Melanin Health & Wellness

Community Centre

#3 of 128 Conference venues in Southwark Borough
#20 of 892 Creative Space venues in Central London
  20 reviews  – 
1 Bodley Way, Elephant and Castle, Southwark, London, SE17 1FN –
Elephant & Castle Station (0.4 mi)
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Spaces for hire at Melanin Health & Wellness

Café
Cafe
·
Private space
40 seats
60 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
An inviting medley of seating perfect for casual catch-ups and team brainstorms, featuring a show-stopping communal table for deep dives and workshops, plus a trendy café counter for that caffeine boost. Complimentary WiFi, a Dolby surround sound system and automatic projector screen is available upon request and included in the hire. Booking req...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music

Lounge
Event Space
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Semi-private area
30 seats
40 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
In The Lounge, soaring ceilings and windows that slide open wide team up to invite the sun and breeze for a dance, while a giant monitor stands by for your grand presentation debut, and plush carpet lays down the chill vibes for yoga or meditation magic. A wall-mounted TV monitor is available for your presentation and/or conference. This serene an...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music

Recording & Editing Studio
Podcast Studio
·
Private space
5 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
A compact studio bursting with sound wizardry: prime acoustic treatment, ideal for podcasts, voiceovers, music, and video post, available dry or wet hire, all within a quiet, secure, and ground-floor retreat. For each hire we require: - Signed MHW Terms & Conditions - Completed risk assessment - Copy of current Public Liability Insurance (PLI) or ...

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities

Reviews and ratings

4.7
6 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
8 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and catering
Amenities
4.6
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.5
Value for money
4.6
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.6
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 · Café
We enjoyed every moment at cafe melanin health & wellness. The staff were nice and very welcoming and professional.
4.2
SO
Shomi O.
Verified review
Meeting · 35 guests · September 2026 · Café
Natalie was incredibly friendly and helpful. Her response time was efficient and gave useful suggestions. The venue was ideal for what we used it for and gave the perfect atmosphere. We hosted around 30 people and it fit us well.
At times it did get a bit warm, there is air conditioning, but we weren’t completely sure how to increase and decrease. A pamphlet with that information would be useful. The venue is reasonably priced but the extra add ons do bump it up a bit, so worth considering depending on how long you require the venue for
4.7
A
Aisha
Verified review
Networking · 41 guests · Networking
Beautiful, and clean space. Organisers were pleasant to work with and quick at responding. Great location central and only a few mins walk from underground
I wish the space is larger.
5.0
RW
Rian W.
Verified review
40th Birthday Party · 8 guests · 40th Birthday Party
Gorgeous venue!! The space is perfect for small gatherings. The decor is lovely and the staff are phenomenal!
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour
Sunday
9:00 – 22:00
from £35–£70 hire fee per hour
Lounge
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Café
9:00 – 22:00
from £70 hire fee per hour
Recording & Editing Studio
9:00 – 22:00
from £35 hire fee per hour

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 60
standing
Up to 40
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Melanin Health & Wellness

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

Just steps from Elephant Park, our vibrant community venue combines design flair with endless possibilities. Whether you’re hosting a meeting, workshop, or team escape, our flexible ground-floor space adapts to bring your vision to life.

The venue features:
- Versatile event space: A spacious, adaptable floor plan that can be split into two zones, the Café and the Lounge, each comfortably accommodating up to 40 guests.
- Dedicated small recording/editing studio: Perfect for podcasts, voiceovers, or creative projects. We have a diverse range of equipment, as well access to engineers, which you can hire in addition to the studio booking rate.
- Tech-ready setup: WiFi, a large flat-screen wall monitor, projector, and surround sound system, all included to support presentations, screenings, or hybrid meetings.

Availability:
- Monday to Sunday from 9am–10pm.

Whether you’re planning a product launch, community meet-up, workshop, or creative event, our venue provides a welcoming and professional environment in one of London’s most central neighbourhoods.

For each hire we require:
- Signed MHW Terms & Conditions
- Completed risk assessment
- Copy of current Public Liability Insurance (PLI) or signed legal waiver (if applicable)
- Separate refundable £250 (£500 for Studio hire) deposit must be paid to us directly prior to your hire date.

**As part of our commitment to giving back, we keep our venue hire rates affordable to make our space accessible to everyone. All profits from venue hire are reinvested into projects delivered by our CIC, directly benefiting the local community we serve.

**As we operate as a public café and must comply with strict food hygiene and safety standards, a self-catering fee applies if you choose to bring your own catering. This helps maintain our standards and cover additional cleaning.

**Photo/filming hire: contact us for a quote.

**All our policies are available upon request.

Usually booked for
Meeting

Typically for 20-40 guests and costs between £250 - £550.


"The layout and the vibe was a very good vibe."

- Yakshan K. Jun 2026

Usually booked for
Workshop

Typically for 20-35 guests and costs about £2,200.


"The service was was on point, flexible and catered to our needs and things that we did not think of."

- Dennora W. Mar 2026

Usually booked for
Birthday Dinner

Typically for 20-35 guests and costs about £250.


"The space was very cozy and suitable for the event I hosted."

- Chisom N. Dec 2025

FAQ

Yes. Drinks can be ordered separately during the event, while snacks and light bites are displayed on the Café counter.

The venue offers two flexible hire spaces, the Lounge and the Café, which can be booked separately or together. The Lounge has a strict no food or drinks policy, and all activities, including set-up and clearing down, must take place within the booked hire period.

Yes, guests under 18 are welcome, provided they are accompanied by adults.

Yes, we work closely with our catering suppliers by sharing your preferences with them. They then provide a selection of options for you to review and choose from.

Yes, seating and tables are included in the hire cost.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Melanin Health & Wellness, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Melanin Health & Wellness:

  • Café hosting 35 guests: £486
  • Lounge hosting 20 guests: £120

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

Melanin Health & Wellness is located at 1 Bodley Way, in Walworth, London. The nearest metro station is Elephant & Castle Station.

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