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Our Impact

Discover more about our work and how we make a difference in Deptford, Lewisham and beyond.

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The Albany is the engine room for people to reach their creative potential, tell their stories and define their own culture. Together we will inspire new possibilities for positive change.  

The Albany is an incubator for new ideas and initiatives. We are home to more than 20 incredible organisations who are delivering impact every day, and we are a hub for the next generation of talent – from our technical training courses to our youth record label, REZON8.  

Our Creative Strategy places democratic, community-led approaches at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that art and creativity are central to how we connect with our communities. Our new Community Council are a group of critical friends who help shape the future of our artistic programming; and we provide support for local artists through space, funding, advice and guidance, enabling them to create, share and experiment with new work.

2025 at a glance

53,061

In 2025, we welcomed 53,061 audience members and participants to 393 events.

435

We worked with 435 artists and more than 1,600 young people.

600

We gave away more than 600 tickets for free or just £1.

96%

96% of audiences agree the Albany is a welcoming place for the whole community.

Attitude is Everything Awards

Nominated

For innovation in Creative Access.

London Youth Quality Mark

Awarded - Bronze

In recognition of the quality of our youth programme.

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The Albany space, it's magic. It's a sanctuary for Lewisham’s people.

Albany regular

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Lewisham's Anchor Cultural Organisation

Find out more about how we support emerging artists, creative organisations and young people in Lewisham.

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We are Lewisham

Find out about our year as London Borough of Culture 2022

See the highlights