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Top Affordable Photo Studios in London
Cheap photo studios in London start from £15 per hour, and the average hourly hire fee across budget listings is £45, with most spaces falling between £35 and £65 per hour. Tagvenue lists 766 photo studio spaces in London, and the lowest rates are concentrated in Zone 2–3 areas such as Wimbledon, Kentish Town, West Norwood, Tottenham and Bow rather than Shoreditch or Soho. Most budget studios include lighting, backdrops and stands in the hire fee. Compare your options and book a space online.
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![studio ONE photo video at pixel studios - photo and video studios in Kentish Town, London]()
from £18
hire fee / per hourBook nowstudio ONE photo video
4 guestspixel studios - photo and video studiosKentish Town StationKentish Town, London
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FFrancesco M.
“I rented this studio space for a day-long photoshoot, and it was fantastic!” -
![Photography and Film Studio at Mons Studio Studio Warehouse in Stratford, London]()
from £30
hire fee / per hourBook nowPhotography and Film Studio
6 guestsMons Studio Studio WarehouseHackney Wick StationStratford, London
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FFred M.
“Amazing service and a great price. Will definitely be booking this studio again in the future!” -
![Deep Space 01 at Studio 557 in Kentish Town, London]()
from £29
hire fee / per hourBook nowDeep Space 01
20 guestsStudio 557Kentish Town StationKentish Town, London
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YYasmin
“Amazing space and location, nothing missing. Perfect lighting equipment. Would definitely book again!” -
![studio TWO - photo and video at pixel studios - photo and video studios in Kentish Town, London]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourBook nowstudio TWO - photo and video
10 guestspixel studios - photo and video studiosKentish Town StationKentish Town, London
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JJane D.
“The studio is great & perfect for what we needed. I would re-book this venue in a heartbeat.” -
![Photo/Video Studio 3 at Soif Studios in Hackney, London]()
from £35
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8 guestsSoif StudiosLondon Fields StationHackney, London
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BBirgit L.
“I arrived some minutes earlier and could already set up everything in the studio. Will definitely book again.” -
![Daylight / Blackout Studio at Butler in The Peanut Factory in Bow, London]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourBook nowDaylight / Blackout Studio
7 guestsButler in The Peanut FactoryHackney Wick StationBow, London
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HHamza M.
“Cannot go wrong with their price and definitely get value for money. Dai was extremely helpful.” -
![STUDIO IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED! at Corridor Studio in Docklands, London]()
from £28
hire fee / per hourBook nowSTUDIO IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED!
25 guestsCorridor StudioAll Saints StationDocklands, London
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BBenjamin
“From a photography it is a good sized venue and has all the additional photography equipment needed.” -
![Photo/Video Studio 4 of 6 at Soif Studios in Hackney, London]()
from £35
hire fee / per hourBook nowPhoto/Video Studio 4 of 6
10 guestsSoif StudiosLondon Fields StationHackney, London
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MMonica S.
“Very friendly staff and super responsive! Incredible studio and an amazing price for the value!” -
![Parisian Style Studio Space at Many Rooms Studios in Battersea, London]()
from £40
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20 guestsMany Rooms StudiosBattersea, London
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GGoldie
“Lighting available. Buzzer entry. Clean. Reasonably priced parking fees.” -
![Film and Photography Studio at Leonard Studio in Shoreditch, London]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourBook nowFilm and Photography Studio
20 guestsLeonard StudioOld Street StationShoreditch, London
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EEdward S.
“Great location, reasonable price, communicative host, and a lovely space with lots of light.” -
![Bright Banana Studios at Bright Banana Studios in Walworth, London]()
from £30
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7 guestsBright Banana StudiosKennington StationWalworth, London
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JJaydee D.
“The affordable price initially attracted me and I found that It's worth every penny. I plan to book again.” -
![Photo/Video Studio 2 at Soif Studios in Hackney, London]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourBook nowPhoto/Video Studio 2
20 guestsSoif StudiosLondon Fields StationHackney, London
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TTatiana
“Amazing people are running the place. Honestly the best studio I have used for a photo shoot for a long time.”
