The Premises Studios

What The Premises Studios does

The Premises Studios Ltd is a privately held London music studio complex operating from three neighbouring buildings at 209 Hackney Road in the Hackney/Shoreditch creative district. Founded in 1986 and controlled since 1996 by CEO Viv Broughton, the company runs 24 studios comprising 8 acoustically treated rehearsal rooms (Studios 1-8), 15 long-let permanent studios for producers/songwriters, and Studio A — Europe's first solar-powered professional recording studio equipped with an SSL AWS 900 console, Pro Tools HDX, ATC SCM25a monitors, and a vintage outboard/microphone library.

The business operates a diversified, facility-based revenue model rather than a software or platform model. Revenue streams include hourly/session rehearsal hire (£60-£288), recording session fees on Studio A, monthly long-let studio subscriptions, recurring equipment storage fees for 35+ band cages, an annual membership programme (£30/year), an on-site cafe/bistro serving Turkish and Latin cuisine, a tour shop, and music courses delivered through the affiliated Premises Music Education Programme (PMEP) charity. Pricing is pay-as-you-go for most services, with quote-based rates for recording and long-let deals; booking runs through phone, email, and same-day walk-ins for members.

The Premises serves professional musicians, rehearsing bands, long-let creative tenants, aspiring student musicians, and local schools via Hackney Music Services and Tower Hamlets Music Services. Its customer roster spans Radiohead, Blur, Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, Dua Lipa, Florence & The Machine, Michael Kiwanuka, and Mercury Prize winners Arlo Parks and Ezra Collective. The company is differentiated by 40 years of cultural heritage, a multi-use campus model creating community cross-sell, pioneering green credentials (solar-powered studio, Triodos banking), and education outreach through PMEP. No public financials beyond an estimated £500k turnover stated in a 2012 press release are disclosed.

Name

The Premises Studios

Legal name

The Premises Studios Ltd

Website

https://premisesstudios.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Premises Studios is a privately held, 40-year-old London music complex on Hackney Road offering 24 studios (rehearsal, recording, long-let), Europe's first solar-powered recording studio, equipment storage, a cafe, and education programmes serving professional musicians, bands, and aspiring students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Music Recording & Rehearsal Studios

NAICS

Sound Recording Industries (5122)

akta.pro primary industry

Recording Studios (Commercial, Project, Mobile) (MPAIAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Rehearsal & Pre-Production Studios (Rehearsal Rooms, Backline) (MPAIAHAK), Production Management & Studio Support Services (Studio Managers, Techs) (MPAIAHAO)

Keywords

• Recording studio services
• Rehearsal studio hire
• Music education programs
• Equipment storage rental
• Long-let studio spaces

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Rehearsal Studio Hire: Hourly and session-based rental of 8 professionally equipped rehearsal studios. Pricing varies by room size (small, medium, large) and duration. Lockout packages available for extended use.
2. Recording Studio A: Professional recording services in solar-powered Studio A with SSL console, engineers, and full production capabilities. Includes podcast and filming services.
3. Long-Let Studios: Monthly rental of permanent studio spaces to producers, songwriters, and creative businesses. Includes natural light, air conditioning, wifi, and access during studio hours.
4. Equipment Storage: On-site storage cages for bands and musicians. Temporary and contractual options available. Over 30 storage cages on premises.
5. Cafe & Bistro: On-site cafe serving Turkish and Latin cuisine, English breakfast, grill platters, cocktails, and bar. Open Mon-Sat 8am-10pm, Sun 8am-5pm.
6. Music Education Courses: Workshops and courses in jazz piano, bass, drums, vocals, and songwriting. Includes Piano Recording Week (£395), Jazz Piano Performance Course (£285), Ralph Rolle masterclass (£35/£25 students).
7. Membership: Annual membership at £30 providing 10% discount on cafe meals, 20% haircut discount at on-site salon, same-day booking access, and discounted hourly rates from £5.
8. Tour Shop: On-site merchandise shop selling instrument accessories (Ernie Ball, Vic Firth, Dunlop), strings, and tour-quality gaff tape.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Premises Studios is a multi-use London music complex providing professional recording (Studio A), eight rehearsal studios, fifteen long-let studios, and over 30 equipment storage cages under a single facility at 209 Hackney Road. It also runs music education courses through its Premises Music Education Programme (PMEP) charity, an on-site cafe and bistro, and a tour shop selling instrument accessories. The combined offering creates a 24/7 creative community for professional musicians, bands, producers, and songwriters.

