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What are the minimum spend requirements for private film and photo shoots at Hijingo?

Private sessions before opening hours (ending by 5pm) require a minimum spend of £4,000 + VAT + 12.5% service charge, totaling £5,400 if you don't exceed the minimum. This minimum goes towards all food, drinks, and bingo costs. Minimum spend varies by day of week for regular hours, ranging from £9,000 on Mondays to £32,000 on Fridays.

What are the capacity limits and space configuration for filming?

The venue has two spaces: the main Hijingo room seats 200 guests with fixed seating plus additional standing room, and The Lucky Cat reception bar accommodates up to 150 standing guests. The Hijingo room features stadium-grade lighting, LED video walls, and a built-in stage, making it ideal for filming immersive content.

What technical equipment is included for film and photo productions?

The venue includes 2 handheld microphones, two mirror screens with HDMI connection, stadium-grade lighting that can be adjusted to match company logo colors, and 2 additional TV screens in The Lucky Cat bar. For additional tech requirements including live streaming or hybrid events, their partner company F1 Sound can provide quotes.

What are the booking and payment requirements to secure a shoot?

To secure your booking, you need a signed contract and a 25% deposit of the total event cost. The remaining balance is due no later than 28 days prior to the event date. They accept both card payments online and BACs transfers, and will confirm events with just the signed contract while waiting for deposit payment.

What are the time restrictions for private filming sessions?

Private sessions before opening hours must end by 5pm. The bingo game session lasts 1 hour 30 minutes (30-minute game, 15-minute interval, 30-minute game), so the latest a game can start is 3:30pm. Regular operational hours have different minimum spends and timing flexibility.

Can the venue be branded for corporate film productions?

Yes, the venue can be branded with company logos and materials displayed on the two TV screens in the reception bar, which is included in the cost. The stadium-grade lighting can also be adjusted to match company logo colors, providing excellent branding opportunities for corporate shoots.

What food and drink packages are available during filming?

Three main packages are available: Package 1.0 at £35pp (£29pp off-peak) includes one house drink and sharing bites; Package 2.0 at £45pp (£39pp off-peak) includes two house drinks and more food; Package 3.0 at £59pp (£49pp off-peak) includes a welcome cocktail and three house drinks. All packages include six rounds of bingo and food platters shared between 2-3 guests.

What prizes and interactive elements are included in the bingo experience?

Each bingo game offers 3 prizes ranging from robot hoovers to European holidays for 2 or cash prizes of £250. The experience is highly interactive with winners going up on stage with dancing bots. The Lucky Cat Bar is available for drinks after the 90-minute bingo session.

Are there any holds or booking deadlines I should know about?

Booking holds are typically placed for short periods (example shows a hold until the following Monday). Any holds may be released without a signed contract and deposit secured. They recommend confirming bookings as soon as possible, especially for popular dates where multiple enquiries may exist.

What additional services are available for enhanced productions?

A photobooth with unlimited use is available for an additional cost, with the option to brand photos with your company logo. For hybrid events or additional technical requirements, their partner F1 Sound can provide custom quotes. The venue also offers 3D tours for pre-production planning.