Hason Raja Centre hire information
Discover how the community centre can be used and key information about size and capacity of the community centre.
Venue Information
80
maximum capacity
89
Available indoor space
Disabled access and toilets
12
Tables (up to 6 per table)
Kitchen space available
Garden space available
Disabled access and toilets
Floorplan
Nearest Overground and Underground stations
Nearest Bus Stop & Bus Route
Car parking at Hasa Raja Centre
You can park your vehicle off of Vallance Road, Pedley Street or in localised car parks. To unload your vehicle you may temporarily stop at the corner of Pedley Street and the Hason Raja Centre entrance. This map indicates localised car parks near the Hason Raja Centre.
Using the Hason Raja Centre
The Hason Raja Centre (HRC) serves as important gathering place for local communities, providing a wide range of activities, services, and resources.
Please note that specific uses and offerings at Hason Raja Centre vary and any new volunteer-led initiatives will have to be approved by SHA staff. If you’re interested in utilising or learning more about Hason Raja Centre or volunteer opportunities, please speak with a member of staff.
Common uses and purpose of the centre
The community centre is available for standard hire or private hire. Here are a few common uses of the centre:
Celebration parties
You can host many different celebratory events including Mendhi/Henna parties, birthday parties and baby showers.
Recreational activities
We offer spaces and facilities for various recreational activities such as sports, fitness classes, dance lessons, arts and crafts, and hobbies.
Educational programme
Host public programmes and workshops with us, like classes, tutoring services, computer training, and language courses on various topics such as health, finance, or parenting.
Exhibitions
Our venue is a perfect platform to showcase talent and enrich the life of the community with cultural events, exhibitions, small theatre performances and other creative endeavours.
Conferences
Planning your next conference in London? Our venue has the equipment to deliver to your needs and can accommodate up to 80 guests.
Corporate meetings
Our venue is well equipped for local organisations, clubs, businesses, or individuals to host meetings, conferences, workshops, community gatherings, and private bookings.
Community services
Organise grassroots services for the local community, such as a food hub, job training programmes, or health and wellness initiatives to address specific needs and promote overall well-being.
Charity events
We welcome non-profit organisation in the hosting of charity events like fundraising galas, exhibitions, conferences and seminars.
General availability for bookings:
| Day | Availability |
|---|---|
| Mondays | 10am – 2pm (4hr) |
| Tuesdays | 2pm – 5pm (3hr) |
| Wednesdays | 3pm – 5pm (2hr) |
| Thursdays | 3pm – 6pm (3hr) |
| Fridays | 9am – 4pm (7hr) |
| Saturdays | 2pm – 6pm (4hr) Can be extended late subject to staff availability |
| Sundays | 2pm – 6pm (4hr) Can be extended late subject to staff availability |
Venue hire prices
Under standard hire, the venue space may be shared with other bookings under two separate rooms (venue spaces 1 and 2).
If you require the whole venue space for your event or running it over the weekend, private hire will guarantee you secure both venue spaces for the duration of your event.
Standard hire (Weekdays only)
| Customer type | Price (min. 2 hours) | Damage deposit |
|---|---|---|
| SHA residents and charities | £40/h (from £80) | £100 |
| Non-residents and community groups | £50/h (from £100) | £100 |
| Corporate | £60/hr (from £120) | £100 |
Private hire (7 days a week)
| Customer type | Price (min. 5 hours) | Damage deposit |
|---|---|---|
| SHA residents and charities | £60/h (from £300) | £200 |
| Non-residents and community groups | £70/h (from £350) | £200 |
| Corporate | £80/hr (from £400) | £200 |
| Additional areas access | Price for duration of event |
|---|---|
| Kitchen area* (no cooker use) | £20 (free for private hire) |
| with cooker use permit | additional £50 (£70 total for standard hire) |
| Garden area | £100 |
| with inflatables/gazebos permit** | additional £50 (£150 total) |
*Access to the sink, hot water dispenser, microwave, and food serving in the kitchen. Cooker use requires an additional cooker use permit.
