The Light Loft – Studio Hire Terms & Conditions
1. Booking & Payment
All bookings must be made in advance via our website, email, or social media.
Full payment is required to confirm your booking.
Prices are charged at £30 per hour unless otherwise agreed in writing.
2. Cancellations & Rescheduling
Cancellations made more than 48 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund or reschedule.
Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
You may reschedule once without charge if more than 48 hours’ notice is given.
3. Arrivals and Overtime.
Please dont arrive more than 5 minutes before your studio booking, the space will still be being set up and you won’t be allowed in until your booking time begins.
Your booking begins and ends according to it was booked for, not when you arrive or leave. If you arrive late you will still have to leave when your booking slot is over. Equally, f you finish early you will still be charged for the full booking.
If you are more than an hour late to your booking this will be classed as a no-show and the booking will be cancelled without refund
Please arrive and leave within your booked time slot. Set up and pack up time is included within your booking so please allow enough time for both when booking. Additional time will be charged by the hour at £30 per hour.
If you think you might run over the time you’ve booked let us know ASAP you maybe be able to extend your booking (charged by the hour) - This may not be possible if the studio is booked after your booked slot.
3. Studio Use
All equipment must be used with care. Any damage to studio property or equipment must be reported immediately and may incur charges. All equipment is tested before you arrive and when you leave.
The studio must be left in the same condition as it was found. Cleaning or repair fees may apply.
No smoking is permitted anywhere in the building, there is an area just outside for smoking should you wish to. If anyone in the booking party is found breaking this rule your booking will be cancelled and no refund will be given. Should you set off the building fire alarms additional charges may apply.
There is a mezzanine within the studio which is used for storage and office needs - this is not accessible by clients. Should you be found climbing the mezzanine your booking may be cancelled without refund. The Light Loft accepts no responsibility should you break this rule or incur injury using the mezzanine.
All children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult, the Light Loft takes no responsibility for underage persons in the studio and any damages caused by them will be the responsibility of the adults within their booking party. All under 16s will also require parents permission to be
The photography studio is safe for a maximum of 10 people per booking, we reserve the right to refuse entry if you arrive with more than this amount (Unless previously agreed) and will not be entitled to a refund.
Smoke machines are not permitted under any circumstances - the smoke alarms are very sensitive and their use could cause the entire building to be evacuated should the alarms go off. Failure to follow this rule will result in immediate booking cancellation and a possibility of extra charges.
The Light Loft will take no responsibility for parking tickets incurred outside the building - it is your responsibility to make sure you park somewhere appropriate.
Any equipment not supplied by the Light Loft is not covered by our insurance we advise that you have your own insurance when working in teams and for you own equipment.
Any personal belongings left behind in the studio will be held for 3 months for you to collect - if they are not collected within this time they will be disposed off or donated to charity.
When using the studio or any shared space within the studio building we expect all our clients to treat others with respect - any disrespectful behaviour against other tenants of the building or their property will result in booking cancellation without refund and a permanent ban on future bookings.
4. Equipment & Facilities
Your hire includes use of basic lighting, a standard colored backdrop, furniture/props, and access to facilities including a changing area and toilet.
Additional backdrop colors and extras may be available at an added cost.
You are welcome to bring your own equipment.
5. Liability
The Light Loft is not liable for any personal injury, loss, or damage to personal property during your time at the studio.
You are responsible for the safety and conduct of everyone in your booking party.
We recommend you have public liability insurance if you're working with clients or a team.
6. Parking & Access
Limited on-street parking is available nearby. Please allow time for parking.
The studio is located on an upper floor. If you require lift access or help carrying equipment, please let us know in advance.
7. Conduct & Use
No smoking or vaping inside the building.
Please respect the building, other tenants, and our neighbors.
No excessively loud music or disruptive behaviour.
Food and drink are allowed in designated areas only.
No hazardous or illegal activities are permitted.
8. Photography Rights
We respect your creative rights. We do not claim ownership over any content created in the studio.
You grant The Light Loft permission to re-share behind-the-scenes content you tag us in on social media (with credit).
9. Amendments
Terms & Conditions are subject to change. The most current version will always be available on our website.