Description
The Hackney is a restored 1856 brewery on Hackney Road in East London, and we hire it to one wedding at a time. The whole building is yours, from the first setup to the last song.
The heart of the day is the Winter Garden: exposed brick, timber beams, greenery hanging overhead and a skylight that fills the room with soft daylight, then candlelight once evening comes. Alongside it you have The Lounge, The Bar Area and The Covered Terrace, which is heated by two infrared heaters in winter. The room holds 60 seated and 100 standing.
Everything is under one roof. Our chefs cook all the food in house, from canapés to a full seated dinner, and every dietary requirement is covered, from vegan to halal. Furniture and venue decor, a built-in professional sound system, DJ equipment and dancefloor lighting are all included, and a dedicated on-the-day coordinator and events team look after you throughout. You can use our in-house options or bring your own florist, photographer and stationer.
Weddings start at 3pm, with earlier starts available. Music ends at 11pm and guests leave by 11.30pm. We hold celebratory ceremonies here, while the legal ceremony is completed at a register office nearby.
We are a small, family-run team who have hosted more than 400 couples. Book a tour and see the room for yourselves.
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Reviews (59)
- KKrizia I31/10/2023Great venue!Great venue!Perfect venue for a wedding. The location and the ambiance of the place is very intimate and warm. The whole hackney did an amazing job hosting our wedding and we couldn’t have asked for more 🤍 Perfect venue for a wedding. The location and the ambiance of the place is very intimate and warm. The whole hackney did an amazing job hosting our wedding and we couldn’t have asked for more 🤍
- Irina31/10/2023tunning venue and experienced teamtunning venue and experienced teamHad a wonderful experience with organising and celebrating our wedding at the Hackney. Both Hugo and James were super helpful with helping us to think about every little detail and making the right choices with regards to the day schedule, catering, drink packages and all the other arrangements. They were also very flexible with accomodating our wishes and details of the day even when it required some additional work. Both Hugo and James, as well as other the Hackney staff member were a pleasure to interact with and helped us to keep the usual stress around the big day at a low level. I should also note that we definitely felt like they had a lot of experience with organising the event like that and knew how to plan everything and what needed to be agreed in advance. We got lots of great advice. On the actual wedding day everything went super smoothly and we and our guests were absolutely blown away how magical the venue loooked. We also had a great experience with the recommended caterer - the Banquet - they created a great menue for us that accomodated all the various dietary requirements (and we had plenty). The dishes were delicious and were presented beautifully. It was also super easy to interact with Dave and Tor from the Banquet. So, in summary can highly recommend the Hackney team for anyone looking for a great and stress-free weeding reception.Had a wonderful experience with organising and celebrating our wedding at the Hackney. Both Hugo and James were super helpful with helping us to think about every little detail and making the right choices with regards to the day schedule, catering, drink packages and all the other arrangements. They were also very flexible with accomodating our wishes and details of the day even when it required some additional work. Both Hugo and James, as well as other the Hackney staff member were a pleasure to interact with and helped us to keep the usual stress around the big day at a low level. I should also note that we definitely felt like they had a lot of experience with organising the event like that and knew how to plan everything and what needed to be agreed in advance. We got lots of great advice. On the actual wedding day everything went super smoothly and we and our guests were absolutely blown away how magical the venue loooked. We also had a great experience with the recommended caterer - the Banquet - they created a great menue for us that accomodated all the various dietary requirements (and we had plenty). The dishes were delicious and were presented beautifully. It was also super easy to interact with Dave and Tor from the Banquet. So, in summary can highly recommend the Hackney team for anyone looking for a great and stress-free weeding reception.