Product overview

The Premises Studios operates as a multi-use music complex offering eight rehearsal studios, Studio A (Europe's first solar-powered recording studio), a cafe and bistro, equipment storage for over 30 bands, long-let writing studios, and an on-site tour shop. The company also runs music education courses through its sister charity, the Premises Music Education Programme (PMEP). The offering is a unified facility portfolio rather than a software platform—clients access physical studio spaces, backline, and educational programmes as interconnected services within a single creative campus in Hackney, London.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Studio A (Recording Studio) Europe's first solar-powered professional recording studio featuring an SSL AWS 900 console, Pro Tools HDX system, ATC SCM25a Pro monitors, vintage outboard, and a naturally lit wooden live room with custom acoustic treatment. Includes live room, vocal booth, drum booth, conservatory area, podcast production, and filming services. Aimed at professional recording artists, bands, and podcast producers.
• Rehearsal Studios (Studios 1-8) Eight fully equipped, acoustically treated professional rehearsal studios in small, medium, large, and showcase configurations, with digital consoles, PA systems, microphones, DI's, and stands included. Backline (amps, drum kits, pianos) available for additional hire. Hourly, 4-hour, 8-hour, and lockout packages offered. Aimed at bands and artists preparing for gigs, tours, recordings, and productions.
• Music Courses and Workshops Multi-day music education programmes covering jazz piano, bass, drums, vocals, songwriting, and gospel production, taught by working musicians including Nikki Yeoh, Tim Richards, John Crawford, and Ralph Rolle. Includes Piano Recording Week (£395, 5 days), Jazz Piano Performance Course (£285, 3 days), and Ralph Rolle masterclass (£25-£35). Aimed at aspiring musicians and students.
• Long-Let Studios Monthly rental of 15 permanent studio spaces for producers, songwriters, and creative businesses. Includes natural light, air conditioning, WiFi, and access during studio hours. Aimed at music producers, songwriters, managers, and creative businesses needing permanent space.
• Equipment Storage Over 30 on-site storage cages for bands and musicians, available on temporary overnight or contractually recurring basis. Aimed at bands and musicians needing secure on-site equipment storage.
• Tour Shop On-site retail shop stocking instrument accessories from brands including Ernie Ball (strings), Vic Firth (drumsticks), Dunlop (picks/accessories), and Le Mark merchandise, plus tour-quality gaff tape. Aimed at musicians and bands needing quick access to consumables.
• Cafe & Bistro On-site cafe and bistro serving Turkish and Latin cuisine, traditional English breakfast, evening grill platters, cocktails, and bar drinks. Open Mon-Sat 8am-10pm, Sun 8am-5pm. Aimed at studio clients, members, and walk-in customers.
• Annual Membership Annual membership at \u00a330 per year providing 10% discount on cafe meals, 20% discount on Paintbox London haircuts, same-day booking access, and discounted hourly rates from \u00a35/hour for personal practice. Aimed at repeat studio customers.

Named customers29 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Energy Bill RevolutionminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 29 August 2013Campaign with 100+ major charities, unions, and businesses aiming to end fuel poverty in UK through home insulation. Premises joined to support environmental and social campaign.
• Move Your Money UKminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 July 2012Campaign organization urging businesses and individuals to move money from big banks to ethical alternatives. Premises led campaign to encourage small businesses to switch banks.
• Julie's BicyclecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2011Environmental campaigning organization that launched the Green Business Award in partnership with Music Week. Ongoing relationship supporting sustainability in music industry.
• Hackney Music ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government music education service. Ongoing collaborations extending Premises education reach into local secondary schools.
• Tower Hamlets Music ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government music education service. Partnerships extending Premises education programs into schools in Tower Hamlets borough.
• National Gospel Music CentreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Liverpool-based National Gospel Music Centre for gospel songwriting and production workshops held at Premises studios.
• Hackney History FestivalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual history festival. Premises hosted live podcast exploring the studio's 40-year story with CEO Viv Broughton. Free community event driving awareness.
• Paintbox LondonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site hair salon. Members receive 20% discount on haircuts. Cross-promotional partnership within creative complex.
• Overwater BassminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCustom bass manufacturer hosting networking event at Premises for bass players to try new models and socialize.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Livingston Studios: Multi-room London recording and rehearsal facility serving both professional and emerging artists. Direct peer with similar combination of recording, rehearsal and creative-workspace offerings in the London market.
• Metropolis Studios: Major multi-room recording and mixing facility in West London with linked mastering, manufacturing and label-services businesses. Comparable as a large-format London recording complex serving top-tier artists.
• Rak Studios: Long-established London recording and rehearsal complex in St John's Wood. Directly comparable to The Premises as a multi-room London studio serving both major-label projects and rehearsal clients with similar equipment and engineer offerings.
• AIR Studios: George Martin's legendary multi-room London recording facility at Lyndhurst Hall, Hampstead. Direct peer offering high-end orchestral and commercial recording to professional artists.
• Miloco Studios: London-based recording studio group with multiple rooms across the capital. Direct peer offering project and resident studio services to professional artists and producers in the same market.
• The Church Studios: Recording complex in Crouch End, North London, founded by Dave Stewart. Direct peer offering residential and project recording services with comparable creative-campus positioning.
• Strongroom Studios: Long-running multi-room London recording and rehearsal complex in Shoreditch. Direct peer offering similar combination of recording, rehearsal and creative workspace services in East London.
• Abbey Road Studios: Iconic London recording studio in St John's Wood, home to historic Beatles recordings and still operating commercially. A direct peer offering high-end recording services to professional artists, with comparable heritage-driven brand positioning.
• Eastcote Studios: Residential and commercial recording studio in Kensal Green, London. Direct peer offering project and residential recording services to artists seeking dedicated London facilities.

Broad incumbents

• Real World Studios: Peter Gabriel's large residential recording complex in Box, Wiltshire. Comparable as an established UK facility built around a single iconic founder's brand, though geographically outside London and more residential-project focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/premisesstudios
• Facebookfacebook.com/ThePremisesStudios
• Instagraminstagram.com/premisesstudios
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-premises-studios-limited

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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