Our South East London workshop gives us a total of 40,000 sq ft of indoor footprint.
The internal height of 7.5m provides space for large-scale builds and in addition, we have another 20,000 sq ft of hardstanding yard area for easy truck access and outdoor test builds. We have a dedicated area of 5000 sq ft for client storage where sets and installations can be kept in a secure, dry space for future use.
“One of our key strengths is our range of departments and skills all under one roof. We have expanded each workshop department and invested in new equipment, benches, machinery and storage.”
Liam Ownsworth, DirectorPROJECT MANAGEMENT
Our team of experienced project managers provide a point of contact for clients from start to finish; costing, advising on materials and construction process, scheduling and handling all aspects of the build from initial brief to site installation and planning for re-use.
DIAGON STUDIO
The Diagon Studio has a dedicated team of designers and draftspeople producing detailed drawings in a range of software including AutoCAD 3D for client approval and workshop fabrication. With our extensive knowledge of materials and fabrication, we can turn ideas into feasible reality along with 3D printing for models and prototypes.
“Project management, CAD drafting, CNC machining, carpentry, engineering and paint finishing are all done in house - meaning that the vast majority of projects are completed start to finish by our team under our control.”
Liam Ownsworth - Founder & DirectorCNC MACHINES
Our CNC department has two large bed 3-axis routers and a plasma cutter. We can now offer stand-alone CNC services, please contact us for details.
CARPENTRY
Carpentry has a team of bench carpenters and joinery specialists that are highly skilled in swift and high-quality craftsmanship, whether for simple exhibition flats or permanent furniture installations. We have a dedicated test build/assembly area of 120 sqm, perfect for clients to see work in progress or full test builds with tech integration.
ENGINEERING
The engineering team, with over 100 years combined experience, work in steel including stainless, aluminium and brass. The workshop is equipped for cutting, bending, welding (mig/tig) and polishing.
PAINT SHOP
Our paint shop excels in emulsion and sprayed finishes including; two-pack high gloss, metallic and lacquers. Expert scenic painters are available for theatrical set work. We have an extensive spray booth capacity of a total of 170 cubic metres.
JOIN OUR TEAM
We are always on the look out for new talent across all departments and especially encourage applicants from Kent and SE London to get in touch. We have established links with local technical colleges and take students on work placements and apprenticeship schemes. We also work with clients to plan re-use or donation of sets to our network of local schools and theatre groups.
DIAGON
Chaucer House, 12 Viking Way, Erith DA8 1EW
We are located within easy reach of central London. Take the new Elizabeth line to Abbey Wood (18 mins from Liverpool St) or overground rail to Belvedere (30 mins from London Bridge) then we are a short taxi or bus ride away.
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