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The Hub

Art Academy

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Spacious multi-purpose venue with natural light, ideal for workshops and exhibitions.
  • From £4000
  • 250 Standing
  • London Bridge
  • From £4000
  • 250 Standing
  • London Bridge
The Hub is an ideal space for Corporate Events & Gala Dinners, where you can host a large, professional gathering in a space that combines sophistication and creativity. Perfect for networking and celebrations, the space can accommodate up to 200 attendees. You can make the make the most of the Academy by combine the Hub with any of our studios, offering a breakout space or unique creative activities such as painting, ceramics or film screenings to complement your event. The Hub is equipped with a full-scale AV system and lighting options, along with art decorating the walls.
  • Access to multiple studio spaces
  • Professional lighting options
  • Kitchen facilities available
  • Bankside location near Tate Modern and Thames
  • Full-scale AV system with projector and screen
  • Flexible layout accommodating up to 200 guests
  • High ceilings and natural light

Frequently asked questions

The auditorium accommodates up to 70 people in classroom layout. The Hub can host up to 200 attendees for corporate events and gala dinners. Individual studios can accommodate smaller groups, with the painting and drawing studio suitable for intimate events requiring 3m high ceilings and around 8m length.

The Art Academy is open for viewings Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. You need to contact them directly to book a specific time slot for your tour with their Development Coordinator.

The venue provides a 5-meter wide screen projector with high-quality speakers suitable for screenings. The Hub is equipped with a full-scale AV system and lighting options. Basic power access is available in all spaces.

The venue provides rectangular wooden trestle tables sufficient for up to 50 guests. Tables and chairs are available, though specific quantities vary by space. The Hub offers flexible layout options with full use of all studios as potential breakout spaces.

External catering and decorators are allowed. However, the venue has approved drinks suppliers or charges corkage fees for outside alcohol. Kitchen use is permitted based on the nature of the event, including reheating and plating food on-site.

Art activity sessions with tutors cost £59.50 per person (excluding VAT). Adding alcoholic drinks (beer and white wine) increases the price to £72.50 per person (excluding VAT). Grazing platters with meats and cheeses cost around £15 per person (excluding VAT).

To secure a booking, you pay a 30% holding deposit of the total amount. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before the event. The venue requires confirmation of final numbers before issuing the remaining balance invoice.

The venue typically doesn't allow food in the studios, though exceptions may be made depending on the event type. Kitchen access is available for food preparation, reheating, and plating based on the nature of your event.

Setup times vary by event complexity - simple setups may take 4 hours while breakdown can take up to 2 hours. The venue is flexible with timing arrangements and can accommodate extended setup periods when discussed in advance.

The Hub is ideal for large corporate events and gala dinners up to 200 people. The Project Space is recommended for intimate events like proposals. The painting and drawing studio works for events requiring high ceilings and length. Studios can be combined with the Hub for breakout spaces.

More about Art Academy

Art Academy is located in the beating heart of central London, between Tate Modern and the Globe Theatre. We’re an independent art school welcoming 3,500 students each year to a wide variety of art courses. Our 1,200m² award-winning campus, completed in 2024, packs 12 versatile spaces ready for whatever wild idea you’ve got: exhibitions, galas, brand activations, cultural happenings. You name it, we can host it. Whether you just need one room or want to take over the whole place, Art Academy is your blank canvas. Every corner hums with creativity, warmth and good vibes.

The Hub at Art Academy - Events

Capacity: Up to 250 guests (Standing)
Location: Bankside Campus, , 185 Park Street, , Bankside, SE1 9RW, London
Coordinates: 51.5070723960392, -0.0977067116394048

Features

  • Wifi
  • Flexible layout
  • Full use of all studios
  • Large space with high ceilings

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • External Alcohol Allowed
  • Corkage Charge
  • Kitchenette
  • Catering Equipment Provided
  • Recommended Caterering List Available

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • Storage Space
  • Outdoor Space
  • 215m² (2,314ft²)

Licenses

  • TENs Available

Capacities

  • 200 Buffet
  • 150 Cabaret
  • 200 Classroom
  • 150 Dinner Dance
  • 250 Standing
  • 250 Theatre
  • 70 U-Shaped

Venue Guide Prices

Business

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£4,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Dining

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£4,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Events

Venue Hire Per Evening

PriceSchedule
£4,000 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the capacity limits for different event types at The Art Academy?

The auditorium accommodates up to 70 people in classroom layout. The Hub can host up to 200 attendees for corporate events and gala dinners. Individual studios can accommodate smaller groups, with the painting and drawing studio suitable for intimate events requiring 3m high ceilings and around 8m length.

What are the viewing hours and how do I schedule a site visit?

The Art Academy is open for viewings Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. You need to contact them directly to book a specific time slot for your tour with their Development Coordinator.

What AV equipment is included in the venue hire?

The venue provides a 5-meter wide screen projector with high-quality speakers suitable for screenings. The Hub is equipped with a full-scale AV system and lighting options. Basic power access is available in all spaces.

What furniture and equipment is available on-site?

The venue provides rectangular wooden trestle tables sufficient for up to 50 guests. Tables and chairs are available, though specific quantities vary by space. The Hub offers flexible layout options with full use of all studios as potential breakout spaces.

What are the policies for external catering and drinks?

External catering and decorators are allowed. However, the venue has approved drinks suppliers or charges corkage fees for outside alcohol. Kitchen use is permitted based on the nature of the event, including reheating and plating food on-site.

What are the pricing structures for team building and creative workshops?

Art activity sessions with tutors cost £59.50 per person (excluding VAT). Adding alcoholic drinks (beer and white wine) increases the price to £72.50 per person (excluding VAT). Grazing platters with meats and cheeses cost around £15 per person (excluding VAT).

What is the booking process and payment schedule?

To secure a booking, you pay a 30% holding deposit of the total amount. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before the event. The venue requires confirmation of final numbers before issuing the remaining balance invoice.

Are there restrictions on food consumption in the studios?

The venue typically doesn't allow food in the studios, though exceptions may be made depending on the event type. Kitchen access is available for food preparation, reheating, and plating based on the nature of your event.

What setup and breakdown time is typically allowed?

Setup times vary by event complexity - simple setups may take 4 hours while breakdown can take up to 2 hours. The venue is flexible with timing arrangements and can accommodate extended setup periods when discussed in advance.

What spaces are recommended for different event types?

The Hub is ideal for large corporate events and gala dinners up to 200 people. The Project Space is recommended for intimate events like proposals. The painting and drawing studio works for events requiring high ceilings and length. Studios can be combined with the Hub for breakout spaces.

Venue Photos

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Spacious multi-purpose venue with natural light, ideal for workshops and exhibitions.Lively live music event at The Hub, featuring musicians and dynamic acoustics.Art Academy workshop setup with easels for creativity and collaboration events.Elegant snack table with cheese and charcuterie for networking events at The Hub.

Amenities & Features

  • Bankside location near Tate Modern and Thames
  • Full-scale AV system with projector and screen
  • Flexible layout accommodating up to 200 guests
  • High ceilings and natural light
  • Access to multiple studio spaces
  • Professional lighting options
  • Kitchen facilities available

Event Types

Great for: Award-winning architectural design by Squire and Partners in the heart of Bankside, combining creative studio access with professional event facilities.

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Additional Information

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