The 16 Best Photo Studios for Hire in Central London

Q: How much does it cost to hire a photo studio in Central London?

Photo studios in Central London charge an hourly fee from £25 up to £270 per hour . It is also possible to hire a photo studio and pay a hire fee for the whole session - average rates of hire fee per session range from £250 to £950 . Some places offer equipment with the hire fee, whilst others will charge you extra if you want to use their equipment for your photoshoot. (Based on data from Tagvenue.)

Q: Which areas in Central London have the best photo studios for hire?

Central London boasts plenty of great photo studios. Lambeth and Southwark , both located on the southern bank of the River Thames, are homes to many professional photo studios. In Kensington, you will be able to not only find fully-equipped spaces, but also blank canvas spaces waiting for your artistic input and creativity. The same goes for Westminster and the City , two well-known districts within Central London. You also can’t forget the colourful and charming Camden ! Have a careful look around the area and you will find real gems for all photography enthusiasts.

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Studio 557

(81)

Kentish Town Station

Kentish Town, Central London

#Supervenue

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Yasmin A.
“Amazing space and location, nothing missing. Perfect lighting equipment. Would definitely book again!”

from £29
hire fee / per hour
studio TWO - photo and video

10

pixel studios - photo and video studios

(150)

Kentish Town Station

Kentish Town, Central London

#Supervenue

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Francesco M.
“I rented this studio space for a day-long photoshoot, and it was fantastic! The studio was well-equipped with everything we neededlighting, backdrops, and various props.”

from £25
hire fee / per hour
Photo/Film Studio

15

Mavro Worldwide Studios

(226)

Surrey Quays Station

Southwark Borough, Central London

#Supervenue

J

Juwon S.
“Great venue for any photographer, amazing set up and supervisor was really helpful in helping me get the shots I wanted.”

from £50
hire fee / per hour
Pure Light Photography Studio

15

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Pure Light Photography Studio

(59)

Westbourne Park Station

Kensington and Chelsea, Central London

#Supervenue

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Nas
“Host was very helpful. Studio fit my purpose very well. I will use this place in future”

from £44
hire fee / per hour
Film and Photography Studio

20

20

Leonard Studio

(80)

Old Street Station

Central London

F

Fallanne B.
“Would recommend for photoshoots and filming. Will definitely be hiring the studio again!”

from £75
hire fee / per hour
Warehouse 2,000 sq ft

25

25

Sizona Location

(145)

Old Street Station

Islington Borough, Central London

#Supervenue

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Klaudia C.
“Lots of spaces to use for photo shoots. Lots of different features and probs to use.”

from £99
hire fee / per hour
Bright Banana Studios

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Bright Banana Studios

(28)

Kennington Station

Walworth, Central London

#Supervenue

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Nadia E.
“Host and venue were absolutely spot on! Have used this studio 3 times now and I will certainly be back again. Thanks Lauren!”

from £25
hire fee / per hour
studio ONE photo video

4

pixel studios - photo and video studios

(150)

Kentish Town Station

Kentish Town, Central London

#Supervenue

F

Francesco M.
“I rented this studio space for a day-long photoshoot, and it was fantastic!”

from £18
hire fee / per hour
The Studio

10

20

Anomalous Space

(151)

Angel Station

Angel, Central London

#Supervenue

P

Pak W.
“Sam is very helpful. Location is convenience. Parking space is close to the entrance which is easy to transport equipment. The space is shown as same as the photo.”

from £36
hire fee / per hour
Daylight Luxury Studio

10

Lux Studios

(19)

Bermondsey Station

Bermondsey, Central London

#Supervenue

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Tony M.
“I had my first photoshoot at the Lux Studio recently and would highly recommend the location. My communication with the studio was easy and they were very responsive.”

from £35
hire fee / per hour
Photo/Film Studio (Blackout)

15

Mavro Worldwide Studios

(226)

Surrey Quays Station

Southwark Borough, Central London

#Supervenue

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Abdul J.
“The entire booking went great. The studio is very clean and has excellent facilities. When we posted the behind-the-scenes on social media everyone wanted to know where it was.”

from £70
hire fee / per hour
Blackout & Lighting Included

10

20

Arch Photo Studio

(41)

Kennington Station

Walworth, Central London

D

Doddz
“One of the best spaces in London, Robbie was SO helpful throughout the shoot, the photos would have honestly been so much worse if we'd booked somewhere else.”

from £50
hire fee / per hour

Your Guide to Hiring Photo Studios in Central London

Central London is home to several photo studios and we’ve listed the best ones on our platform! Depending on your needs and skills, you can easily choose one that will be perfect for you. Before making any decisions and booking the place, think carefully about what kind of equipment you may need and what budget you have. Once that’s settled, you can get to taking photos and making magic! It doesn’t matter how much experience you have or what your requirements are, Tagvenue will help you find the best place for you and your next session!

