Arts Venues in the Borough 

Whether you are looking for a place to exhibit your work, rehearsal or performance space or need to book a meeting room, there is sure to be a fantastic array of venues for you to choose from in Kensington & Chelsea.

If you know of a venue that should be included please contact the Arts Service on 020 7361 3844 or at arts@rbkc.gov.uk

To start your search, decide the type of venue you would like, by clicking on the options below.

 

Conference and Meeting Rooms

20th Century Theatre

This theatre is ideal for corporate and networking events.

 

Address:          

113A Portobello Road

London 

W11 2QB

 

Tel: 020 7229 4179

Capacity: Theatre style - 200 people
Yellow Room - 150 people

 

Brompton Library

For small meetings, especially those of a literary nature, where better then your local library. The library meeting room is well ventilated and reasonably priced.

 

Address:           

210 Old Brompton Road

Earl’s Court

London 

SW5 0BS

 

Tel:  020 7361 3010

email:  information.services@rbkc.gov.uk

Capacity: 35 people

 

ClementJames Centre

A community centre that offers a range of spaces for exhibition, meetings and rehearsals.

Address:

95 Sirdar Road
London  W11 4EQ

Tel: 020 7221 8810

email: centre@clementjames.co.uk

Capacity:

A long Hall for small exhibitions, lectures, health and fitness, arts, personal development and other workshops, capacity 50 people
A small Meeting Room for round table groups of up to 12 people
Two classrooms with a capacity of 20 people
A computer Room with nine workstations
A Small Interview/Counselling Room
Two churches for concerts or musical events.

 

Earl’s Court Conference Centre

This venue is suitable for large-scale corporate conferences, meetings, seminars, and small exhibition presentations.

Address:

Earls Court Exhibition Centre
London  SW5 9TA

Tel: 020 7370 8532

email: marketing@eco.co.uk

Capacity:

Meeting room 1 capacity: 250 people
Meeting room 2 capacity: 250 people
Meeting Room 3 capacity: 100 people

 

Kensington Central Library – Meeting Room

This is an affordable venue which is ideal for small meetings. Found in the heart of Kensington High Street, this is a venue space accessible to all.  

Address:

12 Phillimore Walk

London  W8 7RX

Tel: 020 7361 3890

email: Valerie.ferguson@rbkc.gov.uk

Capacity: Meeting Room – up to 50 people

 

Chelsea Football Club

There are 21 suites available for hire for occasions, ranging from small private luncheons and seminars to conferences and dinner dances for up to 500 guests.

Address:

Stamford Bridge

Fulham Road

London  SW6 1HS

Tel: 020 7915 1989

Capacity:

The Great Hall - 650 seated, 1500 standing

Harris/Drake Suites - 330 seated, 500 standing

Tambling/Hollins/ Bonetti/ Clarke - 150 seated, 300 standing

Zola/Wise Suites - 50 seated, 75 standing

 

Canalside House

Sitting alongside the canal, this venue offers a meeting room at very competitive rates.

Address:

383 Ladbroke Grove

London  W10 5AA

Tel: 020 8960 2826

Capacity: Hall - 45 seated

 

Etheline Holder Hall

Equipment for presentation is available for hire at this venue, including Overhead Projector, TV and Video and Flip Chart

Address:

5-7 Denbigh Road

London  W11 2SJ

Tel: 020 7229 7728

email: admin@nottinghillmethodistchurch.org

Capacity: First Floor Hall holds 40 People

 

Louise T Blouin Foundation

This venue is the capital’s newest and most innovative architectural space. The foundation is a perfect venue for exclusive and striking events.

Address:

3 Olaf Street

London  W11 4BE

Tel: 020 7985 9600

email: info@ltbfoundation.org 

Capacity:  

Ground Floor capacity: 360 people

First and second floor capacity: 220 people

 

Isaac Newton Professional Development Centre

The Isaac Newton Centre offers an extensive range of facilities. This venue can host educational training courses and conferences, launches, events and seminars.

Address:

108 A Lancaster Road

London  W11 1QS

Tel: 020 7598 4825

Capacity:

Conference room – up to 80 people

Various seminar rooms available for 2 to 45 people

Gallery – up to 30 people

 

Kensington Town Hall

The Kensington Conference and Events Centre offers versatile modern conference and entertaining facilities in elegant historic surroundings.

