FAQs

What happened to Peckham Levels Ltd?

On 27 August 2024 Peckham Levels Ltd went into administration with more than £3 million of debts. Southwark Council, the building’s owner, immediately reclaimed control of the site and appointed The Trampery as emergency operator to prevent the building from closing.

Who is The Trampery?

The Trampery is a social enterprise which operates a portfolio of workspaces, venues and hospitality facilities around London. The company was founded in 2009 with a mission to support entrepreneurs from under-represented backgrounds and promote business models with social or environmental benefit. For more details see thetrampery.com.

What’s happened to all the artists, makers & small businesses in the building?

Everyone in the building can continue without disruption. The Trampery has given everyone new licences with the same rent they were paying previously. To help people through the transition, everyone has been given a two-week rent-free period.

What’s happened to event booking in the venues?

All venue bookings are being honoured & events are going ahead without disruption.

What about suppliers who are owed money by Peckham Levels Ltd?

All suppliers with outstanding debts are advised to contact the official administrator Jacob Kench (Jacob.kench@frpadvisory.com). 

What is the Artist Support Fund?

The Trampery is establishing an Artist Support Fund, with a commitment that the first £20,000 of profits from the building will be dedicated to artists and small businesses who have unpaid debts from the previous operator. Anyone affected will be able to apply. Funds will be allocated on a completely transparent basis. Full details will be announced in the coming weeks.