FAQs about Photo Studios in Central London

How much does it cost to hire a photo studio in Central London?

Photo studios in Central London charge an hourly fee from £25 up to £270 per hour. It is also possible to hire a photo studio and pay a hire fee for the whole session - average rates of hire fee per session range from £250 to £950. Some places offer equipment with the hire fee, whilst others will charge you extra if you want to use their equipment for your photoshoot. (Based on data from Tagvenue.)

Which areas in Central London have the best photo studios for hire?

Central London boasts plenty of great photo studios. Lambeth and Southwark, both located on the southern bank of the River Thames, are homes to many professional photo studios. In Kensington, you will be able to not only find fully-equipped spaces, but also blank canvas spaces waiting for your artistic input and creativity. The same goes for Westminster and the City, two well-known districts within Central London. You also can’t forget the colourful and charming Camden! Have a careful look around the area and you will find real gems for all photography enthusiasts.

What are some of the best photo studios in Central London?

Have a look at the list of our favourites that will hopefully help you with your choice:

Studio 557 - A blank canvas studio for any kind of photoshoot. It offers a Colorama background system, mirrors and great lighting.
Daylight Luxury Studio at Lux Studios - this studio offers not only a fantastic, versatile space but also an extensive range of lighting equipment for photographers & videographers.
The Menier Lounge - It’s the perfect location for your next photoshoot! Exposed brickwork, floor-to-ceiling windows and industrial beams at The Menier Lounge will make your photos one-of-a-kind.

Verified Reviews of Photo Studios in Central London

Francesco M.

Booked studio ONE photo video at pixel studios - photo and video studios

5.0

I rented this studio space for a day-long photoshoot, and it was fantastic! The studio was well-equipped with everything we needed—lighting, backdrops, and various props. Michal was incredibly helpful and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. He was available for any questions and ensured we had everything we needed to get the perfect shots. I’d highly recommend this space for any photographer looking for a well-prepared and supportive environment!

Puyu L.

Booked studio ONE photo video at pixel studios - photo and video studios

4.8

I had an amazing experience at Studio Wiener! Michale is incredibly fun, friendly, and kind, making the entire shoot an enjoyable process. He went above and beyond by offering us water and were extremely helpful in guiding us through the equipment setup. I highly recommend them for any brand photoshoot – he is professional while keeping the atmosphere relaxed and supportive. A fantastic studio all around!” 😊

Tony M.

Booked Daylight Luxury Studio at Lux Studios

5.0

I had my first photoshoot at the Lux Studio recently and would highly recommend the location. My communication with the studio was easy and they were very responsive. On the day we were met by studio staff and they showed us everything that we would need for the booking, they were helpful and very friendly. The backdrops, lighting, props were excellent and the studio was perfect for my needs.

Nadia E.

Booked Bright Banana Studios at Bright Banana Studios

5.0

Host and venue were absolutely spot on! Have used this studio 3 times now and I will certainly be back again. Thanks Lauren!

Nergiz B.

Booked Bright Banana Studios at Bright Banana Studios

5.0

Lauren was great, really helpful and accommodating to me and my nonmodel friends! Loved how the pictures turned out.

Shelana A.

Booked Whole Venue at The Studio

5.0

Derek was very friendly and flexible venue manager who made the whole experience smooth. The studio is gorgeous and very versatile so can be used for many different.

Abdulaziz L.

Booked Feast Workshop at Feast Creative

5.0

Fantastic location, and has everything we'd ever need., plenty of room for a larger team, and very prompt and responsive team. Clean and covid Prepared, will definitely use again.

Esther A.

Booked Feast Workshop at Feast Creative

5.0

The studio space was great with everything you'd need for a shoot and it is in a very good location. Communication with the venue manager was very efficient and everyone was extremely helpful on the day.