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What is the minimum venue hire cost for The Bowl at Co-op Live?

The Bowl venue hire starts at a minimum of £70,000 + VAT per day, with some quotes showing £100,000 + VAT per day depending on the event requirements. This is the base venue hire cost before any additional services, catering, or equipment.

What capacity does The Bowl accommodate and what events is it suitable for?

The Bowl is Co-op Live's main arena space designed for large-scale events requiring significant capacity. Based on enquiries handled, it's suitable for corporate events with 4,000+ attendees, conferences up to 1,000 delegates, and other large gatherings that exceed the capacity of smaller venue spaces.

Are there smaller, more affordable spaces available for events under 1,000 people?

The source material indicates that for smaller events (under 1,000 people), Co-op Live may not be the most suitable option as The Bowl is their primary offering for corporate events. Events requiring 4,000+ attendees are specifically directed to The Bowl, suggesting limited smaller space options for business events.

What are the typical catering costs for large conferences at Co-op Live?

Conference catering is priced at £30 per person per day, which includes arrival pastries, three servings of tea and coffee, and sandwich lunch. For a 1,000-person conference, this totals £30,000 per day before VAT.

What does a drinks reception package cost for large events?

Drinks reception packages cost £50 per person and include a choice of three canapés at £17 per person plus a two-hour unlimited drinks package (house beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks) at £33 per person. This totals £50,000 + VAT for 1,000 guests.

Are there additional setup day charges beyond the main event days?

Yes, setup days incur separate charges. A setup day for The Bowl and Vertu Place costs £30,000 + VAT, which is significantly less than the main event day rates but still represents a substantial additional cost to factor into budgets.

How far in advance do I need to book and what affects availability?

Co-op Live operates as a concert venue with confirmed shows that take priority over private bookings. Specific dates may be unavailable due to confirmed concerts, so early enquiry is essential to secure preferred dates, especially for large-scale events requiring The Bowl.

What AV and technical facilities are included in the venue hire?

The Bowl features state-of-the-art AV capabilities, in-bowl PA system, rigging facilities, and auditorium setup. However, specific technical requirements like staging, multiple microphones, screens, and projectors appear to be quoted separately based on individual event needs rather than included in base hire costs.

Can Co-op Live accommodate multi-day conferences with breakout spaces?

Based on the pricing structure showing separate daily rates and mentions of Vertu Place alongside The Bowl, Co-op Live can accommodate multi-day events. However, specific breakout room availability and configurations would need to be confirmed as part of the individual event planning process.

What is the total budget range I should expect for a large corporate event?

For a 1,000-person, two-day conference with catering and drinks reception, total costs reach £340,000 + VAT (£200,000 venue hire, £60,000 catering, £50,000 drinks, £30,000 setup). Smaller events still require significant budgets due to the minimum venue hire costs starting at £70,000+ per day.