Business

What are the room hire rates for business meetings and training sessions?

Room hire rates start from £1,500 VAT exempt per day for spaces accommodating 20+ attendees. The Marlborough Theatre costs £2,300 VAT exempt per day (days 2-4) or £1,700 VAT exempt per day (days 1 & 5), with session times from 8am to 5pm. Additional hours are charged at £300 VAT exempt per hour.

What are the minimum catering requirements and costs?

Most business spaces have minimum catering spends ranging from £1,500 to £3,000 plus VAT per day. The daytime catering package costs £62.40 per person (minimum 40 people) and includes arrival refreshments, mid-morning break, two-course buffet lunch, afternoon tea and coffee, plus water throughout the day.

What capacity limits apply to different business spaces?

The Marlborough Theatre accommodates up to 45 cabaret style or 60 theatre style with a minimum of 30 people. The Green House holds up to 60 for formal meals or 140 standing, while the Edwards Room costs £2,250 VAT exempt for hire. Minimum numbers typically range from 30-40 people depending on the space.

What AV equipment is included in business space bookings?

Standard AV includes PA system with bluetooth connection, roving microphones, fixed digital branding screens, staging if required, LED multicolour lighting, and 500MB wifi. Some rooms feature lecterns with computers, Microsoft Office, multiple microphones, comfort monitors, and infrared induction loops at no additional charge.

What are the standard operating hours and overtime charges?

Standard session times run from 8am to 5pm. Events extending beyond these hours incur additional charges of £300 VAT exempt per hour. Viewings are available Monday to Friday between 9am and 4pm.

Are there overnight hold charges for multi-day events?

Yes, overnight holds are available with charges varying by space and dates. The Marlborough Theatre charges £1,140 VAT exempt per night for day 1, and £1,550 VAT exempt per night for days 2, 3, and 4. A general overnight hold rate of £500 VAT exempt is also mentioned for some spaces.

What is the booking and payment process for business events?

The venue requires detailed event briefs including numbers, dates, timing, catering requirements, and AV needs. Quotes are valid at the time of enquiry and subject to future price changes. The team follows up within 5 working days if no response is received, and viewings can be arranged with dedicated Event Managers.

Can external suppliers and equipment be used for business events?

The venue has policies regarding external AV equipment - clients may supply their own microphones and PA systems, but this should be confirmed during booking. The venue prefers to use their integrated AV systems and will quote accordingly if external equipment restrictions apply.

What catering options are available for business meetings?

Catering includes JING tea and Notes Coffee Roasters with pastries on arrival, mid-morning biscuit selection, two-course buffet lunch, and afternoon tea with cake. Individual items can be priced separately - coffee breaks at £4.65 per person plus VAT, water at £3.45 plus VAT per litre, and hot/cold fork buffet at £39.50 per person plus VAT.

Are there any budget limitations or minimum spends the venue cannot accommodate?

The venue cannot accommodate very low budgets - they declined a £1,000 budget for a two-day conference for 20 people, stating that suitable rooms start from £1,500 VAT exempt per day plus catering. Budget expectations should be discussed early in the enquiry process.