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Booking & access

What is included in a booking?

Every booking includes high-speed fibre Wi-Fi, a design-led seat in the studio, filtered water, and access to the kitchen corner. The Session and Day Pass add a complimentary drink; the Day Pass goes further with a screen extension and noise-cancelling headphones.

Can I book by the hour?

Yes — The Hour works exactly like that. Book from one hour, and if the studio is quiet you're welcome to extend in place at the hourly rate.

Can I choose when my Session starts?

Pick your start time from the available slots when you book. Sessions run in three-hour blocks; early-bird starts from 08:00 are available on most days.

Can I book for the full day?

The Day Pass gives you the studio from early bird access until closing (~12 working hours), including a drink, screen extension and headphones.

Can I change my booking?

Yes — move your session free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts, subject to availability for your new time.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours ahead for a full refund or studio credit. Inside 24 hours, workspace bookings convert to credit; private hire deposits follow the terms on your quote.

The studio & kit

Can I hire the entire studio?

Yes. Studio Hire takes the full space out of general use exclusively for you — meetings, launches, showcases, private views, photoshoots and small productions. Half and full days, with evenings on request.

How many people fit in the studio?

Comfortably ~30 seated for a talk or meeting, ~45 standing for an event, and 12–14 desks for individual work. Tell us your shape of gathering and we'll layout for it.

Can I bring a guest or colleague?

Each desk holds one licence holder. A colleague is welcome to join for a meeting in one of our booths by adding a guest at checkout — just let us know in advance so we seat you together.

What equipment is available?

Fibre Wi-Fi, ergonomic and lounge seating, a 55" display with HDMI/USB-C, whiteboard wall, printer (fair use), lockable drawers, and on-request extras: screen extensions, noise-cancelling headphones and PA.

Can I host an event or photoshoot?

Absolutely — that's what Studio Hire is for. Art events, product launches, private views, brand shoots, workshops and team days all happen here. Share your mood and we'll plan layouts and lighting around it.

Hours & getting here

What are the opening hours?

We're open daily for workspace: typically Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Saturday 09:00–18:00, Sundays for private hire only. Your booking confirmation carries the exact access window for your day.

Where are you located?

66A, L/G Kensington Church Street, Notting Hill, London W8 4BY — a discreet lower-ground atelier a five-minute walk from High Street Kensington and ten from Notting Hill Gate.

How do I get there?

High Street Kensington (Circle & District) ~5 min walk · Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle & District) ~10 min · Queensway (Central) ~12 min. Buses 9, 10, 27, 28, 49, 52, 70, 94, 148, 328 and C1 serve Kensington Church Street.

Is there parking nearby?

Kensington Church Street is in the Central Kensington zone (monitored Mon–Sat). RVC and paid bays are common on side streets; the nearest garages are at Kensington Palace gate 3 and the Mandarin Oriental. We recommend the tube.

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