Café at Melanin Health & Wellness Community Centre

Cafe in a Community Centre
·
Private space
1 Bodley Way, London, SE17 1FN
Elephant & Castle Station (0.4 mi)

About this space

A community health and wellness centre and café organised around accessible, art-filled social spaces that double as informal work and meeting areas.

Design: A contemporary fit-out with high ceilings and exposed services, dark accent walls and large-scale artwork. The interior combines bold fabrics and colourful seating with pendant lighting and a visible mezzanine staircase.

Features: The venue has public Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, a PA system and speakers, and permits own music or an external DJ subject to the stated noise restrictions. The premises receive natural light and include step‑free access, wheelchair-accessible facilities and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Community groups and small teams needing a relaxed, social workspace for workshops, meetings or co‑working sessions.

What sets it apart: A long terrazzo communal table that serves as a shared workspace and central meeting point.

What guests say: The venue is welcoming and run by friendly, engaged hosts. The interior displays bold artwork and textiles and supports drop‑in workshops and all‑day working packages.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 40
Theatre
up to 35
Boardroom
up to 12
Cabaret
up to 15
U-Shaped
up to 20
Classroom
up to 15

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
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
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
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
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
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
Space has noise restriction after 22:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
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

- Any damage to the space and/or excessive cleaning required will result in an additional charge
- No smoking in the building
- All visitors must sign in and out
- The Lounge and Studio have a strict no food/drink policy

Booking is confirmed once we have received:
- Signed MHW Terms & Conditions
- Completed risk assessment
- Copy of current Public Liability Insurance (PLI) or signed legal waiver (if applicable)
- Full payment of hire and, if applicable, any additional fees (equipment, catering etc.)

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(18 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KM
Kady M.
Verified review
Event Space · 45 guests · January 2026
We enjoyed every moment at cafe melanin health & wellness. The staff were nice and very welcoming and professional.
4.2
RW
Rian W.
Verified review
40th Birthday Party · 8 guests
Gorgeous venue!! The space is perfect for small gatherings. The decor is lovely and the staff are phenomenal!
5.0
YK
Yakshan K.
Verified review
Meeting · 40 guests · June 2026
The layout and the vibe was a very good vibe.
4.3
HL
House L.
Verified review
Cafe · 30 guests · April 2026
Design of the space, accessible, beautiful decor, costs, easy to manage, multiple purpose, positive feedback from our attendees - would definitely use this space again
- Volume of the projector/speaker could have been slightly louder but this wasn’t major - Earlier communication about faulty equipment - the issue was resolved on the day of the event
4.8

FAQ

Yes, DJs are permitted, but sound levels must not exceed 34 dBA and background noise must not exceed 24 dBA.

Yes, the Café would be best suited, and seating can be accommodated near a screen for presentations.

Yes, we’ve attached a few photos with some set-up variations, including one of our community cinema, which we hope will be helpful.

Yes, the lights can be dimmed. Candles are not allowed due to fire safety, but battery-operated alternatives may be used.

Yes. The Community Hub offers two spaces, the Lounge and the Café, which can be hired either separately or together.


#Supervenue program is based on our customers' feedback and highlights venues that are most dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality, customer service and event experience. Read more
Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 99%

About Melanin Health & Wellness Community Centre

Melanin Health & Wellness Community Centre is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue


Location

Location map

Meet your host

Melanin Health & Wellness
Member of Tagvenue since August 2025
18 Reviews
4.7 Rating
1h Response time
100% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.