Mall Galleries
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- From £2500
- 150 Standing
- Charing Cross and Piccadilly Circus
- From £2500
- 150 Standing
- Charing Cross and Piccadilly Circus
Grade I listed building with frequently changing exhibition surroundings provides an ever-evolving artistic backdrop for film and photography projects.
Joana Seguí Rubio
Venue Expert @ Hire Space
- High-speed WiFi
- Gallery benches
- 450sqm dedicated events space
- Grade I listed building
- Central London location
- Carriage House feature windows
- Energy efficient gallery lighting
- Frequently changing exhibition surroundings
- Moveable sculpture walls
- In-house PA system with microphones
When hiring Mall Galleries as a whole for filming and photography purposes, the East Gallery serves as an exceptional back-of-house space for any cast and crew. Nestled in a prestigious Grade I listed building, this contemporary gallery boasts energy-efficient Carriage House feature windows and state-of-the-art gallery lighting, creating an inspiring environment for creative projects. With versatile layouts, moveable sculpture walls, and in-house PA systems, the East Gallery adapts seamlessly to your needs. The frequently changing exhibition surroundings add a unique touch, ensuring that every shoot is set against a backdrop of artistic flair. Our welcoming staff are dedicated to providing support, making your filming experience smooth and enjoyable. Enjoy high-speed WiFi and gallery benches for a comfortable working atmosphere. Choose the East Gallery at Mall Galleries for a stylish and sophisticated venue that elevates your film and photography projects.
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Frequently asked questions
Filming and photography must take place outside opening hours (before 10am or after 5pm) when exhibitions are running. The venue will not be a blank canvas as exhibitions remain in place during shoots. Specific rates for film and photo hire are not detailed in available pricing information.
All-day blank canvas hire has extremely limited availability, with next available dates in February and August 2025. Full day blank canvas hire costs £11,000+VAT for the entire venue, though reduced rates may be available for single gallery hire or half-day bookings.
The venue is open to the public from 10am-5pm when exhibitions are running. Filming and photography must occur outside these hours (before 10am or after 5pm) to avoid disrupting public access to exhibitions.
The East Gallery includes energy-efficient gallery lighting, in-house PA system, microphones and lectern, high-speed WiFi, and moveable sculpture walls. The venue also provides adjustable lighting, AV and audio facilities as part of the hire fee.
The East Gallery serves as an exceptional back-of-house space for cast and crew. The entire Mall Galleries venue spans 450sqm of dedicated events space, though specific dimensions for the East Gallery alone are not specified.
The hire fee includes venue supervisor and gallery staff, one security guard, two parking spaces outside 17 Carlton House Terrace, and parking permits for deliveries along the Mall. Catering must use approved suppliers or incurs a £500+VAT buy-out fee for external caterers.
The venue has very limited availability, particularly for blank canvas hire. Many enquiries are declined due to lack of availability, and daytime hire for the remainder of 2024 was fully booked as of late 2024 communications.
The venue provides two parking spaces outside 17 Carlton House Terrace and parking permits for deliveries along the Mall. Gallery benches and moveable sculpture walls allow for flexible layouts to accommodate equipment and crew needs.
External caterers can be used but incur a £500+VAT buy-out fee if not from the approved supplier list. The venue includes basic technical equipment, but specific policies on bringing additional filming equipment are not detailed.
Exhibitions remain in place and serve as the backdrop for shoots - the venue will not be a blank canvas. Filming must occur outside public opening hours (before 10am or after 5pm) when exhibitions are active.
More about Mall Galleries
Located in Central London, a short walk from Charing Cross and Piccadilly Circus, is an iconic venue spread over 450sqm of dedicated events and exhibition space, providing the perfect setting for any occasion. The venue is suitable for events ranging from intimate drinks receptions, private dining, product launches, fashion shows, award ceremonies, press nights, corporate hire, special occasions, and so forth.