Pirate Studios: Croydon | London | Record, DJ, Rehearse 24/7

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Pirate Studios

Your Space To Create

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, our specialist South London creative studios are the perfect place to create, write, produce, practice and mix with no distractions.

In Croydon there are 20 spaces ready for your next project:

Hone your mix on club-standard equipment in the DJ studios
Rehearsal studios to jam with your band or practice for the next gig
Recording studios to write and produce songs or capture vocals

Simply book and pay by the hour using our easy live calendar. It's time to let your creativity flow.

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Why Pirate?

What Are We About?

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A worldwide network of DJ, recording, rehearsal, podcast and dance studios, giving you round-the-clock access to create. Because we’re open 24/7, we've made the experience entirely self-service using our unique entry code system — but if you ever need a hand, we're here. The fastest way to get support is via Live Chat.

Enjoy industry-standard equipment at affordable prices at our London Croydon studios

Your Local Area

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Soon to be the London Borough of Culture, Croydon is shaking off its reputation and quickly becoming a vibrant hub of creativity in South London.

If you're a crate digger, Croydon is home to DnR Vinyl. This record store is probably the UK's leading UK garage stockist (along with grime, dubstep and bassline), with thousands of classic tracks in stock as well as new music regularly finding its way onto shelves. Tune into Croydon FM - Croydon's number one for new and emerging music, broadcasting live on 97.8 FM

When it comes to food, you can't go far wrong with a trip to Croydon Boxpark and the surrounding East Croydon area for casual or quick dining. "Fat Boys" Cafe is one of the famous local spots with the "Blow Out" breakfast challenge — finish it and get your money back! For something a little more formal, South Croydon's restaurant stretch has some great options.

When you're ready to come out of the studio, Croydon has a vast range of parks and green spaces. Beddington Park, with its cafe, historic church and river running through it is locals' top pick or try Waddon Ponds.

Frequently asked questions

The Croydon edition of our FAQs has the top things you need to know about your session. Need more help? Hit up our support team via Live Chat.

Getting here and access

The studios are a 20-minute walk from the closest station, West Croydon — a 55-minute tube journey from Oxford Circus.

Driving? There is limited off-street parking available (four spaces), though we highly recommend that you book a parking space at Sainsbury's Purley Way for longer stays. It's a 5-minute walk to the studios and they are available 24/7: book your space here.

If you're coming by public transport, the nearest station is Wandle Park (tram). Buses stop nearby on Purley Way. For more information visit tfl.gov.uk

What is verification and how does it work?

Being verified unlocks extra features at Pirate, like Refer-a-Friend credits. You also need to have your identity verified before you book one of our DJ or recording studios, so it’s a worthwhile investment! Don’t worry, the process only takes two minutes.

TIP: Use your mobile, it's easier to get a clear shot of your face/document.

I'm having trouble with a code or lock — help?

Slow and gentle! Our locks can be a little sensitive so put your code in slowly and as detailed on your booking — such as * 1 2 3 4 5 6. Don't forget the star!

You might be sent a four-digit code as a replacement for the booking, such as 1 2 3 4. As above, press slowly and in this case, with no star, *.

If you're having trouble with the lock or code, use # to reset and try again. If this doesn't work, please contact us via WhatsApp and we'll help get you in as soon as possible.

WHAT IF SOMETHING BREAKS OR I NEED A SPARE?

Spares in every location! We carry lots of spares on our sites in case you need any further equipment or something has a fault. You'll also find lots of spare cables and mics in our rehearsal studios if needed.

Is something missing from the room or do you need an item from the Spares cupboard? Hit us up on Live Chat via the website, on WhatsApp or give us a call on 0333 241 9598. We will be more than happy to help.

How do I book a session?

Our live booking calendar shows the latest availability of studios. You can book anywhere from a year in advance right up until a few minutes beforehand. Some studios are popular, so we recommend securing your slot in advance.

TIP: Book enough time to set-up and get comfortable with the gear, and set-up/pack-down anything you’ve brought along.

Can I hire extra equipment?

Unfortunately, due to repeated issues with the damage and misplacement of equipment, we can no longer offer a guaranteed hire service. Keyboards, stands and extra cables should still be available in spares, so please message us on WhatsApp or Live Chat when you arrive at your session for access.

If a keyboard is essential for your session, please book a room that comes with one as standard or bring your own to the session to avoid disappointment.

Please refer to the equipment list for each studio via book.pirate.com for more information.

Are food and drinks available at the studios?

A handful of locations do have vending machines but we suggest you bring your own food and drinks with you. Most Pirate sites are near local shops for convenience, and several sites have a kettle and microwave. Check out our support hub or the location page for your Pirate studio for further details.

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Getting Here

Unit 8 Block B, 15 Whitestone Way, New South Quarter, Croydon CR0 4WF

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The studios are a 20-minute walk from the closest station, West Croydon — a 55-minute tube journey from Oxford Circus. Get directions via Google Maps.

If you're coming by public transport, the nearest station is Wandle Park (tram). Buses stop nearby on Purley Way. For more information visit tfl.gov.uk.