A pop up shop with polished concrete floors, exposed ductwork, and track lighting at The Factory.
A pop up shop with polished concrete floors, exposed ductwork, and track lighting at The Factory.
A pop up shop with high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and exposed ductwork at The Factory.
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A pop up shop with studio lighting equipment, two modern chairs, and a small table at The Factory.

The Factory Pod 16 at The Factory

Pop Up Shop in a Warehouse
·
Whole venue
21 Shacklewell Lane, London, E8 2DA –
Dalston Kingsland Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 40
seats
Up to 52
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Discover the captivating allure of our stunning warehouse conversion space available for hire within The Factory venue. Step into a realm of creative possibilities within our expertly designed Pod, where polished concrete floors, exposed brick walls, and high ceilings seamlessly blend historic build quality with contemporary aesthetics.

Ideal for photo shoots, filming, or hosting memorable pop-up events, this versatile space offers the perfect canvas to bring your vision to life. From fashion showcases to art exhibitions, product launches to immersive installations, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination. With its raw, yet refined appeal, it sparks inspiration and fosters an atmosphere that resonates with both artists and visionaries alike. Embrace the industrial charm and unique ambiance that sets the stage for extraordinary experiences and captivating visuals.

• Available for Daily Hire (Minimum term is one day)
• Trestle tables, chairs and basic furniture available at no extra cost (subject to availability)
• Free Wifi
• Kitchenette/showers access
• Coffee shop within the venue!
• Strong plywood walls for easy fixings
• Car parking upon request (Subject to charge)
• Early morning access upon request (Subject to charge)

Usually booked for

Photo Shoot

Typically for 5-15 guests and costs about £250.

"Can’t fault the service and the space itself was perfect."

- Jai S. Sep 2025

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 21:00
from £264 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 52
Theatre
up to 33
Boardroom
up to 18
Cabaret
up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed You can bring your own alcohol free of charge
Unavailable: Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Backdrops Photography backdrops available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
White brick walls
Adjustable spotlights
Power sockets
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

No loud music, as the venue is situated on the ground floor of a residential block of flats. Music is to be kept to a background level.
Alcohol sales are prohibited. BYO, complimentary wine etc is usually ok - please check with venue
Event is to be kept only within the defined boundaries inside the venue as a whole

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(41 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
AW
Antonio W.
Verified review
Event Space · 50 guests · August 2026
The pod was very good.
4.7
JS
Jai S.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 17 guests · August 2025
Great assistance and help leading up to the day and on the day itself. Can’t fault the service and the space itself was perfect.
5.0
A
Amaanioluwa
Verified review
Exhibition · 40 guests · September 2024
I loved the space! The space was really good and worth the price for sure. I liked the location of it and also the amount of space that was provided.
4.5
ES
Ellen S.
Verified review
Gallery · 50 guests · August 2023
Accessible and convenient location/venue. Really great, patient and helpful host.
5.0

FAQ

No, the venue does not provide projectors, but professional projector solutions can be hired in. These may be pricey and will almost certainly cost more than the unit hire.

Yes, filming at the venue is something that has been done in the past.

Yes, adjustable spotlights are already installed and can be moved to highlight the required areas.

No, unfortunately the venue does not have access to a vendor providing yoga mats.

The Factory is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a day
Response rate: 98%

About The Factory

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

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