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Cheap Photo Studios - Tagvenue’s Picks
Based on Tagvenue’s data, as of August 2026, here’s an overview of some of the best spaces you can book for your event in London:
studio ONE photo video at pixel studios - photo and video studios
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Deep Space 01 at Studio 557
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Unit 4 Studios at Unit 4 Studios
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| Space type | Photo / Film Studio | Photo Studio in a Photo / Film Studio | Photo Studio |
| Venue | Located in Kentish Town, Pixel Studios offers two modern photography and video spaces with a relaxed vibe. Ideal for creative projects, the studios come equipped with extensive lighting and backdrops. Guests appreciate the helpful studio manager for ensuring a seamless experience. | Located in Kentish Town, North London, Studio 557 offers two spacious studios with high ceilings and a variety of backdrops. It includes extensive lighting equipment and a dedicated makeup area. Ideal for photo and video shoots. | Unit 4 Studios offers a versatile 1200sqft photography studio with natural light and two floors. Excellent for fashion and video shoots, complete with extensive equipment and a relaxed vibe. The surrounding area is ideal for photogenic outdoor shots. |
| Booking costs | from £18 hire fee / per hour | from £29 hire fee / per hour | from £60 hire fee / per hour |
| Capacity | 4 standing | 20 standing | 30 guests seating, 30 standing |
| Location | Kentish Town, London | Kentish Town, London | Lewisham Borough, London |
| What users say | ‘This photo studio is in a very good location, close to the underground and many shops around.’ | ‘I really appreciated that Alexis allowed me to check out the studio before the actual date of the photoshoot.’ | ‘I enjoyed the size of space, the variety of different equipment. The host was very helpful with equipment.’ |
FAQs about Top Affordable Photo Studios in London
In London, prices of cheap photo studios average £49 hire fee per hour. The cost depends on capacity, location, and equipment available. Some spaces may offer lower prices on certain days of the week, so make sure to keep an eye out for discounted options. You can find options that offer packages with crew or professional gear, which can also affect the booking costs. Here's a breakdown of price ranges in London on Tagvenue (data from August 2026):
| From £35 | to £65 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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studio ONE photo video at pixel studios - photo and video studios in Kentish Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘This photo studio is in a very good location, close to the underground and many shops around.’ -
Photography and Film Studio at Mons Studio Studio Warehouse in Stratford - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The studio itself was very well-equipped and perfect for our product photography session.’ -
Deep Space 01 at Studio 557 in Kentish Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I really appreciated that Alexis allowed me to check out the studio before the actual date of the photoshoot.’
These are the venues within 1.3 mi from central London, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Havelock Aura Studio at Sunlight Aesthetic Lifestyle - Havelock Aura
on 5 Havelock Terrace Unit 9S Hewlett House - 1.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Very clean and great equipment for a reasonable price.’ -
Bright Banana Studios at Bright Banana Studios
on 19 Iliffe Yard - 1.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Host and venue were absolutely spot on! Have used this studio 3 times now and I will certainly be back again.’ -
Parisian Style Studio Space at Many Rooms Studios
on 5 Havelock Terrace Hewlett House - 1.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Buzzer entry. Clean. Reasonably priced parking fees.’
Before you hire any cheap photo studios, check the equipment they have on offer. Mostly the equipment you need will depend on the photoshoot concept you have in mind. However, in most creative spaces for photo shooting, the hire fee includes backdrops, octaboxes, lighting equipment, and some props. Some of the affordable filming locations also offer styling areas or dressing rooms with mirrors and artificial lighting.
Eastern London is full of outstanding studios with discounts and offers, such as the Photography Studio at Delta House Studio or the Dance and Photography Studio at Hone Dance Studio. You should check the areas of Dalston and Stoke Newington Rd. You can hire photo studios under £25 per hour. Hackney and Stratford also have creative spaces with amazing backdrops for photographers with prices around £20 per hour.
