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What is the capacity and pricing for The Grand Hall at Olympia?

The Grand Hall can accommodate up to 7,000 people and is available as a dry-hire space. For premium events, pricing starts at approximately £45,000 + VAT per day for the National Hall, though The Grand Hall pricing would be quoted separately based on specific requirements.

What does 'dry-hire' mean and what additional costs should I budget for?

Dry-hire means the space comes empty without furniture, production, AV, or staging included. You'll need to budget separately for all furniture, audio-visual equipment, staging, lighting, security, and any catering requirements as these are not provided by the venue.

How much advance notice is required for bookings?

Olympia requires sufficient lead time for bookings and may decline enquiries that are too short notice. Based on venue communications, same-day or very short-notice requests are typically not accommodated.

What are the minimum space usage requirements for larger halls?

For West Level One (3,265sqm), there is a minimum commitment of 75% usage, which equals approximately 2,500sqm of space. Similar minimum usage requirements may apply to other large halls including The Grand Hall.

What venue hire periods are available and what access do I get?

Venue hire typically includes build day, live event day(s), and breakdown periods. For example, a typical 2-day hire might run from 08:00-22:00 on build day, then 08:00-18:00 on event day with breakdown until 22:00.

Are there restrictions on event types or content at Olympia?

While Olympia hosts a wide variety of events including concerts, exhibitions, conferences, and cultural performances, specific content restrictions are not detailed in available information. Event approval appears to be handled case-by-case through their commercial team.

What catering options are available at the venue?

The National Hall has its own dedicated catering outlets offering food and drink tailored to all tastes. However, for dry-hire spaces like The Grand Hall, catering would need to be arranged separately as an additional service.

Does Olympia provide in-house AV and production services?

AV and production services are available but quoted separately from venue hire. For dry-hire spaces, all technical requirements including sound systems, lighting, screens, and staging must be arranged as additional services at extra cost.

What are the key features of The National Hall compared to The Grand Hall?

The National Hall offers natural light from arched roof and gable ends, a gallery floor with views over the ground floor, direct connectivity to The Grand Hall, and dedicated entrance on Hammersmith Road. It's described as combining the style of The Grand Hall on a smaller scale.

Where is Olympia located and how accessible is it?

Olympia is located at Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London, W14 8UX. The venue is part of London's newest creative district and offers good transport links, though specific parking and public transport details would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.