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What are the pricing options for hiring the New Victorian Loft for dining events?

The New Victorian Loft can be hired as part of the full Underwood Lofts package at £4,950+VAT for up to 8 hours, with extra hours charged at £320+VAT per hour. When combined with the White Loft and Palm Room, pricing is £3,750+VAT for up to 8 hours with extra hours at £320+VAT per hour. Individual room pricing varies depending on availability and specific requirements.

What is the maximum capacity for different dining setups in the New Victorian Loft?

The New Victorian Loft can accommodate up to 180 people in theatre style, 150 people in cabaret style, or 180 people standing. For intimate dining events, the space offers flexible seating arrangements with moveable furniture to create the perfect atmosphere for your event.

What catering options are available for dining events?

Multiple catering packages are available including unlimited refreshments at £10.90+VAT per person (tea, coffee, juice, biscuits) or £14.90+VAT per person (includes soft drinks). Breakfast starts from £8.90+VAT per person, lunch from £19.99+VAT per person, and individual boxes/bowls from £11+VAT per person. A 10% service charge applies to all catering orders.

What AV equipment is included and what are the additional costs?

The venue includes state-of-the-art AV equipment as standard. Additional equipment available for hire includes 85-inch screens at £275+VAT, microphones at £90+VAT, and stage pieces (1m x 2m) at £125+VAT each. Sound system and Smart TV are listed as venue features.

Where exactly is the New Victorian Loft located within the building?

The New Victorian Loft is located on the third floor of Underwood Works at 6-14 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ, adjacent to the New White Loft. The building is a former paper production house built in 1908, completely refurbished with modern reception, two passenger lifts, and is fully DDA compliant.

What are the transport links and accessibility features?

The venue is located just 6 minutes walk from Old Street station with excellent public transport connections. The building is fully DDA compliant with two passenger lifts, wheelchair-friendly bathrooms, cycle storage facilities, and air conditioning throughout.

Can I hire the New Victorian Loft on its own or must it be combined with other spaces?

The New Victorian Loft can be hired individually or as part of various combinations. It's available as part of the full Underwood Lofts package (including New White Loft and Chalet), combined with just the White Loft, or potentially on its own depending on availability and specific requirements.

What makes this space particularly suitable for dining events?

The New Victorian Loft features high ceilings, natural lighting, air conditioning, and moveable furniture making it ideal for intimate dining experiences. The elegant, chic atmosphere with distinct character creates the perfect setting for private dining, business lunches, wine tastings, birthday celebrations, and candlelight dinners.

Are there any restrictions on setup times or evening access?

The venue offers evening before setup included in the extra hours charge of £320+VAT per hour. The 8-hour base hire period can be extended with additional hours, and setup arrangements can be made to ensure your dining event runs smoothly.

What sustainability practices does the venue follow?

Lumiere is committed to sustainability and reducing environmental impact with a positive effect on the world. The venue has established sustainability practices and strategies, though specific details would need to be discussed directly with the venue team when booking.