Business

Dining

Events

What are the venue hire rates for the Boardroom and other business spaces?

The Boardroom costs £1,010.00 +VAT for evening hire (access from 17:30). For daytime business use, Foyle 1 costs £1,730.00 +VAT, Foyle 2 costs £1,260.00 +VAT, and combined Foyle 1 and 2 costs £2,530.00 +VAT (09:00-17:00). The Café 2 breakout space costs £3,430.00 +VAT.

What are the capacity limits for different meeting setups in the business spaces?

The Boardroom seats up to 24 people around the boardroom table. Foyle 1 accommodates 100 guests in theatre style, while Foyle 2 can seat 100 theatre style or 80 cabaret style (10 tables with 8 guests each). All Foyle spaces include modular staging, lecterns, and microphones within the hire fee.

What AV equipment is included in the venue hire for business events?

The Boardroom includes an 84-inch LCD screen, ceiling speakers, wall and table inputs, and induction loop system. Foyle 1 has a projector, large screen, and built-in speakers, while Foyle 2 features two projectors and screens for enhanced visibility. All AV equipment is included within the venue hire fees.

Are there additional security costs for events on Mondays when the museum is closed?

Yes, Monday events require mandatory security at £187.00 +VAT to have the main museum doors opened and manned throughout your hire. This is approximately £20.00 per hour and requires a separate agreement in addition to the venue hire contract.

What catering options are available and who provides them?

All daytime catering is provided exclusively by in-house partners Searcys, with menus available for review. For evening events, you can choose from a list of approved external caterers or use Searcys. Catering is arranged directly with the chosen provider and quoted separately from venue hire.

What is the booking process and payment timeline?

After confirming your requirements, you'll receive an order agreement to read, sign, and return. Once signed, the finance team will send an invoice to your specified email address. For events requiring security (like Monday bookings), a separate security agreement must also be signed and returned.

Can deliveries be made to the venue before events?

Deliveries and collections must be booked for the day of the event only. All packages must be labeled 'FAO Venue Hire National Army Museum' so security can alert the venue hire team. You should provide a list of expected couriers and which exhibitors they're delivering for.

What are the access times and setup requirements for business events?

Daytime events typically run 09:00-17:00, while evening events have access from 17:30 when the museum closes to the public. The venue includes modular staging that can be configured as 5m x 3m or 4m x 4m, and IT support is available to safely lay extension cables and ensure proper taping for safety.

Are there power outlets available for exhibitions or equipment in the business spaces?

Yes, both Foyle spaces have plenty of power outlets throughout. The venue can provide at least one power connection per table/stand, with extension cables available. The IT team will lay cables safely and ensure everything is properly taped down for safety compliance.

What parking and delivery access is available?

The venue has a small on-site car park ideal for deliveries, with access on the same floor as Foyle 1 and 2. This makes it convenient for equipment delivery and setup for business events and conferences.