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Crafts Council Gallery

Crafts Council Gallery

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  • From £250 per hour
  • 160 Reception
  • Angel, Kings Cross - St Pancras
  • From £250 per hour
  • 160 Reception
  • Angel, Kings Cross - St Pancras
Grade II listed former Methodist chapel with original parquet flooring and private forecourt in the heart of Islington.
Sam Cotton
Sam Cotton

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Private forecourt
  • Grade II listed building
  • Cinema room (12 sqm)
  • Free WiFi
  • Clay plastered walls
  • Built-in projector & screen
  • 40 wooden folding chairs
  • Open plan flexible layout
  • Original parquet flooring
  • 3-min walk to Angel Station

The Crafts Council Gallery is a beautiful and versatile venue in central London, Islington, and our magnificent Grade-II listed exterior and forecourt does not only offer a grand entrance but can also play an integral part for your event. It's a unique event space - perfect to host corporate and private events ranging from away days, dining, meetings and conferences to drinks receptions, award ceremonies, talks and networking events. A ceiling mounted screen and projector as well as chairs (limited number) are available. The gallery can be hired at an hourly rate - minimum 4 hours.

Frequently asked questions

The gallery can accommodate up to 40 guests for seated events with drinks reception space available. The venue provides up to 40 wooden folding chairs, 6 wooden benches, and purpose-built wooden tables that are all moveable for flexible layouts. For larger events up to 75 people, standing reception format would be required.

The gallery operates on an hourly rate with a minimum 4-hour hire period. Specific hourly rates are detailed in their venue hire brochure, which is provided upon inquiry. They also offer day rates for longer events.

The venue includes a ceiling-mounted projector and built-in screen as standard equipment. These are available for presentations, film screenings, and other visual displays without additional cost.

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 setup and breakdown when confirming availability, as these times count toward your minimum hire period.

Yes, you can work with suppliers of your choice for catering, flowers, lighting and other services. The venue also works with preferred suppliers they can introduce you to if needed. Refreshments are available upon request through the venue.

The gallery is suitable for book launches, exhibitions, performances, corporate presentations, press events, creative workshops, and networking receptions. The versatile open-plan space with original parquet flooring and library area provides an ideal backdrop for cultural and business events.

Availability is confirmed upon inquiry with specific dates. The venue offers site visits and meetings to discuss event details before confirming bookings. You'll need to provide event content details, setup requirements, performance times, and whether it's ticketed or by invitation.

The gallery is located in Islington, Central London, just 3 minutes walk from Angel tube station and 13 minutes walk from Kings Cross tube station. The Grade II listed building features a private gated forecourt and impressive white façade with steps and ionic columns.

Yes, multi-day hires are available for exhibitions and larger events. You need to specify exact dates for multi-day bookings, and the venue will confirm availability across all requested days. Setup, live event days, and breakdown periods can be arranged across multiple consecutive days.

The venue combines historic charm with modern interior in a Grade II listed former Methodist chapel. Features include original parquet flooring, clay plastered walls, natural daylight, and a library area at one end of the gallery, creating an distinctive cultural atmosphere for events.

More about Crafts Council Gallery

Crafts Council Gallery is a Grade II listed, architecturally restored creative events space in the heart of Central London.
Originally built as a 19th century Methodist chapel, the building boasts an impressive white façade with steps, arched windows, ionic columns and a gated forecourt. The open plan event space features restored original parquet flooring, clay plastered walls and is filled with assimilated daylight. Crafts Councill Gallery provides a flexible blank canvas space for a wide range of events including receptions, dinners, brand activations, photo shoots, talks and exhibitions.