Business Details
23 Years
experience
Professional Event Venue & Dance Studios in Hextable
The Howard Venue is a purpose-built performance centre established in 2003 through National Lottery Arts Council funding. Our facility offers versatile spaces for hire including four professional dance studios with Harlequin flooring, a conference room, multi-purpose rooms, dressing facilities, and a licensed bar. We cater to diverse needs ranging from community classes and fitness sessions to business meetings, rehearsals, and theatrical productions.Our commitment to accessibility and community engagement is demonstrated through our extensive programme of activities for all ages, from baby classes to senior citizen events. With free parking, modern amenities, and a dedicated team ensuring exceptional service, we provide a welcoming environment for both local residents and visiting professionals.
Services
Dance Studios
Event Hire
Community Classes
Conference Facilities
Filming Locations
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer versatile event spaces for hire since 2003
- Our staff provide exceptional customer service and support
- Professional-grade facilities with Harlequin dance floors
- Free parking and accessible amenities for all visitors
- Community-focused venue serving ages 0-100+
What people say
Lovely accessible venue
Spotless facilities
Helpful management team
Seamless booking process
Great cup of tea
Services
Dance Studios
Our four professional dance studios feature Harlequin flooring, mirrors, and climate control. Studio 1's black box design suits filming, while combined Studios 2 & 3 create a 216m performance space with tiered seating options. All studios include sound systems and technical equipment for rehearsals, exams, and productions.
Event Hire
Flexible spaces available hourly or daily for conferences, meetings, and social events. The conference room accommodates 30+ people with projector facilities, while studios host performances, fitness classes, and community activities. Technical support and adaptable layouts ensure successful events for up to 100+ attendees.
Community Classes
We provide weekly classes for all ages including dance, fitness, music, and creative workshops. Our programmes cater from babies to seniors, featuring Zumba, yoga, aerial trapeze, and Irish dance. Regular users praise our clean facilities, experienced instructors, and inclusive environment fostering community connections through arts and exercise.
Filming Locations
Studio 1's black box design with 6.25m ceiling suits photography and video production. Combined Studios 2 & 3 offer 216m with lighting grid for large-scale shoots. Clients benefit from sound systems, climate control, and technical support, with recent bookings including promotional videos for professional music acts requiring seamless production coordination.
Conference Facilities
Our conference room with boardroom furniture and projector system accommodates business meetings, training sessions, and small clubs. Measuring 6.8m x 5.8m with direct access to Studio 1, it provides flexible seating arrangements and technical equipment. Regular corporate users highlight efficient booking processes and staff support for monthly branch meetings and workshops.
People
Zoe Davies
Dance & Fitness Instructor
Teaching weekly classes at The Howard Venue for over a year, Zoe praises the professional environment and supportive team. She highlights the well-maintained studios and excellent community engagement opportunities through her sessions.
Petrina
Venue Manager
Leading the venue's operations, Petrina ensures smooth bookings and exceptional service. Clients commend her team's professionalism, with repeat bookings from entertainment companies requiring technical support and event coordination.
Natalie Kyne-Dinsdale
Academy Director
Running Irish dance classes and exams at the venue for 15 years, Natalie values the technical support and welcoming atmosphere. Her academy uses the space for regular classes and major performances with full production requirements.
Geoff
Branch Secretary
Organising monthly Royal British Legion meetings at the venue, Geoff appreciates the flexible room setup and staff assistance. He highlights the convenient booking process and availability of refreshments through the onsite bar.
Clair
Yoga Instructor
Leading Crest Yoga sessions, Clair praises the spacious, air-conditioned studios and ample parking. She notes the venue's accessibility features and family-friendly environment accommodating diverse community needs.
Questions
What types of spaces can I hire at The Howard Venue?
We offer four professional dance studios (including a black box filming studio), a conference room, multi-purpose rooms, and performance spaces suitable for events up to 100+ attendees.
Is The Howard Venue accessible for disabled visitors?
Our facility includes accessible entrances, changing facilities, and adaptable spaces. The building has level access throughout with designated parking spaces available adjacent to the entrance.
Can I book studio space for short-term projects?
Spaces are available for hire hourly, daily, or long-term. Our flexible booking system allows reservations through our website with options for regular weekly bookings or one-off sessions.
Does The Howard Venue have technical support for performances?
Yes, our technical team provides support for lighting, sound, and staging requirements. Studios 2 & 3 include a staged/tiered seating unit available for theatrical productions with advance booking.
Is parking available at The Howard Venue?
We provide free on-site parking for 50+ vehicles with additional street parking options. The car park has direct access to all venue entrances with designated disabled spaces.
What community activities are offered at The Howard Venue?
We host weekly classes for all ages including dance, fitness, music lessons, and creative workshops. Our programmes cater from babies to seniors with special events and seasonal activities throughout the year.
Reviews (4)
Joanna McGowan
Sep 25, 2020
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So helpful and willing to discuss your plans at length to ensure your project/class/event runs smoothly. Especially attentive to COVID regs, giving excellent guidance for your bookings and with clear signage in the building (one way system, hand sanitizer etc). Competitively priced and the service makes the venue stand out amongst others locally. Thanks very much! X
Darren Coleman
Jul 26, 2017
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An excellent venue offering fantastic performance space and a wide range of classes and community activities. Friendly and helpful staff too. Recommended.
Caroline Heffer
Dec 20, 2016
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A beautiful Venue to run my Slimming World Group from in Studio 1. Every Wednesday 5.30pm or 7.30pm and Thursday's 9.30am. Open 52 weeks of the year. Fantastic studios. Ample parking. A lovely place to visit and take part in one of the many different classes run from there. Come see us at The Howard !!
Faith Nwosu
Sep 14, 2016
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It is a fantastic venue for all events. My church use this place and it is awesome. Christ Embassy Bexley
