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Beanfeast

Woolwich Works

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Beanfeast event space in Woolwich Works with exposed brick and natural light for gatherings.
  • From £1000
  • 230 Standing
  • Woolwich
  • From £1000
  • 230 Standing
  • Woolwich
Private riverfront entrance allows guests to arrive by boat directly to this first-floor Thames-view space.
Edward Poland
Edward Poland

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  • Private riverfront entrance
  • Lift access available
  • Polished timber flooring
  • PA system included
  • Track and spot lighting system
  • Exposed brick walls and timber ceiling
  • Restored sash windows with Thames views
Ideal for dinners and parties, networking events and drinks receptions, this beautiful riverside room on the first floor tells its own stories through the many textures of its exposed brick walls, naked timber ceiling, and restored original sash windows overlooking the Thames. These features are complemented by polished modern finishes, including a beautiful new timber floor and a flexible track and spot lighting system. Beanfeast can be accessed via lift or stairs and also benefits from a private entrance on the riverfront for guests arriving by boat.

Frequently asked questions

Coopers Studio costs £1,050 + VAT for an 8:00-17:00 hire period. This includes an Event Manager, Duty Manager, Technician for in-house equipment, basic fire marshalling staffing, PA system with 2 microphones, and in-house furniture subject to availability.

Vehicle access is only permitted on-site between 8am-11pm daily. If you need additional time for setup or de-rig outside these hours, you must arrange this the day before or after your event.

Coopers Studio can accommodate 60 people. Based on the venue's responses to larger events, there appear to be other spaces available for different capacities, though specific details about alternative rooms aren't provided in the source material.

Woolwich Works has five approved caterers: Clement Worrall, KERB, Palette, Social Pantry, and The Clink Events. They also offer a simple internal catering menu. If you use your own caterer, there's a £500 + VAT admin fee plus 10% commission on the final invoice.

The hire includes a PA system with 2 microphones. Additional technical resources beyond this basic setup incur extra fees. For requirements exceeding in-house capabilities, they recommend their external AV partner White Light.

In-house furniture is included with the hire, subject to availability. You can view available furniture options on their website, though specific pieces and quantities aren't detailed in the available information.

Availability varies significantly by date and event size. The venue has indicated they don't have capacity for large events with short lead times, and certain dates may be completely unavailable regardless of event size.

Yes, if you use your own AV supplier, there's a £500 + VAT admin fee to set them up on the venue's system, plus 10% commission on their final invoice. Similar fees apply to external caterers.

Basic staffing includes an Event Manager, Duty Manager, Technician, and fire marshalling personnel. Additional staffing such as security/hosts can be hired at £35 per hour with a minimum 5-hour call per staff member.

Standard hire appears to be 8:00-17:00 based on the Coopers Studio quote, though longer periods like 8:00-23:00 are available for £15,620 + VAT. Extended hours may require additional arrangements due to vehicle access restrictions.

More about Woolwich Works

London's 'best new culture spot' according to Time Out, Woolwich Works is the perfect marriage of heritage and modern design. Both historic and contemporary, grand and intimate: Woolwich Works boasts a series of RIBA architecture award-winning, Grade II and II* listed buildings. With stunning views of the river, a bright, airy atmosphere throughout, and the ability to combine indoor and outdoor space, our flexible spaces are perfect for conferences, product launches, showcases, performances, rehearsals, immersive experiences, networking events, meetings, receptions, parties and weddings.