Hire our spaces at the Old Fire Station
Based in the heart of Oxford, the Old Fire Station offers a unique mix of character, creativity and practical, well-priced spaces for hire. Whether you’re planning a performance, workshop, meeting, class or social event, we have rooms to suit a wide range of activities. Our central location, welcoming team, and versatile facilities make us a great choice for organisations, artists, community groups, and private hire.Our two main spaces – the Theatre and Studio – are available to hire all day, every day. Our other rooms – the Café, Loft and Art Room – are available on evenings and weekends.Below you’ll find an overview of all our spaces and what each can offer.
Our spaces
Theatre
A fully equipped, flexible theatre ideal for lectures, performances, panel discussions, film screenings, discos, gigs and large active sessions. The room can also be cleared to create an open space for movement‑based activities.
Capacities:
- Standard theatre rows: 91
- U-shaped layout: 124
- Active session: 40
- Gigs / discos: up to 150
Tech & AV:
- Projector and screen
- Full lighting and sound rig
Studio
A bright, adaptable ground‑floor room ideal for academic study, active classes, rehearsals and creative workshops.
Capacity:
- Seated with tables: up to 35
- Active session: up to 25
AV: Smart screen; Basic sound system
Café
A cheerful, comfortable room complete with a staffed bar. Perfect for informal gatherings, quizzes, small parties, open mic nights, intimate gigs and relaxed performances.
Capacity: Up to 50
(Fewer if space is needed for presentations or performances.)
AV: Projector and screen; Mics with leads and PA
Availability: Evenings only — from 5.30pm daily
Loft
An atmospheric attic room ideal for active classes, creative workshops, study groups and small social events.
Please note: this room is not fully accessible (8 steps to the door).
Capacity: 20–25, depending on activity
AV: Projector and screen; Basic sound system
Availability:
- Evenings from 5.30pm
- Saturdays & Sundays, 10am–4pm
Art Room
A bright, functional first‑floor space with tables, chairs and sinks – perfect for art classes and hands‑on creative sessions.
The room is accessible via an adapted 2nd‑floor lift that bypasses steps to the door.
Capacity: 15 seated
Availability:
- Evenings from 5.30pm
- Saturdays & Sundays, 10am–4pm
To find out more or book a space, please email bookings@oldfirestation.org.uk or call 01865 294602.