Address:

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Town Hall

Hornton Street

London  W8 7NX

Tel: 020 7361 2220

Capacity:

Great Hall - 860 seated, 600 standing

Small Hall - 190 seated, 230 standing

Committee Room - 75 seated, 90 standing

 

Chelsea Old Town Hall

Chelsea Old Town Hall offers versatile modern conference and entertaining facilities in elegant historic surroundings

Address:

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Chelsea Old Town Hall

165 – 181 King’s Road

London  SW3 5EE

Tel: 020 7361 2220

Capacity: 

Main Hall - 400 people

Small Hall - 150 people

 

Maria Assumpta Centre

This venue has a variety of rooms available for hire; accommodating large or small groups.

Address:         

23 Kensington Square

London  W8 5HN

Tel:020 7361 4704

Capcity:

Faulkner Hall - 150 people

Garden Room - 50 people

The Lighthouse - 10 people

The Lodge - 5 people

 

Natural History Museum

Exclusive Events at the Natural History Museum offers a wide range of rooms and facilities for events ranging from small dinners to large corporate events 

Address:        

Cromwell Road

South Kensington

London  SW7 5BD

Tel: 020 7942 5434

Capacity:         

The Central Hall, North Hall, Spencer Gallery and Mammal Gallery are all available for hire for dinner/dances, cocktail receptions, presentations. Capacities range from 20 to 1,200 people.

 

Olympia Conference Centre

A venue for large scale conferences and events, it offers high class facilities.

Address:

Olympia

Hammersmith road

London  W14 8UX

Tel: 020 7598 2556

Capcity: 

Meeting rooms 1 & 2 - 150 seated, 250 standing

East Hall - 600 seated, 700 standing

 

Science Museum

An unusual space for any event, this venue is perfect for large scale conferences and events.

Address:          

Science Museum

Exhibition Road

London  SW7 2DD

Tel: 0870 870 4868

Capcity:

Directors suite - 110 - 150 people

Making the modern world -  430 people

Flight Gallery - 500 people

Wellcome wing - 350 - 650 people

Energy hall - 600 people

IMAX 3D Cinema - 416 people

 

St Mary Abbot’s Church

The committee room is ideal for board style meetings. There are a number of rooms available for hire in this venue

Address:          

Vicarage Gate

Kensington

London  W8 4HN

Tel: 020 7937885 / 07812428010

email: manager@smacentre.com

Capacity:         

Rehearsal Theatre - 240 seated, 400 standing

Long Room - 80 seated, 150 standing

Committee Room - 20 seated

 

Tabernacle Arts Centre

This Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s carnival area is the centre for arts in North Kensington.

Address:

Powis Square

Notting Hill

London  W11 2AY

Tel: 020 7221 9700

email: info@carnivalvillage.org.uk

Capacity:        

Performance Space/ Theatre – 230 seated, 500 standing

Dance Studio – 200 people

Conference Room – 40 people

Meeting Room – 12 people

 

Victoria & Albert Museum

A national museum of art and design, this venue offers exclusive surroundings to any conference or event.

Address:

V&A South Kensington

Cromwell Road

London  SW7 2RL

Tel: 020 7942 2628 / 2646 / 2647

Capacity:         

The Dome with access to Garden - 700 people

Raphael Gallery - Reception 400, Dinner 400, Concerts 400

The Cast Court - Reception 100

Sculpture Galleries - Reception 300, Dinner 70

Painting Galleries - Reception 200

Lecture Theatre – seated 30

 

Exhibition Space

Chelsea Old Town Hall

Chelsea Old Town Hall offers versatile modern conference and entertaining facilities in elegant historic surroundings.

Address:          

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Chelsea Old Town Hall

165 – 181 King’s Road

London  SW3 5EE

Tel: 020 7361 2220

Capacity: 

Main Hall: Theatre 440; Classroom 170; Dinner/Dance 140; Reception 400.
Small Hall: Theatre 150; Classroom 80; Dinner/Dance 70; Reception 150.

 

East West Gallery

The East West Gallery focuses mainly on contemporary art, paintings and drawings

Address:          

8 Blenheim Crescent

Notting Hill

London  W11 1NN

Tel: 020 7229 7981

Capacity: Gallery - 50 seated, 85 standing

 

Flow Gallery

The gallery features six exhibitions a year as well as having a permanent collection of contemporary crafts.

