Business

What types of events are accepted at King's House Conference Centre?

The venue only accepts business or educational conferences and exams. Other event types are not permitted at the facility.

What are the room capacities and layout options for different spaces?

The Auditorium accommodates 400 theatre, 350 banquet, or 280 cabaret style. The First Floor Hall holds 220 theatre, 180 banquet, 112 cabaret, or 52 classroom style. Seminar Room 4 fits 35 theatre, 27 banquet, 21 cabaret, 22 boardroom, or 12 classroom style.

What are the standard operating hours and weekend availability?

Standard booking availability runs Monday to Friday during the day. Weekend bookings are limited - Saturday bookings are occasionally available but the venue is not set up for frequent weekend events, and Sunday hire is not offered.

How long are rooms held on hold and what are the confirmation deadlines?

Rooms are placed on hold for enquiries, but clients must respond to confirmation requests by specified deadlines (typically given 1-2 weeks notice). If no response is received by the deadline, the booking is automatically released and becomes available to other clients.

What are the additional charges for events running beyond standard hours?

Events running beyond 17:30 incur overtime charges of £185 +VAT per hour in the First Floor Hall. Saturday bookings include an out of office surcharge of £26 +VAT per hour.

What AV equipment is included and what are the additional costs?

Standard AV includes flip charts, projector screens, and basic PA systems. Additional equipment costs include: 65" LED repeater screens at £185-£190 +VAT per pair (up to 6 screens available), video recording at £320-£360 +VAT, wall-mounted TV screens at £115 +VAT each, and hybrid meeting rates available on request.

What catering options are available and how are they priced?

The all-day tea, coffee and biscuits package costs £8 +VAT per head. Day Delegate Rates start from £38-£39 +VAT per person with minimum attendee requirements. Hot buffet lunches and various menu options are available with separate pricing provided in their catering documents.

What is the booking process and when are show rounds available?

Initial enquiries receive proposals with rooms placed on hold. Show rounds are available Monday-Friday 09:30-15:30 to help visualize the spaces. Terms and conditions, maps, and directions are provided with all proposals, and clients must confirm bookings by specified deadlines to secure their dates.