Crafts Council Gallery

The Arts space can accommodate up to 75 people for exhibitions and provides seating for 40 guests for events like book launches. The venue has 40 wooden folding chairs, 6 wooden benches, and purpose-built wooden tables available, all of which are moveable to create flexible layouts.

The gallery offers both daily rates and hourly rates with a minimum 4-hour booking requirement. For workshops, the DDR (day delegate rate) is £100 per person including refreshments and space hire, though specific hourly rates are detailed in their venue hire brochure which is provided upon inquiry.

The Arts space includes a ceiling-mounted projector and built-in screen, gallery track lighting system, and free WiFi. All technical equipment is included in the hire and ready to use for presentations, screenings, or exhibitions.

Setup and strike/load out times must be specified when booking and are included in your hire period. The venue requires exact timing details for both setup and breakdown when confirming availability, as these times count toward your total hire duration.

Yes, you can work with suppliers of your choice for catering, flowers, lighting, and other services. The venue also works with recommended suppliers they can introduce you to if preferred, but external suppliers are welcome.

A £500 + VAT refundable deposit is required for bookings. The deposit structure suggests this is standard across different event types, though specific payment timeline details are provided in the venue hire brochure.

Yes, the venue accommodates multi-day hires including 2-day exhibitions and 3-day events with build and live days. Sunday availability exists, and the space can be hired from early morning (8:00 AM) until late evening (11:59 PM) depending on your event requirements.

The Arts space is located in a Grade II listed building combining historic charm with modern interior, featuring original parquet flooring, clay plastered walls, and a library area. The open plan layout provides ample floor and wall space for displaying artwork, with a private forecourt and proximity to Angel tube station (3-minute walk).

The venue requests details about exhibition content and performance nature during the booking process. They ask whether events are by invite only, ticketed or free admission, and require information about the specific setup and performance times to ensure suitability.

Refreshments are available upon request, and the DDR rate includes tea, coffee, water throughout the day, morning pastries, and a grazing table lunch with charcuterie, cheese boards, salads, and bread selection. You can also arrange your own catering through external suppliers.