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What are the venue hire costs for the Council Room and how do they vary by time period?

The Council Room costs £1,650 (VAT exempt) for full day hire from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Half day hire is £980 (VAT exempt) for either morning (8:30am to 1pm) or afternoon (2pm to 5:30pm) slots. Evening hire from 6:30pm to 10pm is also £1,650 (VAT exempt), with time extensions available at additional cost.

What are the capacity limits and seating arrangements for the Council Room?

The Council Room accommodates up to 24 guests in boardroom style, 30 in hollow square, 40 guests in cabaret style, or 60 guests in theatre style. All layouts include space inside the room for catering needs. The space features Edwardian styled oak panelling and is located on the second floor with natural light.

What audio-visual equipment is available and what are the costs?

AV equipment includes: Full Hybrid package with 85" screen, HD camera, sound and microphones for £275; 85" screen and soundbar only for £165; Laptop for £66; Lectern for £22; Flipchart(s) for £22 each. All AV packages include technical support from a specialized technician on the day, and all AV prices are subject to VAT.

What are the catering arrangements and restrictions?

All catering is provided by Company of Cooks, their approved in-house supplier, who provides bespoke quotes based on requirements and budget. Guests can go off-site for meals, but cannot bring outside food back into the venue. All catering prices are subject to VAT.

What facilities are available outside the Council Room?

A registration table and coat rail are available outside the Council Room. The space is located on the second floor and offers natural light through its windows.

Can the Council Room accommodate dinner events and what are the limitations?

For 48 people dining, the Council Room becomes full of tables with no space for drinks or dancing. The venue recommends considering larger spaces like the Library (£3,500 VAT exempt) or Marble Hall & Gallery (£3,000 VAT exempt) for events requiring both dining and reception space for 50+ guests.

What is the booking process and how far in advance can events be booked?

The venue takes bookings up to 12 months ahead. Initial enquiries can be made via email to enquiries@onebirdcagewalk.com or by calling 0207 973 1248. Provisional holds can be placed on dates while clients finalize details, and contracting begins once clients are ready to confirm.

Are there any restrictions on event types or timing?

The venue is not usually open on weekends, requiring minimum weekend hire charges of £6,000 (VAT exempt) for 8-hour access. The venue can decline bookings that are very last minute and low budget. Standard weekday operations run from 8:30am, with evening events possible until 10pm with extensions available.

What hybrid meeting and live streaming options are available?

The venue offers a Full Hybrid package with 85" screen, HD camera, sound and microphones for £275 (plus VAT). For more complex live streaming requirements, clients can use their own preferred supplier or check availability with the venue's preferred supplier, though third-party AV suppliers must schedule site visits and provide proper certifications.

What are the contact details and who handles bookings?

Main enquiries go to enquiries@onebirdcagewalk.com or call the shared line at 0207 973 1248. Senior Commercial Venue Executive Angie Peña can be reached directly at 0207 973 1253, and Commercial Venue Executive Kate Rogers at 0207 227 1188. The venue is located at 1 Birdcage Walk, London, SW1H 9JJ.