Behind the Bike Shed

384 Old Street, Shoreditch, Central London, EC1V 9LT

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Hidden in the heart of Shoreditch, Behind the Bike Shed is one of London’s most unique and atmospheric event spaces. Set beneath a series of beautifully restored railway arches, this striking venue blends industrial character with contemporary style — exposed brickwork, steel beams, and subtle lighting create the perfect backdrop for memorable events.

Originally part of a motorbike culture hub, the venue has evolved into a flexible, full-service events destination — ideal for everything from product launches and private dinners to fashion shows, live performances, and film shoots. With its distinctive personality, adaptable layout, and premium facilities, Behind the Bike Shed offers a truly distinctive setting that captures the creative energy of East London.

Venue Facilities:

Multiple interconnecting arch spaces (can be hired individually or exclusively)
Licensed bar and professional catering kitchen
On-site restaurant and café options
State-of-the-art AV, lighting, and sound systems
Staging, rigging, and production support
Green room / dressing area
Wi-Fi and high-speed connectivity
Secure loading access and vehicle entry for installations
Private outdoor courtyard
In-house events team and technical support
Accessible facilities

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Room Information

Behind the Bike Shed has 3 rooms. The largest, Arch 3, holds up to 200 guests standing or 180 seated.

Arch 3120-180 seated200 standing1680 sq ft - 3 cars will fit
Arch 4110-200 seated200 standing2200 sq ft
Outside Space1000 sq ft

Travel Information

Nearest Train Station
Shoreditch High Street (about 8 min walk)

Nearest Train Station
Hoxton (about 9 min walk)

Nearest Tube Station
Old Street (about 9 min walk)

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Getting to Behind the Bike Shed by public transport

In Shoreditch, Central London, Behind the Bike Shed is about 8 minutes' walk from Shoreditch High Street (train) and about 9 minutes from Hoxton (train). Walking times are estimates.

Getting to Behind the Bike Shed by car

For sat nav, use the postcode EC1V 9LT.

Behind the Bike Shed is in the London Borough of Hackney. Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone rules may apply to vehicles driven in London, so check Transport for London for the latest charges.

Getting to Behind the Bike Shed by air

The nearest major airports are London City (about 6 miles away) and Heathrow (about 17 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.

Behind the Bike Shed for launches, private dinners and fashion shows

Restored railway arches on Old Street, Shoreditch, hold exposed brickwork, steel beams and subtle lighting, in a setting that began as part of a motorbike culture hub.

Arch 3, Arch 4 and the courtyard

Arch 3 seats 120 to 180 and Arch 4 seats 110 to 200, each taking 200 standing. The arches interconnect and can be hired individually or exclusively, while a private outdoor courtyard sits alongside.

Production on hand

Staging, rigging, modern AV, lighting and sound are on site, along with a green room and secure loading access for installations, so staged launches are well supported.

Dinners, shows and mingling under brick

The arches suit private dinners, fashion shows, live performances and film shoots, and the licensed bar and professional catering kitchen back them up. This is where events with distinctive personality take shape. An on-site restaurant and café, a licensed bar and Wi-Fi give networking evenings under the arches somewhere to flow, with guests drifting between arches and the courtyard.

A team behind the venue

An in-house events team and technical support are on hand, and facilities are accessible. Corporate gatherings and private parties each find a distinct arch.

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