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What is the hire fee for Coopers Studio and what's included in the base price?

Coopers Studio costs £1,050 + VAT for an 8:00-17:00 hire period. This includes an Event Manager, Duty Manager, Technician for in-house equipment, basic fire marshalling staffing, PA system with 2 microphones, and in-house furniture subject to availability.

What are the vehicle access restrictions and how do they affect setup times?

Vehicle access is only permitted on-site between 8am-11pm daily. If you need additional time for setup or de-rig outside these hours, you must arrange this the day before or after your event.

What capacity does Coopers Studio hold and are there other spaces available?

Coopers Studio can accommodate 60 people. Based on the venue's responses to larger events, there appear to be other spaces available for different capacities, though specific details about alternative rooms aren't provided in the source material.

What are the catering options and associated costs?

Woolwich Works has five approved caterers: Clement Worrall, KERB, Palette, Social Pantry, and The Clink Events. They also offer a simple internal catering menu. If you use your own caterer, there's a £500 + VAT admin fee plus 10% commission on the final invoice.

What AV equipment is included and what are the costs for additional technical support?

The hire includes a PA system with 2 microphones. Additional technical resources beyond this basic setup incur extra fees. For requirements exceeding in-house capabilities, they recommend their external AV partner White Light.

What furniture is available and are there restrictions?

In-house furniture is included with the hire, subject to availability. You can view available furniture options on their website, though specific pieces and quantities aren't detailed in the available information.

How far in advance do I need to book and what affects availability?

Availability varies significantly by date and event size. The venue has indicated they don't have capacity for large events with short lead times, and certain dates may be completely unavailable regardless of event size.

Are there any fees for using external suppliers beyond catering?

Yes, if you use your own AV supplier, there's a £500 + VAT admin fee to set them up on the venue's system, plus 10% commission on their final invoice. Similar fees apply to external caterers.

What staffing is included and what additional staff can be hired?

Basic staffing includes an Event Manager, Duty Manager, Technician, and fire marshalling personnel. Additional staffing such as security/hosts can be hired at £35 per hour with a minimum 5-hour call per staff member.

What are the standard hire hours and can they be extended?

Standard hire appears to be 8:00-17:00 based on the Coopers Studio quote, though longer periods like 8:00-23:00 are available for £15,620 + VAT. Extended hours may require additional arrangements due to vehicle access restrictions.