**This permit grants the use of a gazebo or inflatable play equipment in the garden, and can only be booked with Garden use. Due to HSE regulations, these are subject to weather conditions and should be set up by an approved supplier. Please read the T&Cs for more information.
- 25% Deposit is required to secure a reservation of the Venue, with full payment and a separate Damage Deposit taken in full 14 days before the event.
- Cancellations less than 30 days before the event will incur some charges, please read our terms and conditions for more details.
- For health and fire safety regulations, the venue has a maximum capacity of 80 people (adults or children) at any given time.
- The use of the kitchen and garden areas is not included in standard hire bookings (and garden areas under private hire); these are additional areas that need to be requested as part of your booking.
Additional facilities and add-ons:
TV (option: with laptop):
£30
Interactive TV:
£125 (damage deposit: £100)
Pool table:
£125 (damage deposit £100)
Table tennis:
£100 (damage deposit £100)
PA system:
£25
Garden (only until 7:30pm):
£100
Our step-by-step booking process
Please see our step-by-step booking process below. If you have any questions, contact us or visit our FAQs page.
Check availability and book time slot
Fill in the form below with your requirements or email hello@spitalfieldsha.co.uk, or call 020 7392 5400 with the date(s) and time of your preference. We will get in touch with you regarding the community centre’s availability for hire.
A staff member will email you back, after checking the HRC calendar, the main tenant’s calendar, and staff availability.
Provide photographic ID
Before you can hire the community centre, we must receive a copy of your photographic ID, such as a passport or drivers licence.
Pay for your booking
The staff member will give you instructions on how to make a payment to secure your booking. Calculate the hall hire cost, including the damage deposit of £150, and any additional facilities, eg. kitchen use, PA system, garden use. Once the full payment amount is agreed with the staff member, make payment. You should reply back by email (to hello@spitalfieldsha.co.uk) with a receipt/screensaver as proof of payment. £150 damage deposit is payable in advance – subject to checks and no damage, this amount is usually reimbursed. Email SHA Finance via finance@spitalfieldsha.co.uk if you have any questions or issues regarding payment. Let the staff member know if you would like to split your payment. It’s advisable to pay the full amount up front, though you can choose to pay 50% of your payment up front, with the full amount payable 48 hours before the start of your event.
Sign terms and conditions form
Once the payment is confirmed, the staff member will email you to confirm your entire booking by email. A online Terms and Conditions link will be sent to you to view and sign.
Booked your event? Follow these steps to prepare for it:
Prepare for your event
To ensure that your event runs smoothly, it’s good practice to have a few volunteers from your side to help your visitors on the day. Incase they run low at larger gatherings, it’s worth bringing along some extra toilet rolls, cleaning products, cloths and black bin bags for cleaning up once your event has finished.
Checking in to the community centre
A staff member is expected to be at the HRC 20 minutes before the start of your event. Please factor in extra time to set up a stage, for your seating layout and for any specific deliveries in advance of your event. On arrival, the staff member will give the main booking party an induction, run through health and safety, and the emergency evacuation plan.
Checking out of the community centre
Booking parties are expected to clean up and be out by the end of the booking time. All surfaces must be clean, clear and made safe. Please take all rubbish away with you and dispose of them safely. Please factor in at least 30 minutes for clean up time with your volunteer help. HRC should be in the same state as it was found.
Make an enquiry or book an event
Got a question about our venue or would like to book an event? Get in touch by contacting us today.
Alternative ways to contact us:
Call us:
020 7392 5400
(Monday to Friday 10:00am till 5:30pm)
020 7392 5400
(Monday to Friday 10:00am till 5:30pm)
Visit the Hason Raja Centre:
117 Vallance Road, Whitechapel,
London E1 5BW
117 Vallance Road, Whitechapel,
London E1 5BW
