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SPACES FOR HIRE

Ugly Duck had a number of unique locations in London.
Our spaces were regularly used for film and photographic shoots, as well as conferences and product launches.
Ugly Duck worked with artists through our creative programme and time bank, providing low-cost or free space.

47/49 TANNER STREET

Located just outside of the Congestion Charge zone, and has on-site parking for up to 18 cars. It is a 10 minute walk from London Bridge and Bermondsey tube stations, making it a conveniently accessible location. 47/49 is a dry hire space

The venue contains 4 main indoors spaces and 2 outdoors spaces. These can be hired individually or together. Please note that we can only take bookings a maximum of 3 months in advance, and have a limited number of licensable events per year.

New Temporary management / hire: hello@4749studios.com

4 main indoors spaces
2 outdoors spaces
5 toilets
1 disabled toilet
car park
rooftop
max capacity: 500

The Hub

47/49 TANNER STREET

The Garage

47/49 TANNER STREET

The Loft

47/49 TANNER STREET

The Factory

47/49 TANNER STREET

THE TESTING WORKS

The Testing Works is a fantastic historical location, ideal for small unique photography and film shoots and small events. Located in the heart of London on Southwark Street, a 10 minute walk from Blackfriars and Southwark stations.

The two-storey museum was completed in 1874 and houses the world’s first Universal Testing Machine – built to test the strength of steel girders and other building materials. This 44-foot-long hydraulic press provides an iconic focal point for the main ground-floor space. Other pieces of machinery are scattered throughout the ground and basement floors.

20 chairs
small kitchenette
2 toilets
max capacity: 60
99 Southwark St,
London,
SE1 0JF

The Machine Room

THE TESTING WORKS

The Office

THE TESTING WORKS

The Corridor & The Workshop

THE TESTING WORKS

We are now closed

Ugly Duck’s ground floors HUB and GARAGE are both fully accessible. The access route for wheelchair users is via the car park into the Garage. We have one fully accessible toilet. All toilets are gender neutral. There are benches and chairs accessible in the space to sit down. If you need us to help facilitate your visit to Ugly Duck please contact us at general@uglyduck.org.uk and we will do our best to help you to plan your visit. Ugly Duck is run by queer and queer “friendly” staff. All of us have basic training in inclusivity and accessibility.
MISSION

Ugly Duck was a London-based arts organisation that supported under-represented voices and emerging artists.

Established in August 2012, its programme enabled makers, community groups, professionals, and the public to come together around unique cultural experiences and curated events.

Registered company: 08172025
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