The Mix at Rich Mix

The Mix is available as part of a combined hire with The Studio for £2,720 + VAT for a 7-hour period (1pm-8pm including set-up and de-rig). This combined package provides The Studio for presentations with tiered seating for up to 100 guests plus space for 50 additional chairs, while The Mix serves as an ideal space for exhibitor stands, catering, and networking with its own private bar. One event services staff member is included complimentary in this rate.

The Mix functions as a blank canvas space that works best when hired in conjunction with The Studio for corporate events. The combined spaces can accommodate up to 150 guests total - The Studio provides tiered seating for 100 with space for 50 additional chairs for presentations, while The Mix offers flexible space for networking, catering, and exhibitor stands. The Mix features natural light and an in-built bar, making it ideal for break-out sessions and networking portions of corporate events.

The combined Studio/Mix hire includes projection for £75 + VAT, PA system with 4 microphones for £155 + VAT, and complimentary lighting. A technician is available for £280 + VAT to operate the equipment. The Studio features a large screen for projection with various AV options, while The Mix has a PA system with microphone available for networking portions or announcements.

Rich Mix offers refreshment stations at £3.50 + VAT per person per service (includes filtered Caravan coffee, selection of teas, and fruit-infused water). Drinks tokens are available at £5 + VAT per person per token covering bottled/canned beers, medium glass of house wine, or soft drinks. External caterers are permitted but incur a 10% corkage fee. The Mix's in-built bar can be opened for hired events.

Rich Mix has a minimum 4-hour hire requirement for their spaces. The venue operates within building hours of 9am-9pm. For events requiring setup and breakdown, the combined Studio/Mix package includes 7 hours (1pm-8pm) with set-up and de-rig time built in. Dates may have restrictions during festivals or other venue programming.

One event services staff member is included complimentary with the combined Studio/Mix hire. Additional service staff cost £198 + VAT each (typically 2 additional staff recommended for 150 guests, totaling £396 + VAT). A technician for AV equipment costs £280 + VAT. Bar staff is included when the bar service is part of the hire package.

Rich Mix offers a 20% discount to registered charities, but only for organizations with an official charity registration number. The venue does not allow discounts to be applied through third-party booking platforms like Hire Space. As Rich Mix is itself a registered charity, all profits from venue hire support arts and education in the local community.

The Mix can accommodate exhibitor stands with 6ft trestles available for £8 + VAT each with black linen included. The space works as a blank canvas for flexible layouts and can accommodate approximately 10 table-top exhibits for corporate demo days or product launches. Various furniture options are detailed in their services pack, and the space allows for both cabaret and theatre-style seating arrangements.

External decorations are permitted in the spaces. External caterers are allowed but subject to a 10% corkage fee. Rich Mix works with external suppliers for dinner services as they do not have a usable kitchen facility. All external arrangements must be coordinated through the venue's events team.

A £400 refundable damage deposit is required for dry hire spaces like Streetside, though specific deposit requirements for The Mix/Studio combination are not detailed in available information. The venue requires confirmation of booking details and timing before finalizing quotes, and payment terms would be outlined in the formal booking contract.