner, corporate party or private celebration, Function Fixers’ free, independent venue finding service will provide a tailored shortlist of dry hire and blank canvas venues that perfectly match your brief, budget and objectives. From industrial warehouses and converted studios to galleries, historic buildings and contemporary event spaces, we’ll help you find the ideal venue across London and the UK.
Why choose a dry hire or blank canvas venue?
Dry hire venues give you exclusive use of the space, allowing you to choose your own caterers, production company, entertainment and event suppliers. This level of flexibility makes them ideal for organisations looking to create a bespoke event that reflects their brand or theme. Whether you’re transforming an empty warehouse into a conference venue, creating an immersive product launch or designing a spectacular gala dinner, blank canvas venues provide endless possibilities while giving you complete control over every detail.
Why choose Function Fixers?
With over 35 years of experience, our free, independent venue finding service saves you time by matching your requirements with the most suitable dry hire and blank canvas venues. We’ll provide expert advice, arrange viewings, negotiate with venues and help you secure the perfect venue at the best possible value.
Venue Finder Insight
By Carrie Larwood, MD Function Fixers
Dry hire gives you fantastic creative freedom, but always establish exactly what is included before you compare prices. Check whether you’ll need to bring in catering, furniture, AV, production, security as well as additional staff. It’s a good idea to ask about access and setup times too. A low hire fee can look attractive initially, but the total event cost is what really matters.
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Our Pick of Dry Hire Venues
If you’re looking for a venue you can really make your own, these are some of our favourite dry hire spaces. Each offers the flexibility to create something individual, whether you’re planning a product launch, exhibition, brand experience or corporate celebration.
The Stables
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…
One Marylebone
Set moments from Regent’s Park in central London, One Marylebone is a Grade I listed events venue known for its striking architecture and versatile spaces. Operating since 2008, it was…
Digbeth
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,…
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…
Downtex Mill
Downtex Mill is a distinctive multi-level venue housed within a former Manchester textile mill, combining original industrial character with the infrastructure needed for contemporary events. Across a collection of contrasting…
Canal Mills
Canal Mills is an 18th century textile mill in the heart of Leeds, which re-opened in 2012 as a creative art, food and music events space with a maximum capacity…
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Dock X
Dock X London is a versatile, multi-use warehouse in the centre of Canada Water. This exclusive & industrial space lends itself to brand activations, consumer sport events, product launches, conferences, award…
The Embassy
The Embassy stands on Grosvenor Place, stylishly sandwiched between the western/back wall of Buckingham Palace gardens and Belgravia. Following its recent redecoration the space is now the perfect antidote for…
The Beams
The Beams is a brand-new event space in London. Located in the Royal Docks, this amazing venue has 5,000 sqm of internal space and 3,500 sqm of outdoor space. With…
The Belsfield Hotel
Discover a realm of style and elegance at The Belsfield in The Lake District. Set in 6 acres of landscaped gardens, the boutique hotel offers unparalleled views over Lake Windermere….
56 Brook Street
56 Brook Street occupies one of London’s best addresses. This attractive historic building is surrounded by some of London’s finest restaurants, galleries and designer shops. With six rooms split across…
The Printworks
Located in Canada Water, The Printworks is a new, exciting and versatile London venue now available for event hire. Previously established in the docklands in 1989, newspapers rolled off its…
Hackney Showroom
Hackney Showroom is a highly versatile, fully accessible venue which can be used for rehearsals, meetings, presentations, conferences, workshops, filming, photo-shoots, fashion shows, children’s parties, dinners, away-days, wedding receptions, drinks parties and…
Anomalous Space
Anomalous Space is an Art Deco studio and multi use event venue. Hire as a whole venue and it caters to a host of photography, TV and film shoots while…
Woolwich Works
Woolwich Works is a Grade II listed building that has been restored by the Royal Borough of Greenwich. This stunning venue is on the banks of the River Thames and…
Hellenic Centre
The Hellenic Centre is a stunning venue which is available to hire for a wide range of events. Situated in Marylebone it is easily accessible and offers the perfect solution…
Beckenham Place Mansion
Beckenham Place is a stunning Georgian mansion which is available to hire for a wide range of events. The mansion sits in Beckenham Park which is a huge open parkland…
Menier Lounge
The Menier Lounge can be found on the first floor of a stunning listed warehouse which is a 3 minute walk from London Bridge station. This versatile space is ideal…
Weston Roof Pavilion
Weston Roof Pavilion is a stunning location in Central London, suitable for all types of events. It is situated at the top of the Royal Festival Hall and has amazing…
The Lighthouse
Just off Buchanan Street in the centre of Glasgow, you will find the amazing exhibition and events centre that is The Lighthouse. It started out as the headquarters of the…
No. 42
No 42 Southwark Street is a demo commercial kitchen available for hire for tastings, training events, meetings, product launches and much more. The venue is at street level and offers…
Market Studios
Situated near to Liverpool Street and with disabled access throughout, Market Studios offers a totally unique and contemporary space which is suitable for a wide range of events. Set over…
Core Clapton
Core Clapton is a former Edwardian parish hall that has been transformed into a brilliant blank canvas events venue in East London. The 6m high vaulted barrel ceiling makes the…
New Victorian Loft
The New Victorian Loft is a unique event space in fashionable Hoxton. Conveniently situated near to Old Street Station, the venue lends itself to a variety of corporate events. Housed…
New White Loft
The New White Loft is part of the Lumiere London venue portfolio. With 2092 sq ft of contemporary studio space, the space can be hired independently or in conjunction with…
Noho Studios
Noho Studios must be one of Central London’s most versatile dry hire spaces. Set in a former umbrella factory in the heart of the West End, the venue is perfect…
Millbrook
Millbrook offers customers the opportunity to combine top-grade hospitality and catering with access to private test tracks. This makes its venues ideal for product launches or dealer training, with classroom…
3 Hanover Square
Located in the picturesque Hanover Square in Mayfair is a unique and dynamic space with industrial-style interior architecture and a premium finish. Equipped for a wide range of experiences and…
Yorkshire Event Centre
This award winning venue offers a versatile space for a wide variety of events. Whether you are planning a product launch, an exhibition, a gala dinner, a large scale conference…
Pavilions of Harrogate
From small to large and everything in between, our two great Yorkshire Venues offer one solution for all your event needs. Pavilions of Harrogate is an AIM accredited venue perfect…
Seventy7 Studios
Seventy7 Studios is a state of the art studio & event space in the heart of Manchester. Boasting 3 individual, modern and fully equipped studio spaces, this multi-purpose location is…
Plymouth Pavilions
Plymouth Pavilions is the largest entertainment and conference venue in the South West, and has an exceptional reputation for hosting conferences, exhibitions, concerts, sporting events and banquets; coupled with being…
38 Grosvenor Square
Situated in Mayfair, just moments from Bond Street station, 38 Grosvenor Square is a beautiful grade II listed townhouse, formerly the Indonesian Embassy. 38 Grosvenor Square stands in the events…
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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.
- Total Creative Freedom
- Smarter Budget Control
- Scalable for Any Event Type
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