Become involved in life at the Commons, by renting or hiring out one of our varied spaces. Across the Hastings Commons, hot desking/co-working and office space is available, alongside multi-use event space perfect for Weddings, Concerts, Markets, Conferences, Ceremonies, Networking Events, and several meeting rooms. Please scroll down to see individual specs for each space.
Event Space
The OB Venue space
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Max capacity of 250
- Available in a range of set ups: theatre style, cabaret style, classroom style and standing
- Available for Weddings, Concerts, Markets, Conferences, Ceremonies, Networking Events
- Full AV and Lighting system
- PA system
- Large stage and other events related equipment available such as chairs & tables
- Access to projectors and screens
- Full venue blackout
- Full catering with bar or dry hire is available
- Fully licensed for all types of events
- High-speed internet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open 7 days a week
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
OB Cafe
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Capacity 100 standing / 50 seated
- Fully licensed bar
- Available in a range of set ups: bistro, board room, cabaret and standing
- Available for Weddings, Markets, Conferences, Ceremonies, Networking Events and Drinks Receptions
- PA system
- Small stage and other events related equipment available such as chairs, tables etc
- Access to projectors and screens
- Full catering with bar
- Fully licensed for all types of events
- High-speed internet
- Access to projector
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available 7 days a week
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
The Common Room: Meeting and Event Space
Where: Eagle House, 27 - 29 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DJ
Facilities & capacities
- Capacity of up to 50 seated or standing
- Kitchen area with free tea/coffee & snacks
- High-speed internet
- Available 7 days a week, 9am - 8pm
- Wheelchair accessible
- Space is normally self-service, but catering and alternative set-up can be provided
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
Incubator Space
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Small space suitable for pop up exhibitions, small markets and shops
- Fully licensed for all types of events
- Stage and other events related equipment available such as chairs, tables etc
- Access to projectors and screens
- Wheelchair accessible
- High-speed internet
- Available 7 days a week
Price: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
Rose Cottage Workshop & Classroom
Where: Rose Cottage, 7 The Alley, Hastings, TN34 1HB
Facilities & capacities
- Seats up to 10 board room style or 20 standing
- Access to toilets and kitchen area
- TV/Projector screen
- High speed internet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available 7 days a week 9am - 8pm
- Space is normally self-service, but catering and alternative set-up can be provided
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
Meeting Space
The Board Room
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Seats up to 12 board room style/ 35-40 theatre style
- Available in a range of set ups: theatre style, cabaret style, classroom style and standing
- Available for Meetings, Weddings, Conferences, Ceremonies & Networking
- Access to serviced kitchen* with free tea/coffee
- Large TV screen
- High-speed internet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm
*Please note: Max 12 persons for kitchen access. For larger bookings preordering is required and will be arranged when booking.
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
Project Space/Meeting Room
Where: Rock House, 49-51 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Seats 10 people board room style with space for additional chairs if required
- Available for meetings, community groups, networking events and surgeries
- Kitchen area
- Large TV/projector screen
- Flipchart
- High-speed internet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply. The space is free for local non-funded community groups.
Office Space
Hot Desks
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Hot desks
- High-speed internet
- Wheelchair accessible
- Serviced kitchen with free tea/coffee and snacks
- Open from 8am - 8pm, Monday - Friday
- Meeting/phone booths
- Hireable meeting rooms
Rates: Flexi full day rate: £20 and half day rate: £10
Rolling monthly memberships, start at £75 for 1 day a week.
Permanent Office Units
Where: Observer Building, 53 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- Small permanent office units
- Access seven days a week, from 6am - 12am
- Serviced kitchen with free tea/coffee and snacks
- Meeting room access (first 2 hours free a month)
- Meeting/phone booths
- Access to equipped kitchen (including dishwasher) and toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
- High-speed internet
Rates: Please email to enquire about price as variable rates apply.
Ground Control Co-working Space
Where: Rock House, 49-51 Cambridge Road, Hastings, TN34 1DT
Facilities & capacities
- 20 fixed desks
- Secure lockers
- Kitchen area with microwave
- High-speed internet
- Available 7 days a week, 6am - 12am
- Access to phone/meeting pod and hireable meeting rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Rates: Monthly £190 inc VAT