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Hire our Venue

Busy gig in Kennedy Hall

 
As one of London’s most legendary cultural venues, Cecil Sharp House is the perfect venue to host a wide variety of events.

Whether you’re promoting an event, hosting a meeting or looking for a teaching space, our unique and Grade Two listed venue provides a flexible solution.

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We host events including

  • Performances including music and spoken word
  • Filming and television programmes
  • Rehearsals
  • Fashion shoots and shows
  • Regular dance and music classes
  • Private parties
  • Weddings 
  • And much more...

 
Highlights

  • Less than 10 minutes from Camden Town tube station
  • Variety of flexible rooms 
  • On-site catering options
  • Competitive rates
  • In-house furniture included in hire price (subject to availability)
  • Parking on request
  • Fully accessible
  • Wi-fi in all rooms

Our spaces

  • Kennedy Hall: our grand and spacious main venue
  • Trefusis Hall: a highly flexible basement room for up to 100
  • Storrow Hall: a smaller basement room for up to 60
  • Committee Room: a bright room for up to 30, away from the busier parts of the building
  • Bar and Cafe

What’s the next step?

Thinking about hosting an event at Cecil Sharp House?
We look forward to discussing your event with you. Please get in touch today
E: [email protected] 
T: 020 7241 8954 or 020 7052 3792

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As a registered charity, we are unable to accommodate party political or religious hires.

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Kennedy Hall

Our main room, Kennedy Hall is a grand space spanning 252 square metres.

Trefusis

Trefusis Hall is one of the most flexible rooms at Cecil Sharp House.

Cecil Sharp House truly impresses when it comes to accessible facilities, showing that even listed buildings can create a hospitable environment for all to enjoy
– Age UK

 

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See also: General Emergency Evacuation Plan for Cecil Sharp House



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