Address:

1-5 Needham Road   

London  W11 2RP

Tel: 020 7243 0782

email: info@flowgallery.co.uk

 

Gallery Maya

This venue is used predominately as an art gallery, but is also available for photo shoots and would work well for workshops. There is office space at the back of the gallery and a kitchen area downstairs.

 

Address:           

Gallery Maya

28 Chesptow Corner

Chepstow Place

London

W2 4XE

 

Tel:  020 7229 6279

Web: www.gallerymaya.co.uk

Capacity: 80 – 100 people over 2 floors

 

Inn on the Green

This venue is looking for local Ladbroke Grove artists and/or photographers to exhibit their work.

Address: 

3 Thorpe Close

London  W10 5XL

Tel: 020 8962 5757

Capacity: 

Performance Space - 150 people

Gallery - 20 people

 

Tabernacle Arts Centre

This stunning Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s carnival area is the centre for arts in North Kensington.

Address:          

Powis Square

Notting Hill

London  W11 2AY

Tel: 020 7221 9700

email: info@carnivalvillage.org.uk

Capacity:         

Performance Space/ Theatre – 230 seated, 500 standing

Dance Studio – 200 people

Conference Room – 40 people

Meeting Room – 12 people

 

The Ice House, Holland Park

Originally the Ice House for the Holland Estate, it has been transformed into a well-lit and well equipped contemporary exhibition space which is ideal for presenting small scale works.

Address:          

Lettings Manager

Leighton House Museum

12 Holland Park Road

London  W14 8LZ

Tel: 020 7603 1123

email: sally.dobinson@rbkc.gov.uk

Capacity: Exhibition space only, not for hire

 

The Orangery, Holland Park

Originally the Holland House conservatory, The Orangery lends its classical proportions to the presentation of the finest in contemporary arts. The open, spacious feel of the gallery encourages the sympathetic exhibition of work from every discipline.

Address:          

Orangery Gallery
Holland Park
London  W8 6LU

Tel: 020 7603 1123

Capacity: Gallery will accommodate 80 seated, 150 standing

 

20th Century Theatre

If you wish to mount an exhibition this space provides a refreshing change. The theatre offers the opportunity to create an environment that is memorable and effective.

Address:          

113A Portobello Road

London  W11 2QB

Tel: 020 7229 4179

Capacity: Theatre - 200 people

 

Unique Art Gallery

This gallery is situated in the heart of Chelsea and is available for exhibitions and events.

 

Address:           

595 King's Road

SW6 2EL

London

 

Telephone: 07832265873

email: info@uniqueartgallery.co.uk

web: http://unique-art-gallery.blogspot.com/ 


 

Rehearsal Space

St Mary Abbot’s Church

Whether for performance, rehearsal or meetings. This venue offers space for all.

Address:          

Vicarage Gate

Kensington

London  W8 4HN

Tel: 020 7937 885 / 07812428010

email: manager@smacentre.com

Capacity:         

Rehearsal Theatre – 240 seated, 400 standing

Long Room - 80 seated, 150 standing

Committee Room - 20 seated

 

St Philip’s Church Hall

An ideal venue with rehearsal and performance space

Address:

59A Portobello Road

London  W11 3DB

Tel: 020 7792 8227

 

Kensal Community Centre

Whether for performance, rehearsal or meetings. This venue offers space for all.

Address:

177 Kensal Road

North Kensington

London  W10 5BJ

Tel: 020 8960 2637

email: iwslondon@hotmail.com

Capacity: Large Hall - 200 seated, 250 standing

 

Golborne Youth Centre

Whether for performance or rehearsal. This venue offers space for all.

Address:  

2A Wornington Road

London  W10 5QQ

Tel: 02089606238

Capacity: Holds 150 people depending on activity

 

Tabernacle Arts Centre

This stunning Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s carnival area is the centre for arts in North Kensington.

Address:          

Powis Square

Notting Hill

London  W11 2AY

Tel: 020 7221 9700

email: info@carnivalvillage.org.uk

Capacity:         

Performance Space/ Theatre – 230 seated, 500 standing

Dance Studio – 200 people

Conference Room – 40 people

Meeting Room – 12 people

 

Kensington Central Library

This is an affordable venue which is ideal for music rehearsals or film screenings. Found in the heart of Kensington High Street, this is a venue space accessible to all.  

