Rough Trade East provides authentic black-and-white photochemical photo booth sessions in London, United Kingdom, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. Luxury craftsmanship, hand-built in Shoreditch by award-winning photographer Seamus Ryan. This photobooth has earned a reputation for top-quality, black and white keepsakes.
Opening hours for Rough Trade East: Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Thursday: Closed. Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Rough Trade East
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Rough Trade East is listed as operational in London, United Kingdom at Rough Trade East. Black and white strips, £4 per strip, cash only.
Location & directions
91 Brick Lane, London, United Kingdom
Telemetry
- Cost
- £4per strip
- Format
- B&WAnalog
- Hours today
- 10:00 AM – 7:00 PMopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Tariff
| Photo strip | £4 |
|---|---|
| Payment | Cash Only |
| Format | B&W |
Listed price · confirm at the machine
Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Rough Trade East
Is the photo booth at Rough Trade East still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Rough Trade East, and can I pay by card?
£4 for a strip. Cash only — bring coins or small notes.
Is Rough Trade East a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. Prints are black-and-white, developed with real chemistry inside the machine, so expect to wait a few minutes for the strip to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Rough Trade East?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Rough Trade East, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots in black and white for £4. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Rough Trade East?
Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Rough Trade East?
It's at 91 Brick Lane, London in Brick Lane. Pop the address into your maps app for directions.
Can I get into Rough Trade East with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Rough Trade East is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in London for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Rough Trade East last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
Luxury craftsmanship, hand-built in Shoreditch by award-winning photographer Seamus Ryan. This photobooth has earned a reputation for top-quality, black and white keepsakes.
Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: Closed Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- London World
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 1

