The First Floor at Black Seed

Lounge in an Office Space
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Whole venue
63 Granville Arcade, Brixton Village, Coldharbour Lane, London, SW9 8PS
Brixton Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

Main lounge and event space
Where it all happens. Airy, plant-framed, washed in skylight. Host your supper clubs, listening sessions, shoots, panels or birthdays. Whatever your moment is, it lands here.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Tuesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Wednesday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Thursday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Sunday
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 0:00
from £1000 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing Overview – The First Floor

Our standard rate is £100 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. For shorter bookings, please get in touch directly to discuss. We are open to accommodating intimate or low impact events on a case by case basis.

For longer events, we offer a full day hire package at £1,000, which includes up to 10 consecutive hours of exclusive access between 9 AM and midnight.

For extended days, we also offer:
• Early access before 9 AM - £100
• Extended access up to 15 hours - £250

For clients who want to arrive to a fully styled and stress free space, we offer a complete end to end event setup. This can include:
• Room set up and pack down
• Deep clean (always included)
• On site manager (always included)
• Lighting design
• Activated photo booth space
• Personalised backdrop and cake plinth
• Full decor styling, including signage and bespoke stationery
• Professional DJ and sound setup
• Bar staff or cocktail servers
• Live sketch artist
• Glassware and drinks packages

Everything is optional and customisable. We have built a trusted ecosystem of creatives so all you need to do is tell us the date and your vision and we will bring it to life.
Minimum booking duration: 5 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 40
Theatre
up to 45
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 40
U-Shaped
up to 40
Classroom
up to 45

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Kitchen facilities
Handheld microphone
DJ booth / setup add on
Flexible furniture layout
Ambient lighting
Event staff
Decor add-ons
Skylights
Projector
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

Host Rules – The First Floor

To help keep the space safe, seamless, and ready for every guest, we ask that all bookings observe the following:

🔑 Access & Timing

• Your booking time must include all set up and pack down
• Early access is available upon request, with an additional fee
• Going over your allocated time may result in charges and affect your deposit

🛋 Furniture & Layout

• No furniture is permitted to be removed from the premises
• Layout can be adapted but all changes must be discussed in advance

🔌 Decorators & External Suppliers

• Details of any decorators or external suppliers arriving before your event must be provided at least three days in advance
• No nails, screws, tape, or adhesives are permitted on the walls
• Freestanding décor is welcome, and we are happy to support setup with prior notice

🚭 Smoking & Substances

• This is a no smoking and no vaping venue
• Use of canisters or other prohibited substances is strictly not allowed
• The use or presence of recreational drugs is not permitted under any circumstances

🎶 Music & Sound

• DJs and external sound systems are welcome with prior approval
• Please keep music to a respectful level for the duration of your booking

🍾 Alcohol & Catering

• We do not hold an alcohol licence
• Alcohol may be brought for private events, but cannot be sold unless the client holds a valid Temporary Event Notice (TEN)
• Kitchenette facilities are available for light prep and warming
• External caterers are welcome

🧼 Cleanliness & Property

• Deep cleaning is included
• Clients are responsible for leaving the space in a reasonable condition
• We do not accept responsibility for any personal items or equipment left on-site unattended

💰 Refundable Security Deposit

A £250 refundable deposit is required for all bookings. This will be returned within five working days, provided:

No damage has occurred

No furniture or fittings have been moved without consent

The agreed hire time has not been exceeded

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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About Black Seed

Just two minutes from Brixton Station and four from the Underground, The First Floor is a light-filled sanctuary tucked above the vibrant hum of Brixton Village. Central and quietly elegant.

Set across 2,400 square feet, the space is a blank canvas with soul. Whitewashed walls, skylight ceilings, and lush greenery offer a soft backdrop for whatever story you’re trying to tell. Whether you’re hosting an office away day or a candlelit supper club, an art exhibition or a listening party, The First Floor adapts to your vision without losing its character.

The layout flows, encouraging movement between moments. There’s space to break out, dine in, or showcase something bold. It’s equally suited to intimate gatherings and brand activations. Pop ups. Private dinners. Showcases. Workshops. We’ve hosted them all and the space has held each beautifully.

You’re surrounded by some of London’s most loved local gems. Bars, restaurants, and record shops are steps away. Planning becomes easier and the experience extends beyond your walls.

The First Floor comes with access to a trusted network of creatives including bar staff, stylists, DJs and sketch artists. We also offer a menu of curated add ons for those who want full service without lifting a finger.

It’s premium but personal. Flexible but curated. And always, unmistakably Brixton.


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