Findr: A Fresh Alternative to Route for Booking UK Event Spaces
Findr is a UK venue-booking marketplace that lets you find and book studios, halls, meeting rooms, and event spaces instantly, without the friction of legacy platforms like Route.
What makes Findr different from older venue booking sites
Route pioneered the venue-booking space but Findr strips away unnecessary friction. You browse for free, request a booking in seconds, and message hosts directly in-app. No lengthy forms. No waiting for email replies. If a host has Instant Book enabled, you can secure the space immediately without back-and-forth negotiation. Findr handles all the payments through Stripe, so both hosts and renters stay protected. As of January 2025, the app supports hundreds of UK studios, halls, and event spaces, from photography venues to creative studios and corporate meeting rooms.
Free browsing with flexible booking requests
Every renter starts free. You can browse thousands of spaces at no cost. The free tier includes 3 booking requests per month. If you need more flexibility, Findr Plus unlocks advanced search filters and natural-language AI search, so you can describe what you need (e.g. 'white cyclorama studio near Hackney') and get instant results. Pro tier adds Instant Book on participating venues, so you never have to wait for host approval.
For hosts: List your space and earn without commission upfront
Unlike many booking platforms, Findr hosts pay nothing to list. Complete Stripe KYC, pass MRVL approval, and publish your space. The app takes a commission only when you receive a booking. Free Host tier covers 1 active listing. Host Pro unlocks up to 10 listings and priority support. Business tier scales to unlimited listings. All hosts get in-app messaging and calendar sync so you can manage availability without juggling spreadsheets.
AI search and advanced filters on Plus and Pro
Upgrading to Plus or Pro unlocks smarter discovery. Instead of typing keywords, describe your needs in plain English. Want a 'bright minimalist studio with natural light and a kitchen'? The AI search understands that and shows relevant matches. Advanced filters let you narrow by hourly rate, amenities, location radius, and capacity. This is especially useful for event organisers and creatives booking multiple spaces.
Who uses Findr
Freelancers and creatives book studio time for shoots, content creation, and client meetings. Event organisers find flexible halls and breakout spaces. Entrepreneurs book meeting rooms for pitches and retreats. Property owners and studio operators list underused spaces and earn extra income without managing rental agreements themselves. Findr handles the booking flow, vetting, and payments.
iOS and Android available now
Findr is live on both iOS and Android. Download free, browse spaces immediately, and submit your first booking request with no payment required. If you're a host, sign up, complete KYC, and list your space within minutes.
Start browsing unique UK spaces for free. Download Findr now.
Frequently asked questions
Is Findr free to use?
Yes. Browse and request bookings free with 3 monthly requests included. Plus and Pro tiers unlock AI search, advanced filters, and Instant Book for £2.99+ per month.
How do hosts get paid on Findr?
Hosts list for free. Findr takes a commission when you receive a confirmed booking. Payments go directly to your Stripe account.
Can I book instantly or do I have to request?
Free and Plus renters submit booking requests; hosts approve or decline. Pro renters can use Instant Book on supported venues to confirm bookings immediately.
What types of spaces are listed on Findr?
Studios, photography venues, meeting rooms, event halls, breakout spaces, creative studios, and flexible office spaces across the UK.
Do I need to verify my identity to list a space?
Yes. All hosts complete Stripe KYC and pass MRVL approval before publishing a listing. This protects both hosts and renters.
Can I message hosts before booking?
Yes. Findr has built-in in-app messaging so you can ask questions about availability, amenities, or terms directly with the host.