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Hackney Central, located in East London, is a vibrant area known for its eclectic mix of event venues. From historic buildings to modern spaces, Hackney Central offers a diverse range of options suitable for corporate events, conferences, and social gatherings. Its excellent transport links and unique atmosphere make it an appealing choice for event organisers looking to impress their guests.

Hackney Central's music scene thrives with venues like Moth Club, known for its glittery interior and live gigs, and Paper Dress Vintage, a quirky spot combining fashion and music events. Ideal for unique, memorable gatherings.

MUSIC

Hackney Central boasts the Hackney Walk, a luxury outlet district perfect for corporate shopping events, and the Hackney Town Hall, an Art Deco venue ideal for conferences and business meetings.

BUSINESS

Hackney Central offers diverse food and drink options, from the vegan delights at Temple of Seitan to craft beers at The Cock Tavern. Enjoy artisanal coffee at Palm Vaults, a favorite among Instagram influencers.

FOOD & DRINKS

Hackney Central is a hub for music and events, offering a range of unique venues. The Hackney Empire, a historic theatre dating back to 1901, is perfect for large-scale performances and events. For a more intimate setting, Oslo Hackney combines a bar, kitchen, and live music venue, making it ideal for smaller gigs and private events.

The area is well-connected, with Hackney Central Overground station providing easy access to other parts of London. Mare Street, the main thoroughfare, is lined with cafes, bars, and shops, offering plenty of options for pre- or post-event gatherings.

Hackney Central is also home to the Hackney Picturehouse, which can be hired for private screenings or events. The nearby Hackney Downs Studios offers versatile spaces that can be tailored to your specific needs, whether it's a music event, workshop, or corporate meeting.

For those interested in outdoor events, London Fields and its Lido provide a scenic backdrop. The area is known for its creative community, making it a great place to host events that require a unique and inspiring atmosphere.

In summary, Hackney Central offers a variety of venues and amenities that cater to different types of events, especially in the music sector. Its accessibility and range of options make it a prime location for hosting memorable events.

Hackney Central

East London is renowned for its trendy artistic influences and alternative way of living, from fashion to music.

CULTURE

East London is well-connected to the rest of the city, meaning you can rest assured that your guests will arrive in one piece.

TRANSPORT

From Carribbean cuisine to Danish delicacies, you're sure to find it all in East London.

FOOD & DRINK

From Hackney to Mile End to Canary Wharf, trendy East London is known for its thriving arts scene and alternative culture. Home to many creative enterprises and a plethora of different venues from town halls to underground nightclubs, East London is a great choice to host an event and has something for everyone, whether you're hosting a corporate event, client meeting or just a good old fashioned knees up.

For example, you could host an away day at Bounce Old Street, plan an immersive pop-up at Pergola, a fashion show at Hoxton Arches or a gig at EartH Hackney. You could even head to NTs Loft for a celebration in the sun or head out to ArcelorMittal Orbit for a Christmas party with a twist. It would be impossible for us to list every single fantastic venue in East London, so you'll just have to get out there and see for yourself!

East London

Discover top event venues in Hackney Central, East London. Perfect for corporate events and social gatherings with excellent transport links.

Event Venues in Hackney Central

Event Venues

Industrial loft with all-weather terrace, panoramic views, DJ booth. Ideal for private events.

NT's Loft is well known for creating memorable experiences, most often used for private events.
A comfortable Loft space inspired by New York, located in the heart of London Fields and a short walk to Bethnal Green Tube Station - NT's Loft is available to hire privately Sunday - Thursday.

Benefits:
- Multiple nearby transport links
- Panoramic views over East London's skyline
- Intimate Loft space with adjacent all weather Terrace
- State of the art sound equipment
- Bespoke ambient lighting designs
- Stage area with DJ booth and equipment
- Wide cocktail selection to compliment food offering

Exclusive Venue Hire in NT's Loft with cozy seating, ideal for events and gatherings.

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Stylish bar area in NT's Loft, ideal for networking events and casual gatherings.

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Stylish event space with red leather sofa, perfect for intimate gatherings and meetings.

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Stylish NT Loft venue with large windows, ideal for corporate events and social gatherings.

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Vibrant event space in NT's Loft for live music, featuring keyboard and drum kit.

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NT's Loft

A versatile blank canvas space in Hackney for events, photo shoots, and video productions with sound and lighting support.

The Club is a great blank canvas space that can serve as a perfect backdrop for photo and video shoots. Easily accessible from the loading entrance on Bohemia place for a smooth install and de-rig of production kit.  

