Useful Stuff
FAQs - this list is not intended to be exhaustive. If you have any questions that are not shown here then please get in touch with the office.
Which hall do I need?
Capacity of the halls
Large Hall
Small Hall
Combined
These are the maximum permitted numbers for fire regulations.
When planning your event remember to include any entertainers and catering staff in your total.
How many tables and chairs do you have?
The Centre has the following tables available
8 Adult rectangular 183cm x 76cm
8 Adult circular 153cm diameter
3 Infant rectangular 183cm x 76cm*
Each table will seat 8 guests
240 Adult chairs
24 Infant chairs*
*If you want the infant tables and chairs at your event please let us know at the time of booking, they are allocated on request.
Can we have a bouncy castle?
Yes but you are responsible for ensuring that your provider has insurance that covers any damage to the Centre.
Do you provide consumables?
We provide soap and paper towels in the kitchen and toilets.
We do not provide bin bags, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets or tea towels.
What kitchen equipment is available?
The shared kitchen has an oven, an induction hob which will only work with our pans, a small fridge and a microwave. There is a kettle for general use and a hot water boiler for making hot drinks on demand. There are also utensils, cutlery, crockery, glasses and jugs. If you need to use the oven and hob for your event please let us know as we can liase with any other users of the Centre.
Can I bring in caterers?
Yes we welcome caterers at the Centre but we do not allow any cooking appliances or equipment that requires an extra fuel source to be brought into the Centre.
Can we have alcohol at our event?
Yes but if you intend to sell alcohol you must provide the Centre staff with sight of the license within 7 days of your event - a photocopy will not be accepted.
Can we decorate the hall?
Yes you can but please no blu-tack or sticky tape on the walls. If you want to stick up banners please use the hooks provided or stick your decorations to the woodwork or the acoustic screen. Please remember to bring your own sticky tape and blu-tack!
Can we have helium balloons at our event?
Yes you are welcome to have balloons but please ensure that they are anchored down securely. The design of our building means that you will not be able to recover them and if they subsequently set off the alarm you will be charged for the staff call-out.