Printworks

 THE VANWAY

The Vanway once housed the final stage of the printing process, where vans would collect newspapers hot o the press for UK distribution. With all original features, and accessed through large, industrial shutter doors, The Vanway is an excellent venue for unique product launches and performances.

 PUBLISHING

Publishing was referred to as ‘The Chapel’ in its factory days and still retains original machinery in its ceiling, providing the perfect industrial backdrop for events. With ample power and operational flexibility, this unique space offers the ability to deliver small to large-scale productions, fantastic for filming and experiential events.

 HSBC

HSBC stands for ‘High Speed Bagging Company’ and once housed a huge production line for the insertion of CDs, magazines and leaflets into the newspapers by hand. At 2,244 sq. m, this is the largest open floor space within the Printworks complex. Hire of HSBC also includes a number of smaller offices overlooking the space, ideal for production teams and smaller meetings.

 REEL STORAGE

Reel Storage was built as an extension of the factory to store reels of paper, which is why its interior is more polished than the other warehouses. It offers almost 935 sq. m of open space and an impressive 6.7m ceiling height, making it popular as a main plenary for conferences.

CONTAINER YARD

Container Yard offers 998 sq. m of outdoor space and is enclosed by large black shipping containers, providing the ideal urban backdrop for festival style events featuring street food vendors.

THE PRESS HALLS

The Press Halls are the jewel in Printworks’ crown
and retain original printing press machinery and industrial features. The space is soundproof as it once printed papers 24-hours a day, seven days a week. It is comprised of two areas; The Live Box and Main Hall, when combined offer 3,328 sq. m of floor space that can accommodate larger scale events.

CONTROL ROOM

Control Room was once the plate making workshop in the print factory and is now a newly refurbished VIP room with slick furnishings and bespoke steel structure bars. Offering 760 sq. m of versatile space, Control Room is ideal for private receptions, filming, intimate dinners and training sessions.