Events

Pop-up

Weddings

What are the daily and weekly rates for pop-up space hire at 34 Bloomsbury?

Daily hire costs £4,400 + VAT per day, with weekly hire at £30,800 + VAT per week. For longer bookings of 4+ weeks, a 15% discount applies, bringing the 4-week rate to £104,720 + VAT (down from £123,200 + VAT). All quotes are based on 10-hour hire periods per day.

What additional mandatory costs should I budget for beyond the room hire?

Post-event cleaning fee is £250 + VAT per clean, with additional cleans available on request for extra fees. A furniture wear and tear fee of £200 + VAT applies if you use the venue's furniture. Extra hours beyond the 10-hour day rate cost £150 + VAT per hour, and a late night licence costs £120 + VAT if required.

What spaces are included in the exclusive hire and what are their capacities?

Exclusive hire includes all four rooms across two floors: Otto Room, Morrell Room, Woolf Room, and Evelyn Room, plus access to one back-of-house basement room for storage/catering. Maximum capacity is 110 guests at any one time, with the ground floor accommodating up to 75 standing. Conference-style seating is limited to 50 people maximum.

What furniture and equipment is included, and can it be removed?

Otto and Morrell Rooms are offered unfurnished as blank canvas spaces. Woolf Room comes with boardroom furniture and Evelyn Room has lounge-style furniture. All rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi and built-in SONOS sound systems. Furniture can be removed and reinstalled for an additional crew charge, with fees subject to final requirements.

Is catering provided in-house and what are the restrictions?

34 Bloomsbury operates as a dry hire venue and does not provide catering services in-house. They will connect you with their preferred suppliers, including recently partnered Pomelo. You have access to the basement back-of-house room for catering setup and storage purposes.

What are the minimum hire periods and booking requirements?

The venue offers both 5-hour and 10-hour day rates, with most quotes based on the 10-hour option. For pop-up events, they accommodate multi-week bookings with discounts available for 4+ week hires. Saturday hire has a starting price of £5,000 + VAT plus mandatory cleaning and security costs.

Are there any restrictions on event types or guest numbers?

The venue is suitable for various events including pop-ups, private parties, and professional workshops. However, they may decline bookings that don't align with budget expectations or venue capacity. Events with babies and toddlers are accommodated, though the venue has stairs between floors which may limit accessibility for buggies.

What security requirements apply and what are the costs?

Security is mandatory for Saturday hires and certain events, though specific hourly rates and minimum requirements are not detailed in available pricing. Security costs are additional to the base hire fee and cleaning charges, and requirements may vary based on event type and duration.

Can I bring my own production equipment and are there any restrictions?

Yes, you can bring your own AV and production equipment. The venue is open to external production setups, though additional fees may apply depending on installation requirements. Each room has built-in SONOS systems, and the venue provides internet connectivity for events requiring digital connections.

What is the booking and payment process for multi-week pop-up hires?

For extended pop-up bookings like the 4-week hire example, the venue provides detailed quotes with discount structures for longer rentals. Payment terms and booking hold periods are not specified in available information, but the venue works directly with clients to finalize requirements including furniture usage, crew charges, and cleaning schedules.