Research Studio at Siobhan Davies Dance Studios

Event Venue · Private space

  71 reviews  – 
85 St George's Road, London, SE1 6ER
Elephant & Castle Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

Studio is a contemporary arts space housed in a converted Victorian school, creating an unusual balance between old and new design that makes it very versatile for a multitude of events, from rehearsals through to wedding ceremonies.

Our Research Studio, a flexible space with its white walls and windows is a blank canvas waiting to be transformed to your needs. Smaller than the Roof Studio, it provides a more intimate setting. This studio is equipped with a full 5.1 surround sound system, Blu-ray player and 1000k HD projector. Seats and benches can be set up if you wish to deliver a conference or film screening. For weddings and larger events, the Research Studio can be utilised as the bar, a chillout area, for speeches, or even a children's playroom.

Capacity:
Rehearsal/dancing: 20 people
Seated: 30-50 people
Ceremony: up to 60 people
Standing drinks reception: up to 120 people

Dimensions: 12.7 x 6.5 metres


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate the holiday season with grace and creativity at Siobhan Davies Dance Studios!
Christmas Party: Roof Studio
£560 total
• Space hire for 8h
• Access to our communal spaces
• Ļarlour
• Small kitchen
• Tables, chairs
• Basic tea and coffee service.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
The following services can be hired through Siobhan Davies Studios
at an additional cost:
• Bespoke Sound Package – use of PA system, microphones, 8 channel desk and technical support
• Bespoke Lighting Package – LED uplighters, full theatre lights etc.
• Bespoke AV package – projectors and TVs
• Transform the Research studio into a cinema room (potentially for younger guests or a themed party).
• Basic bar and bar staff
• Extension to hire past 11pm until midnight
• Furniture hire for studio spaces and courtyard garden

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Thursday
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Friday
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:30
from £55 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Saturday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.
Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Our prices are dependent on the spaces you hire and on the event.
The rate above is our standard rate per hour for hire of the Research Studio. Reduced rates are available.
Rates are also altered depending on the event. Additional costs for equipment requested will be added.

To discuss your event and enquire into prices, please send us a message through Tagvenue.

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 22

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Free parking is available on-site (2 spaces)
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Noise restriction from 22:30
Bring your own DJ

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Rules:

Our spaces are available for hire subject to availability.

Please note that we can apply for a temporary extension for our building to remain open on Fridays and Saturdays until 12am, but we are unable to take bookings for hires past this time.

Additional Space Information:

Neither the Roof Studio nor the Research Studio are equipped with barres or mirrors but audio-visual equipment can be made available to suit your needs. Our experienced Studios team can help you to make sure your rehearsal, workshop or class runs smoothly.

We have a kitchenette available, which has a functioning microwave, kettle, fridge, sink and kitchen equipment/utensils.

Our nearest tube and rail station is Elephant and Castle which is a 5-minute walk from the station. Other nearby stations are Waterloo and Lambeth North. There are cafes and shops in the surrounding area.

We also have a car parking space subject to availability.

Further Terms and Conditions will be supplied at the time of booking.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(71 reviews and ratings - )

M
Mayra
June 2023
Workshop · 40 guests
The venue is beautiful, clean and organised, it has everything you need within the space, very accommodating. The staff were absolutely amazing, friendly and helpful. They answered all our questions very quickly. Location is excellent with good transport links.
We didn't know there would be a Bachata dancing class with very loud music playing for the duration of our event. Unfortunately many of our attendees heard the music. Understandably it was also a very hot day and they had to have the door open to their class, however we had kindly asked to lower their volume a little bit but we heard no difference. Otherwise the space was excellent and we will consider it again for future events.
5.0
RJ
Richard J.
August 2019
Workshop · 20 guests
Lovely open space, clean and well organised. Perfect for gatherings and medium-sized events
4.3
N
Nadwa
December 2018
Event Space · 40 guests
Loved everything, the venue the hospitality and the night was perfect
5.0
VA
Victoria A.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

Studios are available to hire for rehearsals, meetings and special events. From our large, beautiful Roof and Research studios to our small meeting spaces we can provide the ideal setting for parties, celebrations or whatever event space you may need.

The building was originally built in 1898 as a school annex. And in 2006, RIBA-award winning architect Sarah Wigglesworth redesigned the building into a flexible event space in a sustainable and innovative way. The building is balanced between old and new design, and the footprint of the original building remains.

The Studios holds a civil wedding licence, so wedding and civil partnership ceremonies and celebrations can both be held on site.

The Studios also provide the perfect venue for children’s parties, offering a selection of large, engaging spaces for children to play in, and quieter areas for serving refreshments.

The numerous flexible spaces can be used for a range of corporate events such as launch parties, conferences, photo shoots and film screenings, and AV equipment and technical support can also be provided.

Facilities & Services available:

• Changing rooms
• Kitchenette
• Free wifi
• Disabled toilets
• Baby changing facilities
• Lift
• Hearing induction loop
• Trusted catering partners
• AV equipment
• 5.1 surround sound
• PA system, microphones, 8 channel desk
• Basic lighting or full theatre lights
• LED uplighters
• AV: projectors, TVs and Blu Ray/ DVD players

Please note: neither the Roof Studio nor the Research Studio are equipped with barres or mirrors.

For more information, to check availability, or to arrange a site visit, please contact the reception team through Tagvenue.


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