Address:          

12 Phillimore Walk

London  W8 7RX

Tel: 020 7361 3890

email: Valerie.ferguson@rbkc.gov.uk

Capacity: Theatre room – 162 people

 

Inn on the Green

Bar, cafe, art gallery and performance space

Address:          

3 Thorpe Close

London  W10 5XL

Tel: 020 8962 5757

Capacity:         

Performance Space - 150 people

Gallery - 20 people

 

Maria Assumpta Centre

There are a wide variety of rooms available for hire; accommodating large or small groups.

Address:          

23 Kensington Square

London  W8 5HN

Tel: 020 7361 4704

Capcity:           

Faulkner Hall - 150 people

Garden Room - 50 people

The Lighthouse - 10 people

The Lodge - 5 people

 

Performance Space

ChelseaTheatre

Varying in size from small and intimate rooms for up to 10 people, to large bright studios able to house 50, Chelsea Theatre has a number of rooms available for hire.

Address:          

World’s End Place

Kings Road

London  SW10 0DR

Tel: 020 7352 1967

email: admin@chelseatheatre.org.uk

Capacity:         

Auditorium - 110 people

Studio - 35 people

Red room - 26 people

 

Finborough Theatre

The tiny Finborough Theatre in Earls Court is one of the most stimulating venues in London.

Address:          

118 Finborough Road

Earl’s court

London  SW10 9ED

Tel: 020 7244 7439  

email: admin@finboroughtheatre.co.uk

Capacity: Theatre Stage -  50 seated

 

Tabernacle Arts Centre

This stunning Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s carnival area is the centre for arts in North Kensington.

Address:          

Powis Square

Notting Hill

London  W11 2AY

Tel: 020 7221 9700

email: info@carnivalvillage.org.uk

Capacity:         

Performance Space/ Theatre – 230 seated, 500 standing

 Dance Studio – 200 people

Conference Room – 40 people

Meeting Room – 12 people

Tablet Gallery – 5.8 x 8.2m (19 x 19ft 9in)

 

Cadogan Hall

A music and arts venue which is now home to the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, this venue is available to hire for arts events, jazz, classical music, dance, film and exhibitions.

Address:          

Sloane Terrace

London  SW1X 9DQ

Tel: 020 7842 7601

email: info@cadoganhall.com

Capcity: Main auditorium - 90 people

 

Kensington Central Library

This is an affordable venue which is ideal for music rehearsals or film screenings. Found in the heart of Kensington High Street, this is a venue space accessible to all.  

Address:          

12 Phillimore Walk

London  W8 7RX

Tel: 020 7361 3890

email: Valerie.ferguson@rbkc.gov.uk

Capacity: Theatre room – 162 people

 

Inn on the Green

Bar, cafe, art gallery and performance space

Address:          

3 Thorpe Close

London  W10 5XL

Tel: 0208 962 5757

Capacity: 

Performance Space - 150 people

Gallery - 20 people

 

Dance Space

Chokolate Ltd

A mirrored studio with wooden floors available for hire for dancing classes, rehearsals, castings, photo-shoots

Address:

Base Station

326 Kensal Road

Unit B Second Floor
London  W10 5BZ

Tel: 020 8960 9993

email: mmm@chokolate.tv

 

Tabernacle Arts Centre

This stunning Grade II listed building in the heart of London’s carnival area is the centre for arts in North Kensington.

Address: 

Powis Square

Notting Hill

London  W11 2AY

Tel: 020 7221 9700

email:info@carnivalvillage.org.uk

Capacity:         

Performance Space/ Theatre – 230 seated, 500 standing

Dance Studio – 200 people

Conference Room – 40 people

Meeting Room – 12 people

 

Artist’s Studios

ACAVA

The studios are newly constructed, self-contained spaces and provided with free WiFi broadband. All have excellent natural light with good access to water. The studios are very conveniently located for easy access into London. Many are very suitable for sharing.

Address:          

54 Blechynden Street

London  W10 6RJ

Tel: 0208 960 5015  

Capacity: Studio 1 - 40 seated, 50 standing

 

Property Services

For the best way to find out about available property in Kensington and Chelsea visit the Property Services web pages where you will find lists of the available Artist’s Studios and empty shops.

 

For more information, please contact Property Services on 020 7361 3211 or at property@rbkc.gov.uk