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Using the Studio: Open Access

Who can use Open Access?

Anyone with enough experience to work independently in the studio. You do not need to be a member of ELP to use Open Access. Unfortunately at present we cannot allow under-18s to use the facilities.

Induction session

In your first session you will be given an induction. This covers an introduction to the equipment and Health and Safety in the studio. The induction takes about an hour. You are then free to print for the rest of the session. Please bring any materials you will need to the session.

Session times

  • Session 1: Thursdays: 10.30am - 1.30pm
  • Session 2: Thursdays: 2.30pm - 5.30pm
  • Session 3: Thursdays: 7.00pm - 10.00pm
  • Session 4: Saturdays: 10.00am - 2.00pm

You may book for more than one session on a Thursday but please note you will need to leave the studio during the periods between sessions.

Prices

Prices include use of the facilities and some materials. For a list of what we provide got to facilities.

  • Induction session: £20
  • Thursday session (3 hours): £12
  • Saturday session (4 hours): £15

SPECIAL OFFER

Ten sessions for the price of nine (payable on arrival at the first session):

  • £108 (Thursdays sessions only)
  • £135 (Saturday sessions)

How to pay

Please pay in person when you attend a session. We accept cash or cheques only. Please bring sufficient payment to cover the session and any materials you may need.

How to book

Open Access sessions must be booked in advance. We recommend you book one to two weeks ahead. Please give your contact details and state which process you will be using when you book.

You can book

Cancellations

We have a 48-hour cancellation policy. Cancellations must be made by phone on 0208 525 4330 (office hours) or email: admin@spacestudios.org.uk. Anyone who cancels later than this or fails to attend a session will be liable for the full amount of the session(s) booked.

Assistants

Open Access users with a disability that requires assistance may bring another person free of charge, although all assistants will still have to complete an induction. All other assistants will be treated as separate Open Access users and will have to undergo an induction and pay the full rate.

For more information about Open Access and the studio, please email ELP by filling the form on the contact us page.

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