Knotel Workclub at Old Sessions House

Payment is required in two installments: 50% due upon signing the contract and the remaining 50% due 30 days before your event. All catering costs for food and beverages must be pre-ordered and settled before the event, as this covers all staffing costs as well.

The venue prefers all catering to be provided by their in-house team, Blue Strawberry. If you want to bring an outside caterer, there is a £3,000 kitchen buyout fee required, which may not be cost-effective for smaller events.

The Great Room is £5,000 plus VAT for a 4-hour period, with additional hours at £1,250 plus VAT per hour. The Chairmans Room is £200 per hour plus VAT. The Showroom has a half-day rate of £2,500 plus VAT based on 4 hours.

Additional costs include security (rates vary by event), furniture removal (£670-£915 plus VAT depending on space), and cleaning (£250-£450 plus VAT). These are typically mandatory for events and should be factored into your total budget.

Yes, the venue has step-free access available. There is lift access from street level that takes you directly to the Dining Room, and accessible toilets are available on-site.

The Pop-up space (Showroom) includes a microphone and sound system, plus a projector screen. For larger events requiring additional AV equipment like wireless mics or bigger screens, you may need to arrange additional equipment.

Events can run until late evening - some events mentioned finish at 11:30pm or even 1am. However, you should confirm specific end times with the venue as there may be other events running simultaneously that could affect scheduling.

The venue can accommodate multiple events simultaneously in different spaces. They provide security on-site and can arrange signage to direct guests to the correct areas. The venue team will brief staff to ensure guests are directed properly to avoid confusion.

The Chairmans Room accommodates up to 22 people, while larger spaces like the Great Room can handle 100+ guests. The venue can accommodate various layouts including cabaret style with round tables, theatre style, and standing reception formats depending on your event needs.

Site visits can typically be arranged within a couple of weeks of inquiry, with morning slots often available between 10am-12pm. The venue team is responsive to booking requests and can often confirm availability and arrange contracts quickly once you're ready to proceed.