Arts

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Events

What are the hourly rates and minimum booking requirements for the Arts space?

The Conference & Events package is £445 per hour, which includes the Upper Room (200 theatre capacity), standard AV equipment with 1 technician, and 2 staff members to facilitate your event. There's also a mandatory £150 post-event cleaning charge that applies to all bookings.

What days of the week is King's House available for hire?

King's House is only available for hire Thursday through Saturday. The venue is not available for bookings on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.

What AV equipment and technical support is included in the hire?

Standard AV includes a 150" projector screen, two 65" wall-mounted TVs, bespoke lighting, full PA system, and HD live streaming capabilities for hybrid events. A dedicated technician is included in the hire rate to operate all equipment throughout your event.

What are the food and beverage restrictions at the venue?

King's House is a completely nut-free venue, so all catering must be nut-free without exception. The venue operates on a dry-hire basis, meaning you must arrange your own external catering or use their recommended caterers. Unlimited tea and coffee service is available for £2 per person.

What is the maximum capacity and how much space is available?

The Arts space can accommodate up to 200 people in theatre-style seating in the Upper Room. The total space is 1,700 square feet and includes access to a kitchen area for catering preparation and service.

How much setup and breakdown time must be included in the booking?

All setup and breakdown time must be included in your quoted hours. The standard requirement is 60 minutes for setup and 30 minutes for breakdown, though you can reduce setup to a minimum of 30 minutes and breakdown to 15 minutes if you can manage within those timeframes.

What payment terms and deposit requirements apply?

Full payment is typically due by the standard deadline, or you can arrange a split payment schedule (for example, a deposit followed by the balance plus refundable security surcharge). A refundable security surcharge applies to all bookings, and any overtime beyond your booked hours will be deducted from this surcharge.

What technical requirements are needed for presentations and AV materials?

You need to provide all presentation slides, logos, and AV files by midday the day before your event via WeTransfer to their specified email address. The venue can display your logo on screens and requires specific technical details about microphone needs and any special AV requirements in advance.

Is the venue fully accessible and what facilities are available?

Yes, King's House is a fully accessible building. The space includes chairs and tables free of charge, kitchen access for catering preparation, and the venue combines historic 19th-century architecture with modern facilities and equipment.

How does booking King's House support the local community?

Every booking at King's House directly supports community activities and charities that aid people in the local King's Cross area. The ground floor of the building serves as a home for these community services and organizations.