About Unit 58
A working creative arts hub with 16 music and multimedia studios surrounding a double-height warehouse event space — Unit 58 in Tottenham is not a venue that hires out an empty room. The studios bring a resident creative community, the programming runs from underground club nights to immersive art exhibitions, and the venue’s reputation on London’s independent music scene gives it a cultural credibility that purpose-built hire spaces can’t replicate. Acts including IDLES and D Double E have performed here.
The main space holds 275–300 standing beneath 25-foot ceilings, flanked by two mezzanines and lit by two rows of large skylights. Original steel trusses support the roof. A Full Function 1 sound system and complete DJ equipment are included in every hire — no additional audio costs. The 5am licence on Fridays and Saturdays is one of the latest in North London.
The Main Space
The performance and event area measures 12 metres by 8 metres at its widest, extending to 13 metres under the mezzanine overhang. Double-height ceilings with skylights flood the space with natural light during the day — strong for fashion shoots, photography, and daytime events — while the industrial character and professional sound system create serious atmosphere after dark. The elevated stage area behind the DJ position and the two mezzanines overlooking the main floor create a natural 360-degree dynamic for music events, with balconies and railings providing excellent multi-camera angles for filming.Facilities at Unit 58
Ground-floor access with large double doors handles load-in and production requirements. The venue includes male and female toilets, two sink areas, a lounge area, cloakroom, green room for artists, and an outdoor terrace with seating and awning. Parking accommodates 2–4 cars on-site. For productions requiring dressing rooms, rehearsal space, or technical preparation areas, the adjacent studios and green room provide infrastructure that most warehouse venues lack.Licence and Hire
Alcohol licensing runs Friday and Saturday from 2pm to 5am, and Thursday from 6pm to 1am, with additional hours available by arrangement. That late licence is the defining operational advantage for club nights, launch parties, and celebrations that need to run into the early hours. External catering is allowed alongside the venue’s own options, giving events flexibility on food. The zero-tolerance discrimination policy reflects the venue’s roots in London’s independent arts and music community.Getting to Unit 58
Tottenham Hale station on the Victoria Line is seven minutes’ walk — a single tube line but a fast one, with direct connections to King’s Cross in under ten minutes. The N17 location means hire costs sit well below central London equivalents for comparable raw warehouse space, and the cultural credibility of the venue’s programming adds value that a cheaper postcode alone doesn’t.Capacity at Unit 58
Standing
300
Seated
100
Dining
50
Theatre
100
Cabaret
100
Boardroom
50
Classroom
90
Unit 58 Features
Catering
In-house Catering
Approved Caterers Only
Alcohol Provided
Halal Menu
Kosher Menu
Vegan Menu
Gluten-Free Menu
Free Tea & Coffee
Complimentary Water
Facilities
WiFi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA System / Speakers
Conference Call Facilities
Flipchart
Whiteboard
Natural Light
Air Conditioning
Stage
Cloakroom
Storage Space
Accommodation
Entertainment
Play Own Music
External DJ Allowed
Noise Restrictions Apply
Quiet Space
Licensing
Late Licence
Licence Extension Option
Wedding Licence
Promoted Events Allowed
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Ground Floor Venue
Free On-site Parking
Paid Parking Nearby
What Works at Unit 58
Unit 58 can host a wide range of events including:
30th Birthday Party
40th Birthday Party
50th Birthday Party
AGM
Anniversary Party
Awards Ceremony
Awards Dinner
Away Day
Baby Shower
Banquet
Bar Mitzvah
Bat Mitzvah
Birthday Party
Breakfast Meeting
Charity Dinner
Charity Event
Christmas Dinner
Christmas Party
Cocktail Party
Concert
Conference
Corporate Event
Corporate Party
Dinner
Drinks Reception
Engagement Party
Exhibition
Fashion Show
Hen Party
Launch Event
Leaving Party
Media Event
Meeting / Seminar
Networking Event
New Year's Eve Party
Pop Up Event
Presentation
Press Conference
Private Dining
Product Launch
Promotional Event
Retirement Party
Stag Party
Summer Party
Team Building
Trade Show
Wedding Reception
Workshop
Xmas Party
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