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What are the pricing options for Screen 3 cinema hire and what's included?

Screen 3 daytime screening costs £700 plus VAT for a 2-hour minimum hire. Evening rates are £550 per hour plus VAT. The space accommodates up to 59 guests and includes wheelchair accessibility with 2 designated spots, cinema screen projection, and PA system.

What are the hire rates for The Studio and what capacity does it hold?

The Studio costs £1,525 plus VAT for evening hire (6:30pm-11:30pm on weekends). It accommodates up to 100 guests in tiered seating with space for an additional 50 chairs in front, includes a large screen, staging capabilities, cabaret-style seating options, and lighting rig.

How much does the Streetside room cost and what are its limitations?

Streetside has a day rate of £600 plus VAT with a £400 refundable damage deposit. It's a non-exclusive dry hire space with stairs accessing escape rooms, no amplified music permitted due to noise restrictions, and operates within building hours of 9am-9pm.

What are the mandatory staffing costs for events?

A technician costs £125 plus VAT for a 5-hour hire period (e.g., 6:30pm-11:30pm). One event services staff member is included complimentary, but additional service staff cost £396 plus VAT for two staff members.

What catering options are available and what do they cost?

Refreshment stations cost £3.50 plus VAT per person per service (includes Caravan coffee, teas, and fruit-infused water). Drinks tokens are £5 plus VAT per person per token covering bottled/canned beers, medium house wine, or soft drinks. External caterers are permitted but incur a 10% corkage fee.

Are there charity discounts available and what's required?

Rich Mix offers a 20% discount to registered charities only. You must provide a registered charity number to qualify for this discount, and it cannot be applied through third-party booking platforms like Hire Space.

What are the minimum hire periods and booking restrictions?

Most spaces have a 4-hour minimum hire requirement. Screen 3 has a 2-hour minimum for cinema screenings. The venue doesn't allow discounts through Hire Space bookings, and events typically need budgets in the £1,500-£2,000 range minimum.

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

Basic projection costs £75 plus VAT, PA system with 4 microphones costs £155 plus VAT, and lighting is complimentary. The venue can accommodate laptop connections, multiple screens, and has cinema-standard projection capabilities in Screen 3.

What are the building access hours and setup restrictions?

The building operates from 9am-9pm for most spaces. Events cannot run past 11:30pm, and the venue may have scheduling conflicts during festivals (like early June). Setup time needs to be factored into your hire period.

Can external decorations and vendors be used?

External decorations are permitted in most spaces. The venue works with external suppliers for dinner services as they don't have a usable kitchen. However, there's no mention of vendor approval processes or specific decoration restrictions.