We can support with in-house sound and lighting equipment on request whilst blackout curtains are installed to adjust the natural light flooding in from the Terrace if necessary. The adjoining spaces can be used for the back of house or dressing room, depending on the scale and requirements of the project and our team can arrange refreshments and crew catering if needed. 

Modern event space with blue lighting, ideal for nightlife and corporate gatherings.

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Modern industrial event space with linear lighting for gatherings and celebrations.

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Modern event space at The Club in Night Tales with LED lighting for gatherings.

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Modern industrial event space with sleek lighting, ideal for parties and networking.

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Film and Photo

The Club

Night Tales 

A grand art-deco hall with natural light, ideal for conferences, exhibitions, and private events.

The Assembly Hall has a private entrance and leads via a grand staircase to a landing area which is perfect for registration purposes.

The main space can be used as a whole or be separated into 3 rooms via partition walls.

All spaces have their own Projector and Screen as well as plenty of natural daylight and make it the perfect space for a Conference, meeting or Roadshow.

Assembly Hall in Hackney Town Hall, modern chairs for workshops and seminars.

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Elegant Assembly Hall in Hackney Town Hall, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Hackney Town Hall Assembly Hall, grand venue for corporate meetings and community events.

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Elegant staircase in Hackney Town Hall, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Elegant Assembly Hall at Hackney Town Hall, ideal for upscale networking events.

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Business

Assembly Hall

Hackney Town Hall

A stylish, flexible venue for networking and office events, featuring natural light and outdoor space.

Need to impress your guests with the location of your upcoming event? Take advantage of the full venue at Arc Club. This professional and luxurious environment is perfect for hosting a networking event, office event, or a reception, with flexible, beautifully decorated spaces to bring people together in any format. Take advantage of the natural lighting and outdoor space to make your event really memorable.

Modern kitchen in Arc Club for full venue hire, ideal for events and catering.

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Modern meeting space in Arc Club, ideal for workshops and gatherings with vibrant decor.

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Modern open-concept venue hire at Arc Club for networking and workshops.

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Modern outdoor seating at Arc Club for casual meetings and networking events.

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Bright modern meeting space in Arc Club for workshops and events with natural light.

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Theatre

Full Venue Hire

Arc Club

A light-filled meeting room in a trendy Hackney warehouse, perfect for meetings and creative workshops.

A beautiful, light-filled meeting room with glass walls and a large boardroom table (which can be separated to form two smaller tables). Our Collaboration Space works well for meetings and creative workshops. This meeting room is located on our glass-ceilinged first floor, with break-out spaces surrounded by greenery also available for use. You'd also be right next door to one of our kitchens with unlimited use of Climpson's coffee and Clipper teas.

Modern meeting room with large table, bright yellow flooring for collaborative events.

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Collaboration Space in The Fisheries with bright yellow flooring for workshops and meetings.

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Modern meeting room with long table, ideal for collaboration and presentations.

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Boardroom

The Collaboration Space

The Fisheries

A charming art deco cinema with 82 comfy seats, ideal for screenings and business events.

The Castle Cinema is the perfect place to host a business event.
From large presentations to private meetings, product launches to demo areas - we can help you get the results you need.
We have a fully equipped cinema, for high impact and high definition. We also have a large bar with space to break out or eat breakfast.
So whatever you have in mind, get in touch and we can help make it happen.

Luxurious cinema venue with plush seating, ideal for film festivals and corporate events.

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Stylish event space with elegant bar, ideal for cocktail receptions and meetings.

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Cozy cinema seating in The Castle Cinema for private events and film screenings.

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Elegant bar area with golden lamps in The Castle Cinema for networking events.

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Elegant cinema venue with plush seating, ideal for meetings and events.

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The Castle Cinema

A versatile meeting room in a purpose-built complex, suitable for corporate meetings, community gatherings, and seminars.

Meeting Room 1 is the larger of our two dedicated meeting spaces at Empire 2 and is well suited to a variety of events. From formal, corporate meetings to more relaxed community meetings, presentations and seminars, the room's excellent facilities make it extremely flexible. Hire fees also cover the use heat, light and kitchen and communal areas, and are listed inclusive of VAT.

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Meeting Room 1

Empire 2

A versatile theatre space with full technical equipment in a converted warehouse venue in Dalston.

Studio 1 has a capacity of 197 seated (not adapted to social distancing). Seating can be converted to fit your exact needs, which makes it perfect for any sort of conference, away day and larger scale meeting. Full technical equipment available (microphone, speakers, screens, lights, etc.)

