The Venue

Village Underground

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Vibrant mural backdrop at Village Underground for creative events and meetings.
  • From £8500
  • 700 Standing
  • Old Street / Liverpool Street
  • From £8500
  • 700 Standing
  • Old Street / Liverpool Street
Historic Victoria warehouse with iconic rooftop trains and 100% blackout skylights creates unmatched cinematic versatility in Shoreditch's creative heart.
Bonnie Gunter
Bonnie Gunter

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • 4, 12 or 24 hour hire periods available
  • State-of-the-art stage and lighting rig
  • Iconic trains on rooftop for photography
  • Shoreditch location in heart of creative district
  • 5,000 sq ft warehouse space with soaring ceilings
  • 10-metre high skylights with 100% blackout capability
  • Exposed brickwork and industrial metalwork
  • Cutting-edge AV systems included in hire
  • Natural daylight flooding

An iconic venue nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, offers a cinematic backdrop perfect for filming. Formerly a Victoria warehouse, this 5,000 sq.ft space boasts soaring ceilings, exposed brickwork, and industrial metalwork. Flooded with daylight from the 10 metre high skylights which can have a 100% blackout, we provide a versatile canvas for filmmakers.

Available on a 4, 12 or 24 hour period hire, the venue has cutting-edge AV systems that are included within the hire.




Frequently asked questions

Venue hire starts from £8,500 + VAT for exclusive use. This includes access to the 5,000 sq ft space with soaring ceilings, exposed brick archways, and natural daylight from 10-meter high skylights. The hire includes state-of-the-art PA and lighting facilities, staging, DJ equipment, and photobooth equipment.

Sound and lighting package costs £1,500 + VAT (valued at over £15,000). Event staffing, security, and tech support typically costs £4,000 + VAT. Pre and post-event cleaning is £500 + VAT. These costs vary depending on hours of hire and number of attendees.

Yes, the 10-meter high skylights can achieve 100% blackout, making the space ideal for filming and photography that requires controlled lighting conditions. The venue is available for hire on 4, 12, or 24-hour periods specifically for film and photo shoots.

The venue has over 450 square meters of internal space and can accommodate up to 220 guests seated in presentation style in front of the stage, while leaving archway spaces free for catering and standing areas. For standing events, capacity varies but the space easily handles 150+ guests with room for dancing and entertainment.

Village Underground does not book public or ticketed music events through online platforms like Hirespace - these must be arranged directly with their programming team. However, private events including weddings, corporate functions, product launches, and private parties are welcome.

Bowl food packages start at £30.80 + VAT per person (minimum 200 guests) and include 5 bowls (hot and cold) plus 1 sweet bowl. Hot DDR catering is £75 + VAT per person including breakfast, snacks, lunch, drinks, and barista service. The venue works with preferred caterers including Cater London, Wolf & Lamb, Dinner Ladies, and KERB Events.

Unlimited drinks packages start at £10 + VAT per person per hour for house beer, wine, and soft drinks, with premium packages at £22 + VAT per person for 2 hours. If you have drinks sponsors, a corkage fee per person applies, or a 'bar buy-out' fee if supplying all drinks throughout the event.

Basic PA and lighting are included in venue hire. Large screen, projector, and video technician package costs £2,000 + VAT. The venue has full staging, state-of-the-art PA facilities, lighting systems, and DJ equipment. Chair hire and delivery for presentations costs approximately £1,000-£1,500 + VAT depending on quantity.

Standard exclusive hire includes up to 15 hours of access. Events typically run until midnight, though some can extend to 2:00 AM. The venue normally doesn't have Friday availability due to evening music events, but can accommodate daytime events before evening shows. Setup times can be arranged the evening before for an additional cost.

The venue features iconic trains on the roof and exposed brick archways, making it famous for brand events and celebrations. Aerial performers can be accommodated (attached to lighting truss) as this has been done for several past events. The venue has a backstage green room and photobooth facilities included in hire.




More about Village Underground

Located in the vibrant streets of Shoreditch, Village Underground stands as a testament to the area's industrial heritage. An historic Victoria Warehouse, exuding character and flooded with natural daylight from its soaring ceilings which create a sense of grandeur.

The venues unique charm, coupled with its modern amenities, makes it an ideal choice fir clients and is ideal for brand activations, product launches, conferences and celebrations.

Offering a prime location and unparalleled versatility, Village Underground can host a plethora of different event types.