Your Guide to Hiring Cheap Photo Studios in London
Cheapest photo studios, capacity, and rating
These are the lowest-priced photo studios currently bookable on Tagvenue in London, ordered by hire fee.
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Studio |
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Area |
Capacity |
Rating |
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£15/hr |
Wimbledon, SW19 |
10 people |
4.6 (14) |
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£18/hr |
Kentish Town, NW5 |
4 people |
5.0 (284) |
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£22/hr |
West Norwood, SE27 |
6 people |
5.0 (8) |
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£24/hr |
Tottenham, N15 |
24 people |
5.0 (5) |
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£25/hr |
Bow, E3 |
10 people |
4.8 (92) |
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£25/hr |
Hackney Wick, E9 |
30 people |
4.9 (6) |
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£27/hr |
Tottenham, N15 |
30 people |
4.9 (51) |
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£28/hr |
Peckham, SE15 |
10 people |
5.0 (5) |
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£29/hr |
Kentish Town, NW5 |
20 people |
4.9 (113) |
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£30/hr |
Hackney Wick, E9 |
6 people |
5.0 (207) |
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£30/hr |
Walworth, SE17 |
7 people |
4.7 (28) |
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£30/hr |
Thornton Heath, CR7 |
9 people |
4.7 (6) |
Cheapest areas in London to hire a photo studio
South and north London are the cheapest, starting at £15 and £24 per hour. Shoreditch and Soho are the most expensive, starting at £50 and £120 per hour. The price gap between Zone 2–3 suburbs and inner-east creative districts is the single biggest lever on cost.
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Lowest |
Why it works for budget shoots |
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£15 |
Larger floor areas per pound; Wimbledon, Walworth and Thornton Heath sit well below the London average |
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£15 |
Light-industrial units in NW10, NW2 and Southall; good for kit-heavy setups and van access |
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£18 |
Densest supply, so competition keeps entry rates low despite the postcode |
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£24 |
Tottenham (N15) clusters large-capacity studios at low rates; Victoria line access |
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£25 |
Biggest choice in the city; warehouse conversions in Bow, Hackney Wick and Stratford |
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£25 |
Well connected on the Elizabeth line and Jubilee line, useful when a team travels in from different directions |
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£35 |
Purpose-built multi-studio buildings; higher entry price but strong kit inclusions |
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£35 |
Small, independent studios; Victoria line |
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£40 |
Set-dressed lifestyle studios in SW8, useful for interiors-style shoots |
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£50 |
Premium creative district, worth it mainly when location itself matters |
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£120 |
Not a budget option; better for client-facing commercial work |
Which studio should I book for my type of shoot?
Match the studio to the output, not the price tag. A £15 per hour room with a plain white wall is enough for e-commerce packshots; a lookbook needs floor space and a cove.
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Shoot type |
What to prioritise |
Budget pick |
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Headshots and portraits |
Small footprint, flash kit, one clean backdrop |
studio ONE at pixel studios – £18/hr, 4 people |
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Product and e-commerce |
Table space, consistent lighting, white background |
Photo Studio at Paxton Studio – £22/hr, 6 people |
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Fashion and lookbook |
Infinity cove, room to move, changing area |
Infinity Wall Studio at Studio6ix – £28/hr, 10 people |
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Social and content creation |
Daylight, styled corners, quick turnaround slots |
Daylight / Blackout Studio at Butler in The Peanut Factory – £25/hr, 520 sq ft |
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Video and podcast |
Blackout control, ceiling height, quiet location |
Photography and Film Studio at Mons Studio – £30/hr, 646 sq ft |
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Green screen and VFX |
Pre-lit cove, even key light |
Green Screen Infinity Cove at Green Screen Studio – £40/hr, NW2 |
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Casting, model tests, group days |
High capacity, long-slot discounts |
Whole Studio at The Little Triangle Studio – £27/hr on 6 hours, 30 people |
What studio looks and aesthetics can you get on a budget?
Budget does not mean plain white. London’s lower-priced studios cover five distinct looks, and the aesthetic you choose changes what you can shoot without hiring props.
