The Albany
The Albany is South East London’s leading arts centre, in the heart of Deptford.
- Address
- Douglas Way, Deptford, SE8 4AG
- Accessibility
Level access, lift, accessible toilets, assistance animals allowed, infrared hearing system.
About the Albany
Each year we welcome thousands of people to our events, including award-winning programmes for young creatives and adults over 65, music, theatre, and family performances.
As well as our performance spaces, we are also home to a café; garden; meeting, rehearsal, office and coworking space.
As Lewisham’s Anchor Cultural Organisation, our local communities are at the heart of everything we do, and our buildings are usually abuzz with groups, artists and organisations who have chosen to make us their home.
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The Albany space, it's magic. It's a sanctuary for Lewisham’s people.
Albany regular visitor
Shows & Events
Upcoming events at the Albany
Gallery
Location
Location
The Albany is located in the heart of Deptford, just off Deptford Market Yard:
Douglas Way, Deptford, SE8 4AG
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By Train
We are 250m from Deptford Station (National Rail), around a two-minute walk.
We are 450m from New Cross Station (National Rail and Overground), around a seven-minute walk.
We are 700m from Deptford Bridge Station (DLR), around a nine-minute walk.
All these stations have step free access to all platforms via lifts.
By Bus
There are multiple bus routes serving the area, including the 171, 172, 177, 47, 53 and 453. Our closest bus stops are on New Cross Road and Deptford Church Street.
By Bike
We are close to the C4 and C10 cycle routes and can offer bicycle storage in the Albany Garden during our opening hours. You may leave your cycle in the rack at your own risk.
By Car:
There is extremely limited parking in the local area and we would advise travelling by public transport where possible.
There are nearby free parking spaces for Blue Badge holders in Frankham Street car park. The nearest drop-off point for cars and taxis is on Idonia Street.
Hire our Spaces
Hire our Spaces
Planning a class, workshop, rehearsal, meeting, conference or another event? Our unique, versatile spaces are available to book at affordable rates.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The Albany’s foyer, theatre, studio, backstage areas and café are all on the ground floor, as well as some of our meeting rooms. We have fully accessible toilets on both floors. There is lift access to the first floor meeting rooms, offices and bar.
Deptford, New Cross and Deptford Bridge stations have step free access to all platforms via lifts.
Limited disabled parking is available to the rear of the building. There are nearby free parking spaces for Blue Badge holders in Frankham Street car park (160m away, around a three-minute walk).
The nearest drop-off point for cars and taxis is on Idonia Street (65m away, around a one-minute walk).
Assistance animals can be brought into any of our spaces.
For more information on accessibility, including accessible performances, visit our accessibility page.
Our History
The Albany has held a vital role for the people of Deptford for over 130 years.
Find out more about our history
