Facilities

At Holborn Community Association, we welcome everyone and want our facilities to be available to all. We are working hard to remove barriers so that our facilities and events can be accessible to as many people as possible.Our two centre Millman Street Community rooms and 1a Arts Centre are disabled access while redevelopment work on Bedford House Community Centre will commence soon.

Bedford House Community Centre

Our light-filled , full size gymnasium hall is nestled in the heart of Holborn and a short distance from key transit hubs (including King's Cross and Underground stations such as Russel Square and Holborn). The space includes a large hall, changing rooms, and a kitchen. Contact us on 0207 4052 370 option 1 or email [email protected] for availability and prices Read more

Millman Street Community Rooms

Multi-purpose and spacious hall in central London location. Ideal for meetings exercise classes, yoga, Pilates, dance, events, networking, advice centres. Contact us on 0207 4052 370 option 1 or email [email protected] for availability and pricesRead more

1A Arts

1A Arts offers a range of spaces and experiences for children, adults and older people. Contact us on 0207 4052 370 option 3 or email [email protected] for availability and prices. Available to hire from 10am to 6pm on weekdays. Read more

Latest

FREE Trip to the Science Museum for 8-12 year olds

FREE Easter trip for 8-12 year olds on Wednesday 10th April to The Science Museum to see an IMAX 3D documentary film, 'A Beautiful Planet', experience an immersive and sensory 3D animation of an Apollo expedition, and experiment with science in the interactive exhibition Wonderlab.

Half Term Trip to Somerset House

As part of our Digital Media Project, 1A Arts took a group of 11-16 yr olds to see the "Good Grief Charlie Brown!" exhibition at Somerset House. They also took part in an exciting workshop with one of the professional artists in the exhibition.

Sunday Social Animation: This is Ball

This February our Sunday Social for the 60+ gave 8 members of our local community the opportunity to create their very own short animated film in under two hours. Titled "This is Ball" the video uses basic animation techniques to create a day in the life of a ball with wonderful results.

Success story: Bryony Summer Peer Intern

To celebrate the launch of our summer 2019 peer intern post at 1A Arts, we look back at the experience of Bryony who successfully took on the role last year.

We are Holborn Community Association

Providing activities and sessions to all ages in the heart of Holborn

Meet Our Team

About Us

The history, purpose and future of Holborn Community Association

Physical activity

Arts and media activities

Part of HCA, 1A Arts is a community arts provider delivering activities primarily for children and young people, but with ambitions to work with a much broader range of people. We value a participatory approach to community arts production and seek to include as wide a range of beneficiaries as possible.

Soft Play

Every weekday (except Wednesdays) from 10.00 to 12.00 We have a large space full of soft play equipment suitable for all ages from 8 months to 5 years. Children can use our wide range of toys and play with others whilst parents have a chance to meet others

Older People Services

HCA Dance Classes for Spring Term 2019

Ballet Classes are on Wednesdays for 4 to 12 year olds at Bedford House Community Centre.

Holborn Gymnastics 4 - 5 Yrs Monday Spring Term 2019

Sessions are structured to include a pulse raising warm up, stretching and then apparatus based work. Coaches plan their sessions to ensure that all gymnasts are stimulated and challenged mentally and physically, actively being involved in the development of their skills.

Taekwondo Classes

Taekwondo Classes at Bedford House for ages 4 to 14. Book now!