Apply for a studio

Looking for a studio in London, Essex or Stoke-on-Trent? Join ACAVA’s community of over 400 creative practitioners across the country. You can view our available studios here and you can see a map with our studio locations here.

The first step in applying for a studio is to complete a studio enquiry form, which you can find here. After we have assessed the form, you will be invited to view the studio.

Studios winter offer

50% off your first months’ fees if you take on a new ACAVA studio by 20 January 2025.

Contact availablestudios@acava.org for more info on this offer.

Studios FAQs

How can I get in touch about available studios?

If you have a question about available studios or would like to speak to the studio allocations manager, please email availablestudios (at) acava (dot) org

How do I get updates about new available studios?

Subscribe to our mailing list here.

How do I apply for an available studio?
The first step in applying for a studio is to complete a studio enquiry form. When we have assessed the form, you will be invited to view the studio.
How quickly can I expect to receive a response?
We aim to respond to all enquiries within two working days.
How can I arrange a viewing?

Please submit an enquiry for a vacant studio via our Studio Enquiry Form. At the discretion of our team, an appointment will be arranged for you to view the studio. No fees are required from you at this time. Before allocating studios, ACAVA staff will assess applications against our criteria and may contact you if they have additional questions about your application or practice.

Who makes decisions on studio allocation?

Decisions are at the sole discretion of ACAVA staff. As we receive large numbers of applications for our studios, we are not able to discuss individual decisions with unsuccessful applicants.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

Yes, we require a deposit which is usually equal to two months' total monthly fees, plus a £50 key deposit for every single occupancy.

What does the license fee include?

The licence fee covers only your studio space, utilities (e.g. electricity) are extra. These charges are combined in a monthly direct debit.

Is there a joining fee?

If you are offered an ACAVA studio, you will be required to become a member of ACAVA before taking up the studio. There is a one-off £100 onboarding fee, which also applies to people moving between ACAVA studios.

I was allocated a studio. When can I move in?

We aim for new joiners to start at the beginning of the month.

Is there an end date to my studio license?

Studio licences are rolling month-to-month contracts, where either party can give two months notice to vacate.

Is it possible to license a studio for short term use?

Yes, we have spaces available for short-term hire. Visit the Hire our spaces page to find out more.