A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white subway tiles, and open shelving at The Underground Cookery School.
A commercial kitchen with stainless steel countertops, gas stoves, and hanging utensils at The Underground Cookery School.
A commercial kitchen with a gas range, stainless steel surfaces, and an industrial oven at The Underground Cookery School.
A commercial kitchen with stainless steel workstations, overhead ducting, and wall art at The Underground Cookery School.

Commercial Kitchen Hire at The Underground Cookery School

Kitchen
·
Whole venue
201-203 City Road, The Basement, London, EC1V 1JN –
Old Street Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 60
seats
Up to 60
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Underground Cookery School is a commercial cookery-school kitchen hired for group culinary activity, characterised by a practical, professionally equipped environment built for organised food preparation.

Design: The interior is bright and utilitarian, featuring white subway tiles, high ceilings and exposed ventilation. The fittings emphasise durability and cleanliness, with neutral floors and pendant lighting that keeps the space well lit.

Features: Multiple stainless-steel prep benches, commercial ovens, extraction hoods and dedicated sinks create a fully functional production kitchen. Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are available. The space is supplied with cookware, utensils, shelving and plating areas for group use.

Ideal for: Corporate teams and social groups seeking an informal, interactive and sociable cooking-format gathering rather than a formal seated event.

What sets it apart: An integrated PA system and a clear open area that converts into a dancefloor or music space, allowing events to move from hands-on cooking to music-led socialising.

What guests say: The venue is well organised and creates a relaxed, social atmosphere that encourages participation and shared activity.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
8:00 – 15:30
from £2038 hire fee
Per session
15:30 – 23:00
from £2038 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 30
Cabaret
up to 60
U-Shaped
up to 20
Classroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
European cuisine
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests Space where you can prepare food
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed You can bring your own alcohol free of charge
Unavailable: Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
No wedding licence

Host rules

Full terms & conditions once booking request is made

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

About The Underground Cookery School

The Underground Cookery School is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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