Events

What are the venue hire costs and minimum spend requirements for OXO2?

Friday evening hire starts from £5,000 + VAT, with evening hire at £11,000 + VAT. Additional costs include catering, production, and security on top of the venue hire fee. A minimum food and beverage spend applies in addition to the base hire cost.

What is the maximum capacity for different event setups at OXO2?

OXO2 can accommodate up to 400 standing guests and 160 seated guests across 537 square metres of open gallery space. The venue offers flexible layouts including theatre style, cabaret seating, and standing reception formats.

What are the standard operating hours and can events run beyond these times?

Standard venue access is from 08:00-18:00 for day events. Evening events can extend until 23:59, with some flexibility for later finishes. Extended hours may incur additional costs and require advance arrangement.

What audio-visual equipment is included with the venue hire?

The basic AV package includes 4 x 75" professional display screens, 12 x uplighters, 2 x handheld microphones, a lectern, and a high-quality PA system. Additional AV requirements can be arranged through their exclusive production partner Vibration Production.

What catering options are available and who provides the food and beverage service?

OXO2 has in-house catering with options including breakfast items, sandwich lunches, tea and coffee service, bowl food receptions, and welcome drinks (prosecco, beer, wine, or soft drinks). All food and beverage is provided by their internal catering team with various package options available.

What additional mandatory services are required for events?

Security, event management, staffing, and cleaning are mandatory additions to the venue hire fee. These services are not included in the base hire cost and must be factored into your total event budget.

How far in advance do I need to book and what are the payment terms?

Dates are held on first option basis for 7 days before becoming joint first option. Contracts must be signed within specified timeframes to secure preferential rates. Deposit payments are required as per contract terms, with full payment possible in advance.

What is the booking and contract process for OXO2?

Initial proposals are valid for 14 days. Contracts are sent via DocuSign for electronic signing. The venue is now operated by C&H (BWG) Limited (a Broadwick company) following the acquisition of Camm & Hooper, though all existing contractual agreements are honored.

Are there restrictions on bringing external suppliers or entertainment?

The venue works with preferred suppliers including Vibration Production for AV services. External entertainment like DJs can be accommodated, and there are facilities for additional elements like photo booths and screens for visual content display.

What setup and breakdown time is included with the venue hire?

Setup time varies by event type and requirements. For events requiring room transformation (such as switching from conference to awards ceremony setup), additional time and costs may apply. Specific setup requirements should be discussed during the booking process.