Versatile Arcola Theatre Studio 1 with tiered seating for intimate performances and workshops.

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"Studio 1 at Arcola Theatre: versatile performance space with tiered seating for events."

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Versatile Arcola Theatre Studio 1 with tiered seating for intimate events and performances.

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Versatile event space in Arcola Theatre with exposed brick for creative gatherings.

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Studio 1

Arcola Theatre & Bar

The large space allows plenty of natural light, making it a lovely space for business meetings. We are able to provide chairs and tables, and the staging is useful for presentations that might take place.

Spacious Upper Hall in Saint Barnabas Dalston, ideal for meetings and workshops.

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Upper Hall

Saint Barnabas Dalston

A glittery multi-purpose events space in Hackney for gigs, comedy, cabaret, quizzes, and more.

Multi-purpose events space.

We regularly hold gigs, comedy, cabaret, quizzes, film, and food events at the venue. The Moth Club, a unique glittery club located just yards from Hackney Town Hall, offers an unforgettable atmosphere for any occasion. With a stunning glitter ceiling and a capacity of up to 300 standing or 150 seated, it’s perfect for everything from intimate gatherings to lively celebrations. Equipped with DJ equipment, a professional PA system, and projection facilities, the Main Hall is versatile and ready to host your next event. Additional rooms provide extra space for breakout sessions or private functions, making Moth Club the ideal choice for memorable events in the heart of Hackney.

Vibrant Moth Club Main Hall with warm lighting, perfect for networking events.

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Vibrant live performance in Moth Club's Main Hall, perfect for entertainment events.

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Main Hall in Moth Club with award plaques, perfect for events and presentations.

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Main Hall at Moth Club with stage, golden curtain, ideal for events and performances.

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Vibrant Moth Club Main Hall with textured ceiling, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Dinner Dance

Main Hall 

Moth Club 

Great for film screenings, gaming events, presentations, and exhibitions, the Daylight / Blackout Infinity Cove Photography/Video/Events Studio - Space 2 OF 3 at Indra Studios offers a versatile backdrop for your creative projects. Featuring a state-of-the-art 4K projector that spans the full width of the infinity cove wall, this studio is perfect for showcasing visual content in stunning detail. With five continuous softbox lights, air conditioning, and blackout blinds, you can create the ideal environment for any event. Additional amenities include camera equipment and crew availability, comfortable seating, a changing facility, and disabled access. Located within the vibrant Hackney Downs Studios community, you’ll also enjoy on-site food and drink options, along with exclusive discounts when booking with Indra Studios. Elevate your next event in this dynamic space that caters to all your multimedia needs!

Minimalist photography studio with seamless white backdrop for events and meetings.

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Daylight studio with natural light, perfect for presentations and creative events.

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Minimalist photography studio with gray backdrop for events and creative workshops.

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Minimalist photography studio with natural light for events and workshops.

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Daylight Infinity Cove event space with white walls, ideal for workshops and networking.

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Screenings

Daylight / Blackout Infinity Cove Photography/Video/Events Studio - Space 2 OF 3

Indra Studios

Drawing on Nordic aesthetic, top quality food and drinks are served alongside an exciting music programme in a unique space Situated next door to Hackney Central Station, Oslo offers great choice of craft beers, ales and spirits from local suppliers. 
With its beautiful arched windows and unusual Scandinavian inspired interior, Oslo  main bar and restaurant is the perfect place for private or semi private hire. It is and eye-catching location for photo shooting or filming.
Capacity- wise, bar holds up to 250 standing or 100 seating so it is ideal space even for large productions.

Stylish Oslo Hackney bar with exposed brick, perfect for networking events and gatherings.

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Stylish Oslo Hackney bar with warm lighting, perfect for meetings and events.

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Oslo Hackney

A spacious, naturally lit brewpub in renovated railway arches. Ideal for weddings, parties, and events.

Our newly renovated arches offer a welcoming space for an array of events. Our venue is filled with natural lighting, and offers standing events for 300. Our Garden is spacious and allows you to soak up the sun all day round. Our friendly staff will be on hand to ensure that everything runs smoothly from start to finish. 

Stylish event space with wooden tables in Hackney for networking and celebrations.

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Stylish brewery bar in Hackney, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Modern brewery venue with stainless steel tanks for craft beer tastings and corporate events.

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Modern bar area at Hackney Church Brew Co. - ideal for networking events and social gatherings.