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Arch 29 at The Africa Centre

Arch 29, Old Union Yard Arches, 229 Union Street, London, Greater London, SE1 0UR

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Hire price: £130–£150per hour
Capacity: 90guests maximum
Rooms: 2bookable spaces
Kitchen: No kitchennot available

Hire from

£130per hour

Up to £150, depending on the room and occasion

Arch29 hourly hire, Monday–Thursday£130
Arch29 hourly hire, Friday–Sunday£150

Capacity: Up to 90
Spaces: 2 to book

Check availability See every hire rate

Directions

Prices as published by the venue, checked 28 days ago. Confirm with them before you book.

About this venue

Arch 29 is a separate Africa Centre event venue in Old Union Yard Arches at 229 Union Street, London. The operator lists two spaces, a 90-person capacity, Wi-Fi, toilets, air conditioning, AV with a portable screen or projector, and 70 chairs. Published hire is £130/hour Monday–Thursday or £150/hour Friday–Sunday, with a three-hour minimum and 20% VAT added; 8–12-hour hires are £1,040 or £1,200 before VAT. The Africa Centre’s August 2026 FAQ says its Arch29 annex remains open while its main building is temporarily closed. Use the official Arch29 page or Tagvenue booking route to check dates, the current quote, access, and the exact entrance.

Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.No
Bar on siteOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
StageOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Garden or outdoor spaceOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Step-free accessOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
ToiletsOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Accessible toiletOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
Amplified music allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Late licence availableOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Bouncy castles allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Dog friendlyOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Projector or screenOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes

Also features

air conditioning
two spaces available (names not published)
portable AV screen/projector with Africa Centre support
70 chairs included
visual arts exhibitions, networking, training, photo shoots/filming, panels and discussions
Tagvenue describes a ground floor and mezzanine across two levels

Good for

Exhibitions & fairs
Meetings
Classes & courses
Conferences

Rooms and pricing

Hire rates and the spaces you can book.

Hire rates

Arch29 hourly hire, Monday–Thursday
Standard
Published 9 March 2026. Minimum three-hour charge. 20% VAT is added to all invoices. Community and charity rates are available; confirm the current quote.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£130 per hour
Arch29 hourly hire, Friday–Sunday
Standard
Published 9 March 2026. Minimum three-hour charge. 20% VAT is added to all invoices. Community and charity rates are available; confirm the current quote.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£150 per hour
Arch29 hire, 8–12 hours, Monday–Thursday
Standard
Published rate for hires of 8 hours and over, up to 12 hours. 20% VAT is added to all invoices.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£1,040 per day
Arch29 hire, 8–12 hours, Friday–Sunday
Standard
Published rate for hires of 8 hours and over, up to 12 hours. 20% VAT is added to all invoices.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£1,200 per day

Bookable spaces

Ground floor
Mezzanine

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Hire from

£130per hour

Up to £150, depending on the room and occasion

Arch29 hourly hire, Monday–Thursday£130
Arch29 hourly hire, Friday–Sunday£150

Capacity: Up to 90
Spaces: 2 to book

Check availability See every hire rate

Directions

Prices as published by the venue, checked 28 days ago. Confirm with them before you book.

Contact and location

Official website
Arch 29, Old Union Yard Arches, 229 Union Street, London, Greater London, SE1 0UR
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Sources & checks

Last checked 17 October 2026

Information taken from www.tagvenue.com, www.africacentre.org.uk, moderngov.southwark.gov.uk, moderngov.southwark.gov.uk, www.africacentre.org.uk, www.africacentre.org.uk, register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk, www.africacentre.org.uk, www.africacentre.org.uk, www.openstreetmap.org.

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£130/hr

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About this venue

Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.No
Bar on siteOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
StageOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Garden or outdoor spaceOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Step-free accessOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
ToiletsOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Accessible toiletOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Conditional
Amplified music allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Late licence availableOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Bouncy castles allowedOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed
Dog friendlyOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Not confirmed

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes
Projector or screenOfficial page confirms Wi-Fi, toilets, portable screen/projector, licensed premises to 11pm and 70 chairs. Tagvenue says wheelchair access/accessible toilets at ground level but no lift, no guest kitchen, no in-house alcohol and no BYO alcohol; verify route, furniture and licensing conditions.Yes

Also features

air conditioning
two spaces available (names not published)
portable AV screen/projector with Africa Centre support
70 chairs included
visual arts exhibitions, networking, training, photo shoots/filming, panels and discussions
Tagvenue describes a ground floor and mezzanine across two levels

Good for

Exhibitions & fairs
Meetings
Classes & courses
Conferences

Rooms and pricing

Hire rates and the spaces you can book.

Hire rates

Arch29 hourly hire, Monday–Thursday
Standard
Published 9 March 2026. Minimum three-hour charge. 20% VAT is added to all invoices. Community and charity rates are available; confirm the current quote.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£130 per hour
Arch29 hourly hire, Friday–Sunday
Standard
Published 9 March 2026. Minimum three-hour charge. 20% VAT is added to all invoices. Community and charity rates are available; confirm the current quote.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£150 per hour
Arch29 hire, 8–12 hours, Monday–Thursday
Standard
Published rate for hires of 8 hours and over, up to 12 hours. 20% VAT is added to all invoices.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£1,040 per day
Arch29 hire, 8–12 hours, Friday–Sunday
Standard
Published rate for hires of 8 hours and over, up to 12 hours. 20% VAT is added to all invoices.
Source: www.africacentre.org.uk
£1,200 per day

Bookable spaces

Ground floor
Mezzanine

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