Event Space at The Secret Reading Room

Library
·
Whole venue
Mackintosh Lane, London, E9 6AB
Homerton Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

The Secret Reading Room is an intimate, design led event space created for atmospheric gatherings and visually striking experiences.

Highlights of the Space
• Cosy, candlelit interior with strong visual character
• Book led backdrop ideal for photography and filming
• Flexible layout with clustered seating
• Intimate environment suited to immersive events
• A characterful alternative to traditional white box venues

The Secret Reading Room in Homerton works especially well for:
• Book launches and literary events
• Brand launches and product pop ups
• Creative workshops and networking gatherings
• Photo shoots and video shoots
• Content creation days
• Birthday celebrations
• Hen parties
• Author readings and Q and A sessions
• Private community events

Its warm aesthetic makes it ideal for brands, creatives and hosts looking for a venue with personality and depth.

Facilities
• Flexible seating arrangements
• Open floor area for talks or readings
• Styled shelving and backdrop features
• Ambient lighting
• Space suitable for filming and photography
• Accessible power points
• Suitable for externally catered events

Furniture can be arranged to suit seated layouts, workshop formats or more open standing configurations for launches and pop ups.


Prices

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 22:00
from £525 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 22:00
from £525 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 22:00
from £525 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 22:00
from £525 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £675 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £675 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £90 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 – 0:00
from £675 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include VAT.
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 25
Dining
up to 14
Theatre
up to 20
Boardroom
up to 10
Cabaret
up to 10
Classroom
up to 14

Catering and drinks

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

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Mezzanine level for split use
Styled book lined backerp
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

The Secret Reading Room is a curated and intimate venue.
We kindly ask all guests to treat the space with care and respect.

• Access, set up and pack down time must be included within your booked hire period.
• The venue must be returned to its original condition before departure.
• Furniture may be moved but must be placed back as found.
• Decorations are welcome but must not cause damage. No nails, screws, tape or adhesive materials on walls, shelving or painted surfaces.
• Confetti, glitter and open flame candles are not permitted.
• Music must be kept at a low level in respect of neighbouring tenants.
• No smoking inside the venue.
• All external catering must be agreed in advance.

Any damages, breakages or excessive cleaning required following your booking will be invoiced accordingly.

We reserve the right to refuse bookings that do not align with the nature of the space.

We reserve the right to end a booking early if venue rules are not respected.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

The Secret Reading Room is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Location

Location map