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What are the exact room hire costs for the Lecture Theatre and breakout space?

The Lecture Theatre and Reception Area hire costs £4,296 + VAT for a full day (9am-5pm). Evening hire from 6pm-10pm is also £4,296 + VAT. The breakout space is included in the hire fee and provides a dedicated area with catering station for networking and refreshments.

What is the maximum capacity and seating arrangements available?

The Lecture Theatre seats up to 120 guests in tiered theatre style with leather cushioned seats. Each seat includes USB ports, comfort cooling and side tables. The space is fully accessible including hearing loop facilities and can accommodate wheelchair users.

What AV equipment is included and what are the technical specifications?

Included AV features integrated audio system, large screen (1562.5H x 2500W), lectern with 15" screen and PC, PA system with 1 microphone, and 3 cameras for video conferencing and session recordings. The space offers content streaming capabilities to additional breakout rooms and complimentary WiFi throughout.

What are the minimum catering spend requirements?

There is a minimum catering spend of £2,640 + VAT for evening events (6pm-10pm). Day delegate rates start from £94 + VAT per person including room hire, arrival refreshments, mid-morning break, 2-course lunch, afternoon break, and unlimited water refills throughout the day.

What are the standard operating hours and any time restrictions?

The venue operates Monday to Friday with day events typically running 9am-5pm and evening events 6pm-10pm. The venue is closed during August summer holidays and has limited availability on weekends, which are primarily reserved for weddings and special events.

What catering options are available and at what cost?

Catering options include arrival tea/coffee with pastries from £8.50 + VAT per person, classic sandwich lunch from £19.30 + VAT per person, and afternoon refreshments from £7.15 + VAT per person. Bowl food options start from £35 + VAT per person, and drinks packages including prosecco reception from £5.96 + VAT per person.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the booking process?

Bookings require confirmation details including start/end times, event type, seating style, catering requirements, and AV needs. The venue offers provisional holds on dates while proposals are considered. Site visits can be arranged within a couple of weeks of enquiry to view the facilities.

Are there any restrictions on external suppliers or equipment?

The venue has in-house catering services with specific menu options and pricing. External supplier policies are not explicitly detailed in available information, so this would need to be confirmed directly with the events team during the booking process.

What additional services are included in the hire fee?

The hire fee includes the breakout space with catering station, private registration area, cloakroom facilities, temperature control, and basic AV setup with screen, audio, lectern, and one microphone. The space is licensed for civil ceremonies and offers optional top table arrangements.

What are the payment terms and cancellation policies?

Specific payment terms and cancellation policies are not detailed in the available information. These important booking conditions would need to be confirmed directly with the events team when making an enquiry or during the proposal stage.