Suitability
Exhibitions
As an arts venue we are experts in regularly hosting a variety of exhibitions by local and international artists, ranging from art and photography to textiles and jewellery. Prices start from £345 per week.
Public Performances and Events
The Main Hall can be set up in multiple ways depending on the individual needs of your event. We host theatre productions, markets, film screenings, filming and large corporate events. We also have an on-site cafe for all your catering needs. Prices start from £40 per hour with the option of hiring additional equipment as required.
Markets
Being a bright and airy space, the Main Hall is an ideal backdrop for a wide variety of markets, including our monthly flea market and annual Winter Arts Markets. We also regularly host vintage clothes markets and comic art fairs. Prices start from £40 per hour.
Ready to make an enquiry?
If you've been with us before and you're ready to make an enquiry please Check Availability and complete the Space Hire Enquiry Form.
Got any questions?
If you have any questions ahead of making an enquiry, please email bookings@outoftheblue.org.uk and someone in the team will get back to you.
Need catering for your event?
Whether it’s lunch or light refreshments for your meeting, or even catering for an exhibition launch, we can help. To find out more just take a look at our Event Catering page, or email cafe@outoftheblue.org.uk and someone in the team will get back to you.
Tech Spec
Room size: 10m x 11m floorspace
Hire Rates
| Hourly Rates | Daytime (9am - 6pm) Per Hour | Evening (6pm - 9pm) Per Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Meetings | £40 | £40 |
| Public performances & events | £40 | £40 |
| Rehearsals | £30 | £30 |
Exhibitions
| Hire Times | Rates |
|---|---|
| Weekly, Monday - Friday | £345 per week |
| Additional Saturday hire | £138 per day |
| Additional Sunday opening | £38 per hour |
Equipment Hire
| Equipment | Rates |
|---|---|
| Table | £2 each |
| Chair | £1 each |
| Market stall table | £4 |
| Projector | £49 |
| Large wall mounted canvas screen (Dimensions: 335cm x 230cm) | £49 |
| Pop-up screen (Dimensions: 170 x 120cm) | £22 |
| Flipchart stand only | £6 |
| Flipchart with paper & pens | £14 |
| Dedicated Wi-fi connection - custom SSID name & faster speed than standard | £14 |
| PA Hire with 2 mics | £49 |
| Lectern with gooseneck mic | £49 |
| Staging (4 Sections available, each section is 182cm x 91cm; Height: 46cm) | £23 per section |