SET Saffron Hill is an artist studio centre located at 14b Cross Street, Farringdon, just a few minutes’ walk from Farringdon Station, one of London’s most well-connected transport hubs.
The centre has 34 private studios across the seventh and eighth floors, offering small to medium-sized spaces for individual artists, sharers, and collectives. Lift access is available throughout the building.
Join the waitlist to be notified of future availability and viewing dates. Please be aware that attending a viewing does not guarantee you a space.
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Studio sizes, prices and what’s included
As a member of the London Affordable Artist Studio Network (LAASN), SET is committed to providing genuinely affordable and accessible workspace for artists in the city.
SET Saffron Hill offers studios priced at £1.60 per sq ft PCM, inclusive of rates and utilities, with monthly prices ranging from £256-£576. This covers utilities, cleaning of communal areas, 24/7 access and refuse collection.
The centre offers a range of small to medium-sized studios. Exact individual studio sizes, prices and availability vary.
During a viewing, you’ll be able to see the available studios and their exact sizes and prices, and speak to a member of the SET team about finding a space that works for you and your practice.
Studio upkeep and maintenance
In keeping with our DIY roots, our studios are maintained through a collaborative model. While SET manages the building and communal facilities, the day-to-day upkeep and internal maintenance of your individual studio are your responsibility. SET provides support for standard repairs free of charge. However, because we are a charity with limited resources, please be aware that lead times for non-urgent repairs can be significant. This approach is what allows us to keep our rents genuinely affordable and stable for the long term.
Move-in dates
Move-in dates depend on studio availability and will be confirmed by the SET team when a space is offered.
Important information
Before booking a viewing or accepting a studio offer, please review the following information:
- Length of contract: Workspace is guaranteed until February 2028, followed by a three-month rolling agreement. We require three months’ notice should you choose to leave your studio.
- Infrastructure: The building does not currently feature central heating. Wi-Fi infrastructure is actively being integrated into these sections, but it will be unavailable for the first few months while the system is being fully established.
- Access: All studios are located on the first floor. Please note that there is no lift access at this site.
Who can apply
Anyone can apply. We welcome a wide range of practices including painters, writers, designers, makers, and performers.
To keep our centres connected to their local communities, we particularly encourage applications from those living or working locally in Farringdon and the wider Borough of Islington.
Please note: For safety and insurance reasons, some activities aren’t permitted at SET Kentish Town, including: public events, hot works, live/amplified music without soundproofing, spray painting, tattooing, beauticians, or commercial client-facing activities.
For more information, please see our info pack..
Info packFeatures, facilities, and membership benefits
- 24/7 studio access with secure fob entry.
- Access to shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.
- SET Social membership in Peckham and any future sites.
- Lifetime SET Associate Membership, giving access to project spaces for workshops, exhibitions, and events.
- Access to the wider SET community.
Step-by-step guide to studio membership
- Join one of our waitlists for future availability
- Receive an invitation to a studio viewing when spaces become available
- Have a short chat with a studio manager to answer questions and confirm eligibility – applicable to all non-existing SET studio members
- Attend your viewing and note your top studio preferences
- Secure your studio with a full month’s rent and deposit (if you move in mid-month, this partial month will be applied to a subsequent invoice)
- Collect keys
- Move in
Got a question?
For questions about studios and pricing, please read our info pack.
If you have any further questions or are unable to make the viewing, please contact the SET Studio team: info@setspace.uk
Address: 14b Cross Street, Farringdon, London, EC1N 8UN