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

The Bowl venue hire starts at £70,000 + VAT per day, with some quotes showing £100,000 per day minimum. This is for the main Bowl arena space which accommodates larger events requiring significant capacity.

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

The Bowl is designed for large-scale events requiring significant capacity, typically 4,000+ attendees. It's suitable for conferences, corporate events, concerts, and award ceremonies that need arena-style space with plenary and expo areas.

Are there smaller, more affordable spaces available at Co-op Live for events under 1,000 people?

While The Bowl has minimum hire costs of £70,000-£100,000+ VAT per day, Co-op Live has 5 unique flexible spaces across 3 levels accommodating 50-20,000 attendees. Specific pricing for smaller spaces like the Pop-up space is not detailed in available information.

What catering options and costs are available for conferences and corporate events?

Conference catering includes arrival pastries, 3 servings of tea & coffee, and sandwich lunch at £30 per person per day. For evening events, canapés (choice of 3) cost £17 per person and 2-hour drinks packages with unlimited house beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks cost £33 per person.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included with venue hire?

Co-op Live features state-of-the-art AV equipment and exceptional acoustics as standard. Specific technical requirements like screens, PA systems, lapel microphones, staging, and projectors are available, though exact costs and inclusion details vary by space and event requirements.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the booking process?

Concert dates can block availability well in advance, as shown by confirmed concerts preventing bookings for specific dates. The venue requires detailed event briefs including dates, numbers, layout requirements, AV needs, and catering specifications to provide accurate quotes.

Are there additional setup costs beyond the daily venue hire?

Yes, setup days incur additional charges. For large events in The Bowl, setup day venue hire costs £30,000 + VAT, which is separate from the main event day hire of £70,000-£100,000+ VAT per day.

What are the venue's sustainability credentials and green initiatives?

Co-op Live operates with zero waste to landfill, uses 100% green electricity, and has over 6,000 solar panels installed. Sustainability is core to their operations, making it suitable for organizations with environmental commitments.

Can the venue accommodate accessibility requirements and special dietary needs?

The venue can accommodate accessibility requirements including wheelchair access to stages and general venue areas. Catering can accommodate various dietary requirements, though specific accessibility features and dietary options should be confirmed during the booking process.

What merchandise and exhibition space is available for events?

The venue can accommodate merchandise sales in foyer areas and exhibition stalls for conferences. Space for approximately 12 tabletop stalls with pop-up banners is available in catering areas to maximize footfall during networking sessions.