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What are the exact hire costs for The Palm Room and what's included in the base price?

The Palm Room costs £1,850 + VAT per day for up to 8 hours, with extra hours charged at £160 + VAT per hour. The base price includes the space rental only - all catering, AV equipment, and additional services are charged separately.

What is the maximum capacity for different event setups in The Palm Room?

The Palm Room can accommodate 100 people standing, 70 in theatre-style setup, or 70 in cabaret style. The space is designed for smaller, more intimate events and is not suitable for groups under 20 people according to venue recommendations.

What catering options are available and what do they cost?

Two refreshment packages are available: unlimited tea, coffee, apple juice and biscuits at £10.90 + VAT per person, or the same plus soft drinks (Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, San Pellegrino) at £14.90 + VAT per person. Breakfast starts from £8.90pp + VAT, lunch from £19.99pp + VAT, and individual boxes/bowls from £11pp + VAT. A 10% service charge applies to all catering.

What AV equipment is available and how much does it cost?

AV equipment is available for additional charges: 85-inch screens cost £275 + VAT, microphones are £90 + VAT, and stage pieces (1m x 2m) are £125 + VAT each. The venue can provide Smart TV screens, PA systems, and other AV equipment upon request.

Where exactly is The Palm Room located within the building?

The Palm Room is located on the 2nd floor of 6-14 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ. The building is Underwood Works, a former paper production house built in 1908, and is 6 minutes walk from Old Street station.

Can The Palm Room be combined with other spaces and what would that cost?

Yes, The Palm Room can be combined with The White Loft on the third floor. The combined hire costs £3,750 + VAT for up to 8 hours, with extra hours charged at £320 + VAT per hour (compared to £160 + VAT for The Palm Room alone).

What are the key features and atmosphere of The Palm Room?

The Palm Room is abundant in natural daylight with calming colours, making it ideal for art exhibitions, creative workshops, film screenings, photo shoots, and intimate events. The space is air-conditioned and comes with tables, chairs, and screen TV facilities.

Are there any booking restrictions or minimum requirements for The Palm Room?

The venue indicates that The Palm Room is geared towards groups of 50 or more, and they don't recommend it for very small meetings (such as meetings for two people). The space requires a minimum 8-hour booking period, with additional hours available at extra cost.

What building amenities and accessibility features are available?

The building is fully DDA compliant with wheelchair-friendly bathrooms, two passenger lifts, cycle storage facilities, air conditioning, and a modern reception with large communal area. The venue is committed to sustainability practices and offers corporate photography, videography, and event production services.

What is the booking process and are there any additional fees?

Specific booking procedures aren't detailed in the available information, but the venue offers free overnight hold for events. All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT, and a 10% service charge applies to catering orders. The venue can provide bespoke quotes for specific requirements.