Business

What are the exact hire costs for The Boardroom and what's included in the price?

The Boardroom costs £977.50 + VAT for a full day hire (09:00-17:30). This includes unlimited tea, coffee and filtered water, plus access to the 85-inch screen, AV equipment, video conferencing capabilities, and high-speed WiFi. The space accommodates up to 14 people around the expansive oak table.

What are the capacity limits for different room setups in the Business space?

The Boardroom accommodates up to 14 people in a boardroom setup around the oak table. The Assembly suite can accommodate 54 guests in theatre-style layout or 28 people for meetings with AV capabilities and tea/coffee service included.

What are the costs for catering and what options are available?

Full day catering packages cost £120 + VAT per person and include light breakfast, sandwich working lunch, afternoon cakes, plus unlimited tea, coffee and water throughout the day. Basic tea, coffee and water service is included with room hire at no additional cost.

Can I bring external catering and what fees apply?

Yes, external catering is permitted but there's a 15% venue fee applied to the total catering spend with external companies. This fee covers admin time and cleaning by the onsite team. You can also bring your own catering for smaller events like breakfast meetings.

What AV equipment is included and are there additional costs?

The Boardroom includes an 85-inch screen, AV equipment, video conferencing, USB and HDMI connections, plus a double-width magnetic board. The Assembly suite has a 75-inch 4K screen, ceiling mics, speakers, and conferencing cameras. All basic AV is included in room hire with no additional charges.

What are the operating hours and day restrictions?

The venue does not operate on Sundays and will decline Sunday bookings. Key staff members work Monday, Tuesday and Thursday only. Standard business hours appear to accommodate full day hires from 09:00-17:30, with some flexibility for earlier access or later finishes.

How far in advance do I need to book and what's the booking process?

Booking availability varies significantly - some dates show full availability while others are completely booked. The venue uses both direct booking and the Hire Space portal for reservations. Contact the events team directly for availability checks and to secure dates.

What meeting room options are available for smaller groups?

For smaller meetings, Assembly 1 accommodates 6 people at £65 + VAT per hour with tea and coffee included. The Herbert meeting room (at St Pauls location) also seats 6 people at the same hourly rate. These rooms include basic AV capabilities.

Are there any size or space requirements I should know about?

Some clients require minimum space specifications - one enquiry mentioned needing at least 45sqm for their requirements. The Boardroom centers around an expansive oak table for up to 14 people, while The Assembly offers more flexible space for larger groups up to 54 theatre-style.

What happens if my preferred date isn't available?

If Liverpool Street is unavailable, the venue can suggest alternative MYO locations like Bankside (5 minutes from London Bridge) or St Pauls. They also have a policy of finding alternative venues for customers when their space cannot accommodate the requirements.