Business

Events

Screenings

What are the exact hire costs for Screen 1 and Screen 3?

Screen 1 (249 seats) costs £3,839 + VAT per slot Monday-Sunday. Screen 3 (81 seats) costs £1,249 + VAT per slot Monday-Sunday. Weekend slots are 12-3pm, 3-6pm, 6-9pm, or 8:30-11:30pm, with evening slots being 5:30-8:30pm or 8:30-11:30pm on weekdays.

What's included in the screen hire cost?

The hire cost includes use of the screen and projector, up to 3 handheld microphones, technical support, and a technical rehearsal of 30 minutes to 1 hour prior to the event day at 10:30am. All technical equipment and basic AV support are provided as standard.

How much does it cost to hire the bar area for drinks receptions?

The bar costs £300 + VAT per hour for exclusive use accommodating up to 250 people standing. If you only need an area in the bar for up to 100 people standing, this costs £150 + VAT per hour.

What are the different time slots available and how does pricing work?

Weekend slots are 12-3pm, 3-6pm, 6-9pm, or 8:30-11:30pm. Evening weekday slots are 5:30-8:30pm or 8:30-11:30pm. If you want multiple consecutive slots, the price doubles for each additional slot. For example, a 5-hour daytime hire (pre-6pm) costs £3,000 + VAT for Screen 1.

What content formats do you accept and are there additional fees?

Standard format is DCP, which must be delivered 72 hours prior to the technical rehearsal. If you have another format, conversion costs £500 + VAT. For presentations, laptops can be connected directly to the projector. Additional fees apply for late delivery or missed technical rehearsals.

How does the drinks and catering system work?

You work with a maximum tab limit system. Self-service selection includes house wine, prosecco, beers and soft drinks at £6 per person per drink. Cocktails, G&Ts and hard seltzer cans require pre-ordering. All food and drink orders must be placed 2 weeks ahead of your event - orders after this cannot be guaranteed.

When is the mandatory technical rehearsal and what does it involve?

Technical rehearsals are mandatory and take place at 10:30am on weekdays, lasting 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on your event complexity. You must bring the laptop being used on event day and ask for Michael when you arrive. This must be confirmed at least two weeks in advance as slots get booked up.

What branding opportunities are available?

A branding package is offered alongside all events, including use of the canopy or readograph, takeover of all quad posters and digital screens throughout the venue. This allows you to customize the venue's visual identity for your event.

Are there any restrictions on availability or booking lead times?

The venue gets very booked up, particularly for weekend slots. Technical rehearsals must be confirmed at least two weeks ahead. All food and beverage orders require 2 weeks notice. Some periods show no availability for the rest of the year, so early booking is essential.

What accessibility and special requirements can be accommodated?

If you have specific accessibility requirements, you must communicate these as soon as possible to ensure accommodation. The venue can provide directors chairs or high stools for seated panels/Q&As, and lecterns can be provided for presentations on stage.