Our impact

In the five years since it opened, Central Street Cookery School has had a huge impact on the local community. The aim is to teach locals about healthy home cooking through our regular classes and projects, showing the value for health and money in cooking fresh food at home. Through doing this we also teach people how to avoid food waste, another issue close to our hearts. The majority of food used in our community cookery classes is donated and would otherwise go to waste. People who attend our classes can pick up tips and advice and use this in their homes.

In the past five years we have:

Organised 800 cookery classes helping 19,000 individuals.

We have run four funded projects assisting locals with cooking, lifestyle support and advice (thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, All Saints Education Trust, Hubbub and Islington Council)

We have established on average 11 partnerships with other organisations every year.

We welcome offers for cookery-related projects. Please contact us for a chat on 020 7549 8176.

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Within easy walking distance of Old Street, Angel and Barbican tube stations and many bus routes, we have modern, well-appointed spaces for any meeting or event. We understand the uncertainty of booking a room. We have adapted our T&Cs so you can cancel with a full refund a week before your event.
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What we do and who we help

We are a community hub in South Islington providing services, activities and events for local residents of all ages, including after school clubs, employment support and gardening for older people. Our large, modern community centre on Central Street is a great backdrop for our varied activities and we have several outdoor areas for visitors to enjoy. Our spaces are also available to hire for community groups or private functions.
Garden Room

The largest of our meeting rooms, the Garden Room has its own private entrance from the street and exclusive use of a terrace garden. It is a blank canvas to create the right setting and configuration for your event, and benefits from neutral, stylish décor and is flooded with dappled natural light.
Become a member

Do you live in our area of benefit? You could become a member at St Luke's for a one-off charge of just £5. Our Centre offers services and activities every day for all ages, including art, exercise and gardening groups and a daily lunch club.
Lunches at St Luke's

Islington locals who are over 55 can enjoy a subsidised, freshly-made three-course lunch at St Luke's every weekday in our dining room. The menu changes daily, and includes a roast on Wednesday and fish and chip Friday! Anyone with mobility issues can discuss transport to and from the Centre with us. Find out more here.
Activities & Classes for all ages at St Luke's

Our regular classes throughout the week for all ages.
Families and Children in South Islington

We offer a range of free activities and support for families living in south Islington. From free after school kids' clubs, giving children the opportunity to try different activities, to school holiday camps, there's something to suit every family. Find out what St Luke's has to offer.
The Loft

The Loft occupies the whole third floor of the Community Centre, and has exclusive use of an entrance (ante) room, kitchen area and toilet, within this spacious and versatile area. It is bright and airy, and ideal for meetings, conferences, training, seminars or less formal events. Its exposed Victorian steel beams and skylight windows offer wonderful views over the roof tops of London.
Area we cover

St Luke's may only use its own funds on charitable purposes supporting people living within a defined geographical area. We call this our area of benefit.