Programmes

Eight creative pathways. One hub.

Free and subsidised programmes combining structured workshops, open studio access, collaborative projects and mentoring – each one designed to lead somewhere.

01

Music & Recording

Music production, songwriting, audio engineering and artist development in a professional studio.

Practical workshops and creative projects in production, songwriting, recording and audio engineering. Participants work on individual and collaborative projects and leave with original recordings.

What you gain

  • Technical and creative skills
  • Confidence to share your voice
  • Routes into music and audio careers
02

Podcasting & Media

Interviewing, storytelling and digital content creation – find your voice and learn to use it.

Hands-on sessions in podcasting, interviewing, storytelling and content creation, using our podcast studio to produce real shows.

What you gain

  • Communication and presenting skills
  • Storytelling confidence
  • A published portfolio
03

Film, Photography & Multimedia

Filmmaking, photography, editing and digital storytelling rooted in local stories.

Practical workshops and collaborative media projects – including projects exploring local identity, culture and community experiences.

What you gain

  • Portfolio-ready work
  • Teamwork on real productions
  • Sharing West London's stories
04

Fashion & Creative Enterprise

Design, styling, branding, sustainable fashion and turning creative ideas into a business.

Workshops in fashion design, styling, branding and sustainable fashion, alongside creative entrepreneurship and how to apply creative skills to self-employment.

What you gain

  • Entrepreneurial thinking
  • Design and making skills
  • Understanding brand and business
05

Digital & Gaming Lab

Graphic design, gaming concepts, creative technology and digital employability.

Practical activities in graphic design, digital content, gaming concepts and multimedia projects – plus online professionalism and freelancing.

What you gain

  • Digital literacy
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Skills for a digital economy
06

Performance, Movement & Wellbeing

Dance, spoken word and expressive movement that build confidence and connection.

Dance, spoken word, performance and movement-based sessions, with opportunities to perform at showcases and community events.

What you gain

  • Wellbeing and belonging
  • Reduced isolation
  • Confidence on and off stage
07

Mentoring & Employability

One-to-one mentoring, CV and interview support, study help and leadership development.

Careers guidance, CV preparation, interview skills, study support, leadership development and information about education, training and enterprise.

What you gain

  • Clear personal goals
  • Job-ready skills
  • Informed choices about the future
08

Youth Leadership & Community Events

Young people planning and leading showcases, exhibitions, screenings and community events.

Opportunities to contribute ideas, plan activities, take on responsibility and lead – while bringing residents and local organisations together through culture.

What you gain

  • Leadership and organising skills
  • Celebrating local talent
  • A stronger community

The facility

Professional kit. Open doors.

Everything under one roof at 300 Kensal Road:

  • Recording & podcast studios
  • Film & multimedia suites
  • Fashion & design space
  • Digital & gaming lab
  • Performance & wellbeing studio
  • Mentoring & employability support
  • Community showcases & events

How we deliver

Weekly structured sessions

Regular, practitioner-led workshops that build real skills week by week.

Open access

Drop-in time in the studios so ideas can grow at their own pace.

Mentoring

One-to-one support from people who have walked the path.

Industry engagement

Professionals from music, media, fashion and tech sharing their craft.

Youth-led development

Young people help shape what we do and how we do it.

Showcases & exhibitions

Quarterly moments to share work with the community.

Trauma-informed practice

Safe, inclusive spaces built around wellbeing.

Partnership collaboration

Working with schools, colleges, employers and local services.

Ready to start?

Sessions are free for young people. Tell us what you're into and we'll find the right fit.