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What are the exact hire costs and minimum spend requirements for The Conduit's event spaces?

The Forum costs £4,600 for 8am-5pm hire with a £4,950 minimum food and beverage spend. The Rooftop Pergola costs £3,000 for 6pm-10pm hire with minimum spends ranging from £4,800-£8,500 depending on guest numbers. The Nobel Rooms (Mandela, Dunant and Malala) cost £2,500 for 6pm-10pm hire with a £2,600 minimum spend. All minimum spends are subject to a 13.5% service charge.

What are the capacity limits for each event space at The Conduit?

The Forum accommodates 150 theatre-style, 100 seated with reception, 120 seated lunch, or 190 standing. The Rooftop Pergola holds 100 standing or 80 seated, with the combined Rucola restaurant and Pergola accommodating 152 seated or 170 standing. The Nobel Rooms accommodate 44 seated, 60 theatre-style, or 65 standing guests.

What mandatory additional costs should I budget for beyond the hire fee and minimum spend?

A 13.5% service charge applies to all food and beverage orders. Security is mandatory at £30 per hour for events with 100+ guests. Additional hours outside standard times cost £500 per hour for The Forum and £2,000 per hour for Rucola and Pergola. All AV requirements for the Rooftop spaces must be provided through preferred suppliers at additional cost.

What are the standard operating hours and how flexible are they?

The Forum's standard hire is 8am-5pm, Rooftop Pergola is 6pm-10pm (licensed until 10pm), and Nobel Rooms are 6pm-10pm. Additional hours are available subject to availability at £500 per hour for The Forum and £2,000 per hour for rooftop spaces. Early access for setup can be arranged, with some clients getting access from 8am for 9am events.

How long can I hold a date and what is the booking process?

Standard holds are 5 working days, though this can sometimes be extended to accommodate holidays or decision-making processes. Some clients have been offered holds until specific dates (like 'until Thursday 14th'). The venue requires final guest numbers 10 working days before the event, and you can book for fewer guests initially and increase numbers later without changing contract costs.

What AV equipment is included and what requires external suppliers?

The Forum includes 2 projectors with screens, 5 handheld microphones, and high stools for panel speakers. The Nobel Rooms include 2 projectors with screens, background music, and 3 handheld microphones. However, all AV requirements for Rooftop spaces (Pergola/Rucola) must be provided via preferred suppliers at additional cost, with only basic background music from curated playlists included.

Are there any restrictions on dates, times, or event types?

The venue has cultural programming events that may affect availability, such as Bella Ballerina shows. The Rooftop Pergola is licensed until 10pm. Semi-private hire of The Pergola is usually only offered on weekends. Some dates may be held on 'second option' meaning another client has first priority. The venue can accommodate DJs and entertainment but specific noise restrictions aren't detailed.

What catering options and pricing should I expect?

Summer packages for the Rooftop start from £65 per person, with standing menus at £85 per person including Golden Hour spritz, tailored menus, and background music. Festive menus are priced at £70 or £90 per person depending on the menu chosen. The Ubuntu Lounge requires a minimum spend of £50 per person for semi-private sections. All catering is subject to the 13.5% service charge.

Can I bring external suppliers and what are the restrictions?

The venue allows external DJs and entertainment suppliers, as evidenced by clients bringing their own DJs for events. However, all AV requirements for Rooftop spaces must be provided through their preferred suppliers. The venue has an in-house culinary team and appears to handle all food and beverage internally, with no mention of external catering being permitted.

What discounts or package deals are available?

The venue offers various discounts including 20% off Nobel Rooms hire (reducing £2,500 to £2,000), discounted rates on Fridays and Saturdays, and significant reductions for certain bookings (one client was offered a £3,150 discount with room hire waived). Summer packages include multiple elements bundled together, and there are unlimited drinks packages available as add-ons.