Spitalfields · East London
Where East London comes to play, stream & compete
SmartBuildMaster is a premium gaming lounge and esports arena on Wilkes Street. Drop in for RTX 4080 battlestations, book a private stream studio, or line up your squad for our Thursday tournament nights.
- 32
- Battlestations
- 240Hz
- Display refresh
- 7 nights
- Open every week
Our Story
Built by gamers, for the Spitalfields scene
What started as a handful of rigs in a Brick Lane basement has grown into East London’s most-loved gaming destination. We obsess over frame rates, community, and good coffee in equal measure.
- 2016
The basement days
Four friends pooled their savings for six PCs under a Brick Lane record shop. Word spread quickly, and weekend queues stretched down the street.
- 2019
Wilkes Street opens
We moved into our 3,000 sq ft home on Wilkes Street, adding a dedicated console lounge and our first soundproofed stream studio.
- 2022
Esports arena launch
We built a 40-seat competition stage with LAN-grade networking and started hosting regional Valorant and Rocket League qualifiers.
- 2025
Full RTX 40-series refresh
Every battlestation was upgraded to RTX 4080 rigs with 240Hz panels, and we opened our coaching academy for aspiring competitors.
What We Offer
Pick your play, from casual drop-ins to pro coaching
Whether you fancy a quick session after work or you’re grinding toward your first tournament, there’s a spot on Wilkes Street with your name on it.
RTX 4080 Battlestations
Thirty-two high-spec PCs with Ryzen 7 7800X3D chips, 240Hz displays, and low-latency peripherals from Logitech G and Wooting. Perfect for solo grinds or five-stacks.
from £6 / hour · off-peak day pass £22
- RTX 4080 · 240Hz 1440p panels
- Free hot-desk drinks refills
- Steam, Epic, Riot & Battle.net pre-installed
- Adjustable Secretlab Titan chairs
Our Space
A look inside the Wilkes Street arena
From the neon-drenched main floor to our tournament stage, here’s where the community gathers night after night.
Soundproofed stream studio
Studios
Thursday tournament night
Events
Console lounge
Arena
Creator capture booth
Studios
Community launch party
EventsPlayer Reviews
Loved by the East London gaming community
Over 4,000 members have made SmartBuildMaster their second home. Here’s what a few of them say.
“The stream studio is a game-changer. I recorded my whole YouTube series here — the lighting and audio desk made my channel look properly professional overnight.”
“Booked the arena for our company tournament and it ran flawlessly. The staff handled the brackets, the casting, and even the pizza run. Everyone’s already asking when we go back.”
“Five coaching sessions took me from Gold to Diamond in Valorant. The VOD reviews were brutally honest in the best way. Worth every pound.”
“Best rigs I’ve played on anywhere in London, and the off-peak day pass is unbeatable value. I come down after work most Tuesdays now.”
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need before your first visit to Wilkes Street.
Walk-ins are always welcome and we keep a block of stations free for them. That said, weekends and Thursday tournament nights fill up fast, so we recommend booking online or by phone at least a day ahead to guarantee your seat.
We’re open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 to 23:00, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 01:00, and Sunday from 11:00 to 22:00. The kitchen and bar stop serving 45 minutes before close.
Under-16s are welcome until 18:00 when accompanied by an adult. After 18:00 the lounge is 16+, and our licensed bar area is strictly 18+ with valid ID. Tournament nights are 16+ throughout.
Absolutely. Every station has front-facing USB-C and USB-A ports for your own mouse, keyboard, or controller. Members can also save a cloud profile so your sensitivity and key binds load automatically on any PC.
Yes — we run private hires for birthdays, stag and hen dos, and corporate socials. Packages start at £340 for the arena and can include catering, a dedicated host, and a custom tournament bracket. Get in touch with the team to plan yours.
Get in Touch
Book your station or plan an event
Send us a message and the team will get back to you within one working day. For same-day bookings, give us a call.
Contact details
Call us+44 20 7739 2384Find us47 Wilkes Street, Spitalfields, London E1 6QF
Email us[email protected]Opening hoursMon–Thu: 10:00 – 23:00Fri–Sat: 10:00 – 01:00Sunday: 11:00 – 22:00