The Cause (AKA 60 Dock Road)
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- From £100 per hour
- 2000 people
- West SIlvertown (DLR), Custom House (Elizabeth line)
- 551m² (5931ft²)
Spaces in The Cause (AKA 60 Dock Road)

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Low ceiling 400 Capacity club style space located on the first floor. Both Day and Night parties are possible as space is licensed till 6am Fridays and Saturdays. Midweek hours are available upon request until 4am on a case by case basis.
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The industrial nature of the open space is perfect for photographers and videographers looking to capture the true essence of East London. Located at The Cause (60 Dock Road), this award-winning venue offers a unique brutalist concrete playground that serves as an inspiring backdrop for any creative project. With a capacity of 770, the versatile space features multiple indoor and outdoor areas, including a large outdoor arena, a DJ booth, and a mezzanine with stunning views over London Docklands. Ideal for photoshoots, film productions, and set-design hire, The Cause is equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting, ensuring your vision comes to life. Conveniently situated near Custom House and Canning Town stations, this vibrant venue is available for hire seven days a week, making it the perfect choice for your next creative endeavor.
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Open Terrace space holding a capacity of up to 2000, ensuring it is a perfect space for markets, shows, and installations. Nestled in the vibrant heart of East London's docklands, The Cause (60 Dock Road) offers a unique blend of indoor and outdoor event spaces, ideal for a variety of occasions. With stunning views over London Docklands, this award-winning venue features state-of-the-art sound and lighting, a DJ booth, and multiple bars. Easily accessible via Custom House (Elizabeth Line), West Silvertown (DLR), and Canning Town station (24-hour tubes), The Cause is perfect for corporate events, club nights, and mini festival-style shows. Whether you're planning a large-scale event or an intimate gathering, our versatile spaces can accommodate your needs. Available for hire seven days a week, The Cause is your go-to destination for unforgettable experiences in a creative, brutalist concrete playground.
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The industrial nature of this space is the perfect backdrop for photographers and videographers looking to capture the vibrant essence of East London. Located in the award-winning cultural hub of The Cause at 60 Dock Road, this brutalist concrete playground offers a unique aesthetic that enhances any visual project. With multiple versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces, you can create stunning visuals against the backdrop of the London Docklands. The venue boasts state-of-the-art sound and lighting, a bar, and a DJ booth, making it ideal for dynamic shoots and creative collaborations. Easily accessible via Custom House (Elizabeth Line), West Silvertown (DLR), and Canning Town station (24-hour tubes), The Cause is perfect for both intimate and large-scale productions, accommodating groups from 60 to 2000 people. Elevate your film and photo projects in this inspiring setting, available for hire seven days a week.
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Brutal and industrial, this space is perfect to capture the true essence of East London through the lens of photographers and videographers. Nestled in the vibrant docklands, The Cause (60 Dock Road) offers a unique backdrop with its striking concrete architecture and expansive outdoor arena. With versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces accommodating up to 2,000 guests, it’s ideal for film shoots, photoshoots, and creative projects. The venue boasts state-of-the-art sound and lighting, a DJ booth, and stunning views over London Docklands. Conveniently located near Custom House and Canning Town stations, The Cause is accessible and ready to host your next creative endeavor. Whether you’re planning a corporate event or a mini festival, this dynamic space is designed to inspire and elevate your vision.
See venueAbout The Cause (AKA 60 Dock Road)
The Cause is an award wining cultural events organisation that works with meanwhile spaces to inject creativity into new areas.
Our current site is a brutalist concrete playground in the heart of East London's docklands areas, close to Canning Town & Custom House, and a short cable car ride from North Greenwich.
The site features multiple indoor & outdoor event spaces that can be used independently or collectively for filming, photoshoots, set-design hire, corporate events, club-nights and even mini festival-style shows.
Available for hire 7 days a week depending on activity.