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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, until 4pm today (Wednesday 24 June) but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Vibast Community Centre

More about Vibast Community Centre, built and run for the community with activities, social events and opportunities for all ages.

Vibast Community Centre is a purpose-built building for the community. We support families, young people, and adults to learn new skills, improve their health and wellbeing and develop confidence to achieve your goals. We have partnerships with a wide range of organisations to put on programmes that can help change your life.

Facilities

Vibast Community Centre is ideal for social events, parties and celebrations, clubs, regular meetings, conference and much more. The centre is located just off Old Street – less than a five-minute walk from Old Street station and within a few minutes’ walk from bus stops. Vibast Community Centre has:

  • one large multi-purpose space for up to 80 people with a fully fitted kitchen with an outdoor area.
  • two small rooms for 15 to 20 people
  • therapy room for two people. 

Location, opening times and accessibility

Address

Vibast Community Centre
167 Old Street
London EC1V 9NH

Contact us

Phone: 020 7527 4605

Opening times

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Accessibility

The centre is level access.

Activities

The centre offers a range of activities and services for local people, including:

  • activities for children and families 
  • adult learning 
  • information and advice 
  • exercise classes 
  • social activities 
  • warm hub.

See more information about activities on Find Your Islington.

Hall and room hire

Vibast Community Centre has several spaces for hire for activities or events.

  • Large main hall with an outdoor area 
  • Fully-fitted commercial kitchen
  • Meeting rooms
  • Therapy room.

Cost and booking

For hire prices and booking, call us during office hours on 020 7527 4605 or email us at vibast@islington.gov.uk.

Get involved

Mailing list

Sign up to our residents mailing list to receive information and offers of occasional offers on activities. 

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Quarterly newsletter

Get a newsletter every three months about the centre’s programme and activities. This is delivered to your door, and if you sign up you will also get an email version.

Volunteering

We are always looking for more help. If you want to contribute your time and skills or have ideas for a project you would like to run at the centre, please contact us by email on vibast@islington.gov.uk.

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