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What are the exact hire costs and minimum spend requirements for The Forum?

The Forum costs £4,600 for hire between 08:00-17:00, with additional hours available at £500 per hour subject to availability. There is a mandatory minimum food and beverage spend of £4,950, with a 13.5% service charge applied to all food and beverage orders.

What capacity limits apply for different seating arrangements in The Forum?

The Forum accommodates 150 guests in theatre style seating, 100 seated guests with pre-lunch reception, 120 seated lunch guests, and 190 standing guests. For cabaret layout, capacity can reach 85 people by adding chairs to both sides of round tables, though guests may need to turn chairs to face speakers.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included in the hire fee?

The hire fee includes 2 projectors with screens, 5 handheld microphones, high stools for panel speakers, and professional bar facility. All other AV requirements must be provided via preferred suppliers at additional cost.

When is mandatory security required and what does it cost?

Security is mandatory at £30 per hour for events with 100 guests or more. This is an additional cost on top of the hire fee and minimum spend requirements.

What are the standard operating hours and how much do extensions cost?

Standard hire hours are 08:00-17:00. Additional hours outside these times are available at £500 per hour, subject to availability. Early access from 8am for setup is mentioned in quotes but specific costs are not detailed.

How long can dates be held and what is the booking process?

Dates can be provisionally held for 48 hours for initial enquiries, or up to 5 working days once serious interest is confirmed. Final guest numbers are required 10 working days ahead of the event.

What additional furniture and setup options are available?

Round cabaret tables are available with an additional table hire fee. The space can be configured for theatre style, cabaret, or standing reception layouts. Printed menus and place cards are included in the hire fee.

What catering restrictions and service charges apply?

All food and beverage must be provided by The Conduit - external catering is not permitted. A 13.5% service charge is applied to the minimum spend and all food and beverage orders. The venue focuses on seasonal, sustainable ingredients from carefully chosen suppliers.

What staffing and support services are included?

Full staffing throughout your event is included in the hire fee, along with pre-event planning with the in-house team, cloakroom facility, and background music from curated playlists. Additional security is required for events over 100 guests.

Can The Forum be combined with other spaces for larger events?

Yes, The Forum can be combined with other spaces like Dunant for breakout sessions or the Ubuntu Lounge for evening receptions. Semi-private areas in Ubuntu Lounge require an additional minimum spend of £50 per person.