Plant filled Photo Studio at Clapton Tram

Photo Studio
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Whole venue
38-40 Upper Clapton Road, Unit 20, London, E5 8BQ –
Clapton Station (0.1 mi)

About this space

Film & photography daylight studio.
Converted Victorian stable within an old horse drawn tram depot.
1800 sqft Art Studio | Warehouse Space.
Filled with plants.
Available for shoots and events.
So many shoot opportunities.

Amazing double–height area in which to shoot.
Natural light from skylights runs the full length of the space.
Stable floor.
Pretty staircase.

Antique Furniture.
Unique and creative shooting space.
Styling | make up area and rail.
Brand new kitchen appliances.
Everything you need for your shoot.

3 stops from Liverpool Street Station.
Parking in the courtyard.
Plus free parking on surrounding streets.


Entrance size: 3m.
Space size: 8 x 13m.
Noise level: quiet during the week.
Plugs and power output: single phase power.
On-site parking: first come first served.
Street parking: depends on availability.
Toilets available.
Secure overnight storage.


Usually booked for

Baby Shower

Typically for 10-20 guests and costs about £900.


"Beautiful space, communicative friendly host, good location, amazing smelling bathroom..."

- Alice T. Aug 2025


Prices

Monday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Friday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
7:00 – 0:00
from £200–£300 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 – 19:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
19:00 – 0:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 20
  • Dining
    up to 20
  • Theatre
    up to 20
  • Boardroom
    up to 20
  • Cabaret
    up to 20
  • Classroom
    up to 20

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
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
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Plants and botanicals
  • Original Victorian Stable Floors
  • Small Terrace with evergreen planting
  • Double Height Space
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • 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

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

Please take care with the plants - they are fragile.
Please return all props to the original position.
Please remove all rubbish from the site at the end of the day - there are bins in the driveway for a reasonable amount of waste.
No alcohol to be consumed on site.
Children to be accompanied if going on the rear mezzanine.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(22 reviews and ratings - )

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Blanche O.
Verified review
Unusual Space · 20 guests · March 2026

This space was amazing! It was so beautiful and magical :) It was well designed and maintained. It had everything we needed. I had the most special.and intimate celebration... it was like out of an enchanted dream :) John and the staff were so kind and friendly... really made my day special.

5.0
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Hamish T.
Verified review
Stag Party · 17 guests · July 2026

Great space. John incredibly helpful throughout. Highly recommend putting on events there.

5.0
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Abida C.
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PR Event · 20 guests · December 2025

Hired the venue for a PR event, guests absolutely loved the place, John was very welcoming and easy to work with, had a great time.

5.0
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Alice T.
Verified review
Baby Shower · 17 guests · August 2025

Beautiful space, communicative friendly host, good location, amazing smelling bathroom

5.0

FAQ

Yes, a fridge, air fryer and microwave are available.

Yes. Glitter or confetti canons are not allowed in the studio; otherwise, decorations are fine.

Yes, there are plenty of chairs available for use.

Yes, the studio has hosted many live bands over the years.

Yes, there is a white cove where you can project images.


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About Clapton Tram

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John Bassam
Member of Tagvenue since November 2022
22 Reviews
4.9 Rating
1h Response time
100% Response rate

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