Project Space at Art Academy

Team building art sessions cost £59.50 per person (excluding VAT) for the basic art activity with tutor guidance. If you want to include alcoholic drinks like beer and white wine, the price increases to £72.50 per person (excluding VAT). Sessions typically run for 2-3 hours minimum and are charged per person rather than a flat room rate.

The auditorium can accommodate up to 70 people in classroom layout. Studio spaces can handle various group sizes, with mentions of events for 50 guests with rectangular wooden trestle tables available. The venue can accommodate larger events of 150-200 people across multiple spaces, though specific room capacities vary by space type.

The Arts space includes an 80-inch flat screen TV, gallery lighting, and high-quality audio and projection capabilities. For larger events, there's a 5-meter wide screen projector with high-quality speakers available. The venue can provide microphones and sound systems for presentations and background music.

The venue is open for viewings Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. You need to contact them directly to book a specific time for a tour with their Development Coordinator. Site visits are arranged on request and can be scheduled during these business hours.

To secure your booking, you'll need to pay a 30% holding deposit of the total amount, which reserves your date and space. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before your event. The venue issues invoices through their finance team, and you can provide final guest numbers closer to your event date.

Yes, external catering and decorators are permitted. However, for drinks, they either have approved suppliers or charge corkage fees if you bring your own alcohol. Kitchen use is allowed based on the nature of your event, and they can accommodate food preparation and reheating needs.

Food is generally not allowed in studios, though exceptions may be made on request. For catering add-ons, grazing platters with meats and cheeses cost around £15 per person (excluding VAT). Single bottles of champagne for small celebrations may be permitted, but alcohol policies vary by event type and space.

Tables and chairs can be set up according to your event requirements. Some spaces require 3-meter high ceilings and around 8-meter length for specific setups. The venue provides power access and can assist with entrance management and guest directions. Setup times vary but typically require several hours before events.

Creative workshops and team building sessions have a minimum duration of 2-3 hours. The venue can accommodate various timing preferences, from morning sessions (9am starts) to afternoon sessions (2pm-5pm) and evening events. Specific timing flexibility depends on the space and event type.

You can bring external equipment like speakers for performances, though this requires advance arrangement. The venue provides basic furniture and AV equipment, but additional items may need to be hired separately. Setup access is typically available several hours before your event, with specific timing to be confirmed based on your needs.