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The Forge

The Hope Centre

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Versatile event space at The Forge, equipped for presentations and performances.
  • From £460
  • 125 Theatre
  • Unknown
  • From £460
  • 125 Theatre
  • Unknown
The Hope Centre's Events space combines a professional stage with full AV capabilities and natural daylight in Sheffield's accessible Bernard Road location.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • PA system
  • Wi-Fi and broadband internet
  • Reception area access
  • Adjacent Cradle Suite for breakouts
  • Full sound, lighting and AV availability
  • Natural daylight
  • Stage with professional lighting
  • Data projector included

The Forge is a beautifully refurbished conference room located in the Hope Centre, featuring high-quality decoration and furnishings. It is an ideal space for hosting a variety of events, including conferences, meetings, and workshops. The room is equipped with a data projector, PA system, stage lighting, and offers natural daylight, making it a comfortable and productive environment. The Forge also includes access to a reception area and the adjacent Cradle Suite, which is perfect for syndicate sessions. With a capacity of up to 125 in theatre style, it is suitable for larger gatherings, while also accommodating smaller groups in banquet or cabaret styles. The Forge is a versatile venue that caters to both corporate and community events, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.

Frequently asked questions

The venue can accommodate up to 500 guests for parties and events. The Forge conference room specifically holds up to 125 people in theatre style, with smaller capacities available for banquet or cabaret arrangements.

Events can run from afternoon into early morning hours, with one example showing 3pm-2am timing for a 500-person party. The venue appears flexible with timing based on the event requirements and discussions during the booking process.

The venue includes a sound system, data projector, PA system, and stage lighting. Sound system costs are quoted separately, and external DJs and sound engineers can inspect the equipment during the agreement stage to ensure compatibility.

Yes, you can serve your own food and drinks during events. Mobile bars and other props/decorations are permitted within the venue, subject to discussion during the planning process.

The booking process requires an in-person viewing and detailed discussion to provide accurate pricing. The venue can get fully booked for entire weeks, so advance booking is recommended, especially for popular dates.

You need to specify the event date, number of guests, start and finish times, preferred seating arrangement, catering requirements (own vs. venue-provided), and whether you want the sound system included. A site visit is typically required for accurate pricing.

The venue offers both an auditorium for larger events (up to 500 people) and The Forge conference room for smaller gatherings (up to 125 theatre style). The Forge includes access to a reception area and the adjacent Cradle Suite for breakout sessions.

The venue provides broadband internet access, Wi-Fi, natural daylight, a stage, full sound and lighting capabilities, manned reception, café, kitchen facilities, and parking. Office furniture is available upon request.

Contact Vimbai Machirori, the conferencing and reception assistant, at 0114 213 2070 or vimbai.machirori@thehopecentre.co.uk to schedule a viewing. In-person viewings are strongly recommended to discuss requirements and ensure accurate pricing.

The Hope Centre is located at Bernard Road, Sheffield, S2 5BQ. The venue offers excellent transport links and on-site parking facilities for event attendees.

More about The Hope Centre

The Hope Centre is a modern venue offering 22 unique office spaces for rent, ideal for businesses, with flexible contracts and excellent transport links. Facilities include a manned reception, café, kitchen, parking, and maintenance services. Office furniture is available upon request. Various packages are offered, starting from £100 (+ VAT), with discounts for charities. The Hope Centre supports both businesses and charities, fostering growth and collaboration.