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What are the venue hire costs for Screen 3 at ODEON Tottenham Court Road?

Screen 3 (294 capacity) costs £10,500 + VAT for a 9-hour Saturday hire and £7,000 + VAT for a 5-hour Sunday hire. Weekday rates vary - for example, a 4.5-hour afternoon event costs £2,400 + VAT. All quotes are valid for 14 days and require confirmation with the Film booking Team.

What is included in the standard venue hire package?

The hire includes exclusive screen and auditorium use with in-house AV supporting presentation-style setup, 1 microphone as standard, staffing and technical support on the day, and a mandatory technical rehearsal scheduled at least 3 days prior to the event. Additional microphones cost £50 each (£60 including VAT).

What are the capacity limits and seating arrangements available?

Screen 3 has a maximum capacity of 294 seats in theatre-style layout. Screen 1 accommodates 123 guests. All screens feature Dolby Digital Sound with a selection of standard and premier seats, designed for presentation and screening events.

What catering options are available and what do they cost?

Tea and coffee costs £2.50 per person, bottled water £1.90 per person, and bags of popcorn £4.90 per person (all prices exclude VAT). A water/popcorn/sweets combo is available for £8.50 per person, with the medium sweet popcorn containing 926 calories.

What are the booking and payment procedures?

All quotes are valid for 14 days from issue. After accepting a quote, availability must be double-checked with the Film booking Team before confirmation. A mandatory technical rehearsal must be scheduled at least 3 days prior to the event.

What AV equipment and technical support is provided?

The venue includes in-house AV equipment supporting presentation-style setup on the big screen, Dolby Digital Sound system, and laptop connectivity. One microphone is included as standard, with additional microphones available for £50 each. Staffing and technical support is provided on the day.

Are there restrictions on event timing or days of the week?

Weekend rates differ significantly from weekday rates, with Saturday being the most expensive. Sunday availability may be limited to afternoon slots (example shows 13:00 start time). All bookings require confirmation with the Film booking Team due to cinema scheduling constraints.

What is the technical rehearsal requirement and does it cost extra?

A technical rehearsal is mandatory and must be scheduled at least 3 days prior to your event. This rehearsal is included in the venue hire cost at no additional charge and ensures all AV equipment and presentations work correctly on the day.

Can the venue accommodate different types of events beyond screenings?

Yes, the venue hosts conferences, corporate events, product launches, seminars, workshops, and private screenings. The space is designed for presentation-style events with theatre seating and can accommodate Christian gatherings, business conferences, and various corporate hospitality events.

How far in advance should I book and what are the contact details?

Contact Lyndsey McJarrow (Sales Executive) at +44 7855960392 or via eventvenues@odeonuk.com. Working hours are Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00. Site visits can be arranged with either the sales team or a dedicated Cinema Manager to walk through the venue experience.