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Creative Base

The Goldsmiths' Centre

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Bright modern meeting room at Creative Base, ideal for workshops and team meetings.
  • From £650
  • 28 Buffet
  • Farringdon Station
  • From £650
  • 28 Buffet
  • Farringdon Station
Exhibition room combines Victorian architecture with modern AV technology in a ground-floor space that accommodates up to 100 guests theatre style.
Beth French
Beth French

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  • Flexible room layouts up to 100 theatre style
  • In-house catering with dietary accommodation
  • Central London location 3 minutes from Farringdon station
  • Natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows
  • State-of-the-art user-friendly AV equipment
  • Ground floor location with easy access
  • Strong Wi-Fi throughout building
The Creative Base is situated in the old Victorian Board School building and features wonderful original details from wooden floorboards, panelled sliding doors to a wrought-iron fireplace. A bright, light and airy space with high ceilings, it is a brilliant venue for mixing people and creative ideas - whether this is a small meeting, team building away day, product launch, presentation or conference.

Frequently asked questions

The Exhibition room costs £1,800 + VAT for a full day (08:30-17:00) with a minimum catering spend of £1,200 + VAT. Half day rates are available for morning (08:30-12:30) or afternoon (13:00-17:00) sessions. Evening hire (18:00-22:45) costs £2,140 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £1,600 + VAT.

The Exhibition room can accommodate up to 100 guests in theatre style, 60 guests in cabaret style, and 40 guests in boardroom style. The space is located on the ground floor with floor-to-ceiling windows and benefits from natural light.

Full use of AV equipment is included in the room hire, featuring a built-in PA system, screen, projector, clicker, HDMI cable, and strong Wi-Fi throughout the building. One flipchart can also be provided at no additional cost.

No, external catering is not permitted due to an exclusivity contract with the venue's caterers. Food and drinks cannot be brought in from outside providers.

Invoices are payable within 30 days, unless the event takes place within 30 days of the invoice date. A deposit invoice must be paid before your event takes place, with the final invoice issued after the event.

Final catering details and dietary requirements must be confirmed by 4pm the day before your event at the latest. Late dietary requirements can sometimes be accommodated but should be communicated as early as possible.

Catering includes gourmet sandwich lunches, tea and coffee service (£4.80 + VAT per person), house brownies (£6 + VAT per person), and various salad options. The 'Seasonal Future 50 Salad' add-on costs £5 + VAT per person, while the full '50 Salad Lunch' costs £28 + VAT per person.

No, the venue does not have any private outdoor space available for guests. All event activities must take place within the indoor spaces.

Standard time slots are full day (08:30-17:00), half day morning (08:30-12:30), half day afternoon (13:00-17:00), and evening (18:00-22:45). Extensions beyond 17:00 are available at £250 + VAT per hour.

You can bring your own bottles with a corkage fee of £50 + VAT per bottle, or the venue can potentially provide spirits through their catering service. Drink packages include unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks and a glass of fizz on arrival for £26 + VAT per person.

More about The Goldsmiths' Centre

The Goldsmiths' Centre in Clerkenwell is an award-winning building bringing together the inspiring architecture of a Victorian London Board School with bright contemporary spaces. Located just 3 minutes from Farringdon station, its spacious rooms can host up to 250 guests, enabling you to mix people and creative ideas. Discover delicious seasonal catering, state-of-the-art technology and the perfect setting for your meeting, presentation, dinner party, product launch or reception. By hiring one of our spaces, you are also supporting us to train the next generation of talented goldsmiths.

Creative Base at The Goldsmiths' Centre - Business

Capacity: Up to 28 guests (Buffet)
Location: 42 Britton Street , Farringdon, Clerkenwell, EC1M 5AD, London
Coordinates: 51.5209849, -0.102901299999985

Features

  • Wifi
  • Free wifi
  • Full catering and hospitality options

Food & Drink

  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering

Space

  • Disabled Access
  • 36.5m² (393ft²)
  • Ceiling Height 4m (13ft)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 11pm
  • TENs Available

Capacities

  • 16 Boardroom
  • 28 Buffet
  • 28 Dining
  • 20 Reception
  • 28 Theatre

Venue Guide Prices

Business

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£650 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the room hire rates and minimum catering spend requirements for the Exhibition room?

The Exhibition room costs £1,800 + VAT for a full day (08:30-17:00) with a minimum catering spend of £1,200 + VAT. Half day rates are available for morning (08:30-12:30) or afternoon (13:00-17:00) sessions. Evening hire (18:00-22:45) costs £2,140 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £1,600 + VAT.

What are the capacity limits for different seating arrangements in the Exhibition room?

The Exhibition room can accommodate up to 100 guests in theatre style, 60 guests in cabaret style, and 40 guests in boardroom style. The space is located on the ground floor with floor-to-ceiling windows and benefits from natural light.

What AV equipment is included in the room hire and are there additional costs?

Full use of AV equipment is included in the room hire, featuring a built-in PA system, screen, projector, clicker, HDMI cable, and strong Wi-Fi throughout the building. One flipchart can also be provided at no additional cost.

Can I bring external catering or my own food and drinks?

No, external catering is not permitted due to an exclusivity contract with the venue's caterers. Food and drinks cannot be brought in from outside providers.

What are the payment terms and when are deposits required?

Invoices are payable within 30 days, unless the event takes place within 30 days of the invoice date. A deposit invoice must be paid before your event takes place, with the final invoice issued after the event.

How far in advance do I need to confirm final catering details?

Final catering details and dietary requirements must be confirmed by 4pm the day before your event at the latest. Late dietary requirements can sometimes be accommodated but should be communicated as early as possible.

What catering options are available and what are the pricing examples?

Catering includes gourmet sandwich lunches, tea and coffee service (£4.80 + VAT per person), house brownies (£6 + VAT per person), and various salad options. The 'Seasonal Future 50 Salad' add-on costs £5 + VAT per person, while the full '50 Salad Lunch' costs £28 + VAT per person.

Is there any outdoor space available for delegates during breaks?

No, the venue does not have any private outdoor space available for guests. All event activities must take place within the indoor spaces.

What are the standard event time slots and can I extend beyond these hours?

Standard time slots are full day (08:30-17:00), half day morning (08:30-12:30), half day afternoon (13:00-17:00), and evening (18:00-22:45). Extensions beyond 17:00 are available at £250 + VAT per hour.

Can I bring my own alcohol or add spirits to drink packages?

You can bring your own bottles with a corkage fee of £50 + VAT per bottle, or the venue can potentially provide spirits through their catering service. Drink packages include unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks and a glass of fizz on arrival for £26 + VAT per person.

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Amenities & Features

  • Natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows
  • State-of-the-art user-friendly AV equipment
  • Ground floor location with easy access
  • Strong Wi-Fi throughout building
  • Flexible room layouts up to 100 theatre style
  • In-house catering with dietary accommodation
  • Central London location 3 minutes from Farringdon station

Event Types

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