- RRhian W31/10/2023The perfect London wedding reception venue!The perfect London wedding reception venue!Simply outstanding - We could not recommend The Hackney Co. enough. From the moment we saw the intimate, versatile, industrial/botanical space we knew it was the place for us, but beyond this, The Hackney Co. team are true professionals whose attention to detail and positive/helpful attitude make organizing your wedding easy and stress-free (Thank you Hugo!). Nothing was too much trouble and the team went above and beyond to meet all of our requests and assist with any last-minute changes. The Hackney Co. recommended Banquet to cater our wedding breakfast who were fantastic. The portion size, quality, taste, and presentation of our chosen dishes for a family-style sit-down meal were 10 out of 10. And again, Banquet was a pleasure to work with and took immense care to cater to various dietary and allergy requirements. Our reception was a huge success and the memorable night we hoped it would be thanks to The Hackney Co.Simply outstanding - We could not recommend The Hackney Co. enough. From the moment we saw the intimate, versatile, industrial/botanical space we knew it was the place for us, but beyond this, The Hackney Co. team are true professionals whose attention to detail and positive/helpful attitude make organizing your wedding easy and stress-free (Thank you Hugo!). Nothing was too much trouble and the team went above and beyond to meet all of our requests and assist with any last-minute changes. The Hackney Co. recommended Banquet to cater our wedding breakfast who were fantastic. The portion size, quality, taste, and presentation of our chosen dishes for a family-style sit-down meal were 10 out of 10. And again, Banquet was a pleasure to work with and took immense care to cater to various dietary and allergy requirements. Our reception was a huge success and the memorable night we hoped it would be thanks to The Hackney Co.
- SShakira K31/10/2023Absolutely Perfect!Absolutely Perfect!he Hackney were simply amazing. The team took what should have been a stress day, and turned it into something so beautiful and seamless. They handled everything so professionally yet with such warmth. 10/10 - definitely recommend. Special thanks to Hugo - General Manager, who really went above and beyond.he Hackney were simply amazing. The team took what should have been a stress day, and turned it into something so beautiful and seamless. They handled everything so professionally yet with such warmth. 10/10 - definitely recommend. Special thanks to Hugo - General Manager, who really went above and beyond.
- KKatey A.31/10/2023Exactly what we wanted.Exactly what we wanted.The Hackney was the perfect venue for us. The staff and service was excellent.The Hackney was the perfect venue for us. The staff and service was excellent.
- NNik31/10/2023Incredible-looking venue, great service, great timeIncredible-looking venue, great service, great timeWe LOVED this venue for our wedding. All the guests were super impressed too. James and the team have been very engaged throughout the process and helped make sure that logistically everything worked out on the day. And they took care of a lot of "annoying" chores, like printing stationary, working out seating plan etc. - which was very appreciated. We loved our wedding day and THE HACKNEY definitely contributed to it!! Thanks, guys :)We LOVED this venue for our wedding. All the guests were super impressed too. James and the team have been very engaged throughout the process and helped make sure that logistically everything worked out on the day. And they took care of a lot of "annoying" chores, like printing stationary, working out seating plan etc. - which was very appreciated. We loved our wedding day and THE HACKNEY definitely contributed to it!! Thanks, guys :)
- AAlika R.31/10/2023Couldn't have wished for moreCouldn't have wished for moreWe don't really know where to start in reviewing The Hackney. We held our wedding there in April 2023. The venue is absolutely stunning and the staff are so helpful, understanding and flexible. Our guests loved it, as did we. It was everything we'd dreamed of and more. Hugo and the team were absolutely faultless. We'd do it all again if we could. 10/10 recommendWe don't really know where to start in reviewing The Hackney. We held our wedding there in April 2023. The venue is absolutely stunning and the staff are so helpful, understanding and flexible. Our guests loved it, as did we. It was everything we'd dreamed of and more. Hugo and the team were absolutely faultless. We'd do it all again if we could. 10/10 recommend
- ZZoe L31/10/2023Most amazing London venueMost amazing London venueWe had our wedding at The Hackney and it was above and beyond what we wanted it to be. The staff and organisation of everything couldn’t be faulted. All our guests were raving about the venue and how stunning it was. A true hidden gem in the heart of London. I would have another occasion there in a heart beatWe had our wedding at The Hackney and it was above and beyond what we wanted it to be. The staff and organisation of everything couldn’t be faulted. All our guests were raving about the venue and how stunning it was. A true hidden gem in the heart of London. I would have another occasion there in a heart beat
- CCharlotte31/10/2023Beautiful venueBeautiful venueWe would highly recommend this venue for your wedding! We had an excellent experience. At the Hackney, they are well organised, communication is good and it all felt seamless. Nothing was too much of an ask, they made the space look absolutely gorgeous. We couldn't believe how well everything turned out on the day. Our guests also loved the different spaces, the food, drinks and games provided. It was the perfect day!We would highly recommend this venue for your wedding! We had an excellent experience. At the Hackney, they are well organised, communication is good and it all felt seamless. Nothing was too much of an ask, they made the space look absolutely gorgeous. We couldn't believe how well everything turned out on the day. Our guests also loved the different spaces, the food, drinks and games provided. It was the perfect day!
