Fishing Smack Hire, The Boathouse Studios
The Fishing Smack pairs white plaster walls with original brickwork, sprung flooring, and three large windows that flood the space with natural light. Step inside and it feels instantly inviting - whether you’re hosting a client presentation or celebrating a birthday. The room accommodates up to 80 guests, depending on the layout.
From meetings and conferences to training days, birthdays, baby showers, weddings and community events, the space adapts effortlessly.
Pricing
Standard opening hours shown — check the calendar for live availability.
Monday
08:00 – 23:00
£76.50 / hour
Tuesday
08:00 – 23:00
£76.50 / hour
Wednesday
08:00 – 23:00
£76.50 / hour
Thursday
08:00 – 23:00
£76.50 / hour
Friday
08:00 – 23:00
£76.50 / hour
Saturday
08:00 – 23:00
£91.80 / hour
Sunday
14:00 – 23:00
£91.80 / hour
What this space offers
Popular amenities
- 30 tables
- 215 chairs
- Adjoining outside space
- Breakout space
- Piano
- WiFi
- Whiteboard
- Toilets
- A/V Equipment
Kitchenette
- Kettle
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Sink
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Ice Machine - for hire
Capacity
- 80 guests
What's allowed
We welcome
- Parties
- Birthday parties
- Private parties
- Graduation parties
- Kids' parties
- Christmas parties
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Corporate events
- Conferences
You can bring
- Additional tables and chairs
- Alcohol
- Bouncy castles
- Musical instruments
- Toys
- Soft play
- Your own sound system
- Sports equipment
Venue policies
House rules
- Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before the start time
- A member of staff will be onsite to welcome booker.
- We are located in The Malthouse on the first floor.
- A member of staff will remain on site during the booking and will be available to help
- No smoking
- No vaping
- Alcohol must be approved by venue
- Bring your own bags and dispose of rubbish on site
- Leave promptly after your event
- Leave the space as you found it
- Food waste is to be separated and placed in the food waste bin. We provide the food waste bags and dispose of the food waste.
Parking and loading
- There are 40 parking spaces on site
- There is on-street parking but some restrictions apply on weekdays
- There is a designated space for unloading on site. During the week a bay can be arranged
Accessibility
- Step-free access
Safety & security
- Fire alarms
- Smoke alarms
- Fire exit signs
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV
Location
Important terms
Cancellations
to see the cancellation details.
Property damage
In the event of any damage to the space or any other part of the venue property, Sharesy reserves the right to make deductions from the payment method used.
We'll make sure to notify you in advance of making any deductions and will, whenever possible, provide you with photographic or other documentary evidence of the damage.







