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What is the capacity and size of West Hall Level 1?

West Hall Level 1 offers 3,265 square meters of flexible space with minimal roof support pillars. The venue requires a minimum commitment of 75% usage, providing at least 2,500 square meters of usable space for events.

What are the daily hire rates for West Hall Level 1?

Daily hire rates start at £45,000 plus VAT per day for West Hall Level 1. For premium spaces like The Grand Hall, rates are significantly higher at approximately £45,000 plus VAT per day for the National Hall.

What is included in the dry hire arrangement?

West Hall Level 1 is offered as a dry hire space, meaning the venue provides the empty hall only. You must arrange and budget separately for all furniture, production, audio-visual equipment, staging, lighting, and any other event requirements.

What are the minimum lead times required for bookings?

Olympia requires sufficient lead time for event planning and cannot accommodate very short-notice bookings. Enquiries made with insufficient lead time will be declined, so advance planning is essential for securing dates.

What capacity can The Grand Hall accommodate for large events?

The Grand Hall, Olympia's premium space, can accommodate up to 7,000 people and provides ample space for organisers to build staging and plenary setups. This makes it suitable for large-scale conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events.

What are the venue's location and transport links?

Olympia is located on Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London W14 8UX. West Hall Level 1 has a dedicated entrance just a few hundred meters from Kensington Olympia station, providing excellent public transport access.

What unique features does West Hall Level 1 offer?

The space features floor-to-ceiling character windows along a curved wall that provide stunning natural daylight. It has its own dedicated entrance and reception area, and can be directly connected to The Grand Hall's gallery floor if needed.

How does the booking process work at Olympia?

Initial enquiries are reviewed by the Olympia Commercial Team who will respond in due course. For specific requirements and availability, you'll work with an Exhibitions Account Manager who will provide detailed quotes and coordinate your event needs.

What additional costs should be budgeted beyond the venue hire?

As a dry hire venue, you must budget for additional security/stewarding, AV/production equipment, exhibition booth building and graphics, furniture, catering, power supply to exhibition areas, rigging, and draping. These costs are separate from the base venue hire fee.

What types of events is West Hall Level 1 suitable for?

The space is ideal for exhibitions, banquets, conferences, trade shows, fashion shows, tech events, and consumer events. The minimal roof support pillars and flexible layout make it a perfect blank canvas for various event formats and productions.