An event venue with exposed brick exterior, metal staircase, and large Malthouse signage at Boathouse Studios, Barking.
A function room with exposed brick walls, large arched windows, and open floor space at Boathouse Studios, Barking.
A function room with round tables covered in black linens, black chairs, a flat screen, and flip chart at Boathouse Studios, Barking.
A dance studio with mirrored walls, exposed brick, stacked chairs, and natural light at Boathouse Studios, Barking.

Boathouse Studios, Barking

Event Venue

#12 of 428 Baby Shower venues in North East London
#51 of 1400 Kids Party venues in London
  155 reviews  – 
62 - 76 Abbey Road, London, IG11 7BT –
Barking Station (0.6 mi)
From £55
hire fee
Up to 160
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking available
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Julie Wedge
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Venue overview

Converted warehouse venue on the River Roding in Barking, featuring exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and lots of natural light. Perfect for weddings, performances, and vibrant celebrations.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Boathouse Studios, Barking

The Blue Anchor at Boathouse Studios, Barking
The Blue Anchor
Blank Canvas
·
Private space
60 seats
65 standing
The Blue Anchor is a light, flexible studio space that suits professional hires just as well as private events. With capacity for up to 65 guests. It’s ideal for meetings, workshops, training days and conferences - as well as birthdays, baby showers, weddings, mehndis, community events and more. The space has a clean, welcoming feel with white pla...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £55 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
Randells at Boathouse Studios, Barking
Randells
Meeting Room
·
Private space
40 seats
50 standing
The Randells Studio is a beautifully refurbished, light filled creative studio within The Boathouse, an artist led cultural venue in Barking’s historic Ice House Creative Quarter. Designed for meetings, training days, workshops and away days, the space offers a calm and characterful alternative to traditional corporate venues. With exposed brick, ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £55 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor at Boathouse Studios, Barking
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
Dance Studio
·
Private space
160 seats
200 standing
A wide, open rectangular studio with a smooth grey floor, exposed brick along the window wall and white-finished internal walls. The ceiling is mid-height with exposed beams and steel support columns; daylight enters through a row of arched windows and is supplemented by fluorescent strip lighting. Room features: On-site PA and wall-length mirrors...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £95 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
The Jolly Fisherman at Boathouse Studios, Barking
The Jolly Fisherman
Meeting Room
·
Private space
15 seats
Long, narrow studio with a high ceiling, white-painted walls and a carpeted floor that provides a plain, functional finish. Tall proportions and modest natural daylight keep the space bright and uncluttered. Room features: Projector, flatscreen TV, whiteboard and flipchart are provided, and a PA system with speakers is installed for amplified sess...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £350 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.7
Amenities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.5
Service quality
4.7
Value for money
4.7
Catering
4.8
Communication
4.9
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
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Marie J.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 35 guests · August 2025 · The Fishing Smack
Friendly staff , perfect location. Good parking very safe.
Nothing to dislike, you pay an extra 60 as an admin fee , wasn't too kin on that but helpful staff with bouncy castle really helped me out!
4.7
MH
Melissa H.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 70 guests · May 2025 · The Fishing Smack
Customer service - flexible, attentive, approachable, great sense of humour. Space was beautiful. Lots of available furniture, a speaker, fairy lights all included in the cost. Transport links perfectly suitable.
NA
5.0
KH
Kelis H.
Verified review
Party · 80 guests · April 2025 · The Fishing Smack
The venue is lovely amazing staff that were very helpful overall and amazing experience for my baby shower will definitely be hiring this space again in the future
4.9
CC
Christ C.
Verified review
Hall · 25 guests · March 2025 · The Blue Anchor
Amazing venue. Great response times. Exactly what we were looking for! Thank you Julie!
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £55–£95 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £95 hire fee per hour
The Jolly Fisherman
8:00 – 17:00
from £350–£600 hire fee
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £55–£95 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £95 hire fee per hour
The Jolly Fisherman
8:00 – 17:00
from £350–£600 hire fee
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £55–£95 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £95 hire fee per hour
The Jolly Fisherman
8:00 – 17:00
from £350–£600 hire fee
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £55–£95 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £55 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £95 hire fee per hour
The Jolly Fisherman
8:00 – 17:00
from £350–£600 hire fee
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£125 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £105–£125 hire fee per hour
The Jolly Fisherman
8:00 – 17:00
from £350–£600 hire fee
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£125 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £105–£125 hire fee per hour
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£125 hire fee per hour
The Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Randells
8:00 – 23:00
from £60–£75 hire fee per hour
Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor
8:00 – 23:00
from £105–£125 hire fee per hour
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 200
standing
Up to 160
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available

About Boathouse Studios, Barking

Boathouse Studios, Barking is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

An unusual and quirky riverside multi-purpose venue offering four flexible studios for a variety of business, corporate and private celebration events.

Our studios have sprung floors and offer a blank canvas that can be transformed to suit your needs. This peaceful 'get-away-from-it-all' offers great privacy.

Its urban warehouse feel with exposed brick walls gives it a contemporary feel. It's the perfect setting for people who want the freedom to create their own space in their own way, and stamp their individuality. We have a 'yes and' approach to events and if we can help you to make your idea work we'll do our best to make things possible. You can bring in your own decor, catering and entertainment. We have free parking after 5pm on weekdays and all weekend. :)

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 50-75 guests and costs about £300.

"Friendly staff , perfect location. Good parking very safe."

- Marie J. Aug 2025

Usually booked for
Kids Party

Typically for 50-65 guests and costs about £700.

"The Boathouse studios is a lovely venue and is very clean. The staff are helpful throughout the whole proceed."

- Sabha A. Dec 2024

FAQ

Yes, you are welcome to arrange your own catering and bring alcohol into the venue, although a corkage fee would apply, which can be discussed with the venue.

No, the space is on the first floor and there is a lift for anyone with access difficulties.

Yes, children need to be included in the total guest numbers.

It would be better to contact the venue directly, as this is for potential bookings.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Boathouse Studios, Barking, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Free parking is available on-site: 40 spaces
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Boathouse Studios, Barking:

  • The Blue Anchor hosting 60 guests: £350
  • Randells hosting 50 guests: £642
  • Fishing Smack & Blue Anchor hosting 100 guests: £1309.07

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Boathouse Studios, Barking is located at 62 - 76 Abbey Road, in Barking, London. The nearest metro station is Barking Station.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Marie J. rated it 4.7/5 stars
    'Friendly staff , perfect location. Good parking very safe.'
  • Melissa H. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Customer service - flexible, attentive, approachable, great sense of humour. Space was beautiful. Lots of available furniture, a speaker, fairy lights all included in the cost. Transport links perfectly suitable.'

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