- AAlexandra S.31/10/2023Incredible venue!!!!Incredible venue!!!!We chose The Hackney for the absolutely beautiful and intimate space in the bustling streets of East London. The team there were really flexible and accommodating. Hugo was organising it and he was very friendly and relaxed. Our wedding was perfect and I couldn't recommend it more highly!We chose The Hackney for the absolutely beautiful and intimate space in the bustling streets of East London. The team there were really flexible and accommodating. Hugo was organising it and he was very friendly and relaxed. Our wedding was perfect and I couldn't recommend it more highly!
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How much does a wedding here cost, and how does pricing work?
Every Hackney wedding is venue hire plus a minimum spend on food, drinks and extras, and both depend on the season and the day of the week. Our weddings page shows what each season starts at, and we send the full pricing guide as soon as you enquire. Staffing and service are built in, with no added service charge.
Can we have our wedding ceremony at The Hackney?
Yes, a celebratory ceremony with all your guests, in your own words. We are not licensed for the legal part, so couples complete it at a register office beforehand, and Hackney Town Hall is about eight minutes away by taxi. Humanist celebrations, blessings, symbolic services and personal vows all work beautifully here, and the room is reset for your reception afterwards.
What food do you serve, and how do we choose our menu?
Our chefs cook everything in house, from canapés through to a full seated dinner, and every dietary need is catered for, from vegan and gluten-free to halal. Once you have booked, you build your menu with our events team, then come to one of our tasting evenings to try the dishes and tell us what you think before anything is final.
What is included when we hire the venue?
The whole building, exclusively yours, with all furniture and venue decor, essential tableware, a built-in sound system, DJ equipment and dancefloor lighting. A dedicated on-the-day coordinator and our events team look after you from planning to the last dance, and all staffing and service are built into the price. Food and drink are planned on top, against your minimum spend.
What drinks do you offer, and can we bring our own?
Our own bar team serves everything, from the first glass on arrival to the last drink of the night. You plan your drinks with our events team alongside your menu, and you can taste the wines at your tasting evening. All food and drink are served in house, so there is no outside alcohol and no bar to hire in.
Can we bring our own suppliers?
Food, drink and essential tableware are ours, which keeps your day to one team and one timeline. For everything else, from flowers and photography to music, cake, hair and make-up, bring whoever you love, or use our in-house flowers, stationery and tableware. Check with us before you book, and ask for our list of suppliers who already know the room.
Can we decorate the space and make it our own?
The room does most of the work: exposed brick, timber beams, greenery hanging overhead and daylight from the skylight, with all furniture and decor included. Add your own flowers and touches, ideally plastic-free or recyclable, and candles are welcome where we have approved them. We are a confetti-free venue, and decorations can usually be dropped off the day before.
How do we check our date and book a tour?
Our live calendar on the website shows every booked date for 2026, 2027 and 2028, so you can see straight away whether yours is free. Then come and see the room: tours are private, take around 30 minutes and run Monday to Friday, with weekends by arrangement. You can pencil your date for 14 days while you decide, and your deposit confirms the booking.
How do guests get to you in East London?
We are at 503 Hackney Road, E2 9ED, two minutes on foot from Cambridge Heath Overground and about nine from Bethnal Green on the Central line, with Hackney Town Hall about eight minutes away by taxi. There is no on-site parking, but parking on Hackney Road is free from 7pm until 8am, with metered bays nearby before then.
Can we have a DJ, a band or our own playlist?
All of them. Our built-in sound system covers the whole venue and plays your own playlist, and the DJ equipment and dancefloor lighting are already here, so there is nothing to hire in. Live music is welcome too, and we will talk you through what works best in the room on your tour. All music ends at 11pm, with guests leaving by 11.30pm.