- Daylight studios – large windows, soft natural light, minimal kit needed. Best for lifestyle, editorial and beauty.
Top pick: Butler in The Peanut Factory, £25/hr, switchable to blackout. - Blackout studios – full light control for flash-driven or cinematic work. Best for product, video and dramatic portraiture. The same listing covers both modes, which is unusual at this price.
- Infinity coves – seamless white or coloured curved wall, no visible corner. Best for fashion, dance and clean commercial video.
Top pick: Studio6ix, £28/hr. - Warehouse and industrial – exposed brick, concrete, high ceilings and rigging points. Best for group shoots and behind-the-scenes footage.
Top pick: Unit 4 Studios, £45/hr, 1,200 sq ft with balcony, courtyard and riverside frames. - Set-dressed lifestyle – furnished rooms styled as apartments or salons. Best for interiors, homeware and brand content.
Top pick: Parisian Style Studio Space at Many Rooms Studios, £40/hr, 20 people.
What size studio do I need for my group?
Match capacity to crew, not just to talent. Studio capacities on Tagvenue count everyone in the room, including assistants, stylists and clients.
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Group size |
What it suits |
Budget option |
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1–4 people |
Solo creator, headshots, self-directed content |
studio ONE at pixel studios – up to 4, £18/hr |
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5–8 people |
Photographer plus small crew, product days |
Photo/Video Studio 3 at Soif Studios – up to 8, £35/hr |
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9–12 people |
Full shoot team with HMU and stylist |
Photography Studio at Delta House Studio – up to 10, £15/hr |
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13–20 people |
Client attendance, multi-look days |
Deep Space 01 at Studio 557 – up to 20, £29/hr |
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21–30 people |
Castings, workshops, group content days |
The DMA Studio – up to 30, £25/hr |
Do cheap studios work for both photography and video?
Yes. Most London budget studios are set up as combined photo and video spaces, with open layouts, blackout options and enough ceiling height for lighting rigs.
- Photography and Film Studio at Mons Studio – 646 sq ft in Hackney Wick, from £30 per hour, rated 5.0 from 207 reviews.
- studio TWO – photo and video at pixel studios – from £25 per hour in Kentish Town, rated 5.0 from 284 reviews.
- Entire Studio at Aara Creative Studios – 600 sq ft, from £38 per hour, with backdrops and props included.
Types of photo studios and spaces in London
Each of these is a separate category page with its own inventory. Use them when "cheap photo studio" is not quite the right search.
Photo Studios in London
Photo Studios in London is the full inventory across every price band, from £15 per hour upwards.
Best for anyone who wants to compare budget and mid-range options side by side before filtering.
Top pick: Photography Studio at Delta House Studio, £15 per hour for up to 10 people.
Photo Shoot Locations in London
Photo Shoot Locations in London covers real-world settings rather than studios: bars, lofts, halls, rooftops and period rooms.
Best for editorial, lifestyle and campaign work where a lived-in backdrop beats seamless paper.
Top pick: Unit 4 Studios in New Cross, £45 per hour, with balcony, courtyard and riverside frames on site.
Creative Art Studios in London
Creative Art Studios in London covers maker spaces, workshop rooms and artist studios.
Best for craft content, workshops and shoots that need mess tolerance rather than lighting rigs.
Top pick: Whole Studio at The Little Triangle Studio, £27 per hour on a six-hour booking, up to 30 people.
Daylight Studios in London
Daylight Studios in London covers natural-light spaces with large windows or roof glazing.
Best for beauty, newborn, food and interiors work where soft light does most of the job and you can cut your kit list.
Top pick: Daylight / Blackout Studio at Butler in The Peanut Factory, £25 per hour, 520 sq ft, switchable to full blackout.
Film Studios in London
Film Studios in London covers rooms specified for moving image: blackout, rigging, power and sound considerations.
Best for commercials, music video and branded content with a crew of five or more.
Top pick: Photography and Film Studio at Mons Studio, £30 per hour, 646 sq ft.
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