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What are the pricing options for the different event spaces at Lumiere Underwood?

The New White Loft costs £2,750+VAT for up to 8 hours (£160+VAT per extra hour), with capacity for 120 theatre/100 cabaret/150 standing. The New Victorian Loft holds 180 theatre/150 cabaret/180 standing. The Palm Room is £1,850+VAT for 8 hours (£160+VAT extra hours) accommodating 100 standing/70 theatre/70 cabaret. La Galeria and Studio costs £2,450+VAT per day (£160+VAT extra hours) for 140 theatre/120 cabaret capacity. Combining White Loft and Palm Room is £3,750+VAT with extra hours at £320+VAT.

What are the capacity limits for each event space and seating arrangements?

The New White Loft accommodates 120 theatre, 100 cabaret, or 150 standing. The New Victorian Loft holds 180 theatre, 150 cabaret, or 180 standing. The Palm Room fits 100 standing, 70 theatre, or 70 cabaret style. La Galeria and Studio can host up to 140 theatre or 120 cabaret style. All spaces can be hired individually or in combination depending on your event size and requirements.

What catering packages are available and what do they cost?

Two refreshment options are available: unlimited tea, coffee, apple juice and biscuits at £10.90+VAT per person, or the same plus soft drinks (Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, San Pellegrino) at £14.90+VAT per person. Breakfast starts from £8.90+VAT per person, lunch from £19.99+VAT per person, and individual boxes/bowls from £11+VAT per person. A 10% service charge applies to all catering orders.

What AV equipment is available and how much does it cost?

85-inch Smart TV screens cost £275+VAT each. Microphones are £45+VAT for handheld or £90+VAT for multiple units. Stage pieces (1m x 2m) cost £125+VAT each. PA systems, additional screens, and other AV equipment are available for additional charges. The venue can provide comprehensive AV packages including projectors, sound systems, and technical support upon request.

Are there any restrictions on event types or timing?

The venue accommodates corporate events, private celebrations, weddings, Christmas parties, conferences, product launches, fashion shows, workshops, and film/TV shoots. Events typically run during standard business hours with 8-hour base hire periods. Extra hours are charged at £160+VAT per hour for single spaces or £320+VAT for combined spaces. Evening before setup is included in some packages.

What is included in the base venue hire price?

Base hire includes the event space for up to 8 hours, basic furniture (tables and chairs), air conditioning, natural lighting, high ceilings, lift access, toilets, and basic setup. The venue is fully DDA compliant with wheelchair-friendly facilities. Additional services like catering, AV equipment, extended hours, and specialized setup arrangements incur separate charges.

Can multiple spaces be booked together and what are the combined rates?

Yes, spaces can be combined. The White Loft and Palm Room together cost £3,750+VAT for 8 hours with extra hours at £320+VAT. All of Underwood Lofts (New White Loft, New Victorian Loft, and the Chalet) costs £4,950+VAT per day with extra hours at £320+VAT. This provides 5,850 sq ft total space across three interconnected areas on the third floor.

What are the minimum booking requirements and payment terms?

The venue operates on daily hire basis with 8-hour standard periods. Minimum capacities vary by space - the Palm Room is noted as being geared towards 50+ people minimum. Specific payment terms, deposit requirements, and booking hold periods are not detailed in available information, so these would need to be confirmed directly with the venue team.

What location and transport links are available?

Lumiere Underwood is located at 6-14 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ, just 6 minutes walk from Old Street station. The venue is on the third floor of Underwood Works, a former paper production house built in 1908. It features modern reception areas, two passenger lifts, cycle storage facilities, and is fully accessible with wheelchair-friendly bathrooms.

Are there any additional services available beyond basic venue hire?

The venue offers corporate photography, videography and editing services, hybrid event production, corporate training, and event production services. They have established relationships with nearby hotels for accommodation at corporate discount rates. The venue also emphasizes sustainability practices and can provide information about their environmental impact reduction strategies upon request.