An event space with round tables covered in white linens, black chairs, and dual projection screens at Rydges Newcastle.
An event space with round tables, black chairs, and a large projector screen at Rydges Newcastle.
An event space with rows of black chairs, stage, lectern, and potted plants at Rydges Newcastle King & Macquarie Room.
An event space with two upholstered armchairs on a stage, floral arrangement, and podium at Rydges Newcastle.

King & Macquarie Room at Rydges Newcastle

Ballroom in a Hotel
·
Private space
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, 2300 –
Newcastle City Centre
Up to 150
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Comprising of two sections of the Ballroom, these spaces offers a flexible 132m2 with state of the art in-built audio visual equipment for presentations. With the capacity for 150 guests in a theatre style presentation, 72 guests in a cabaret style for work-shop style conferences, or 90 guests for your gala dinner this space is perfect for any event.

Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Monday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Thursday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Friday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Saturday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1500 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
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Capacity

Standing
up to 120
Dining
up to 90
Theatre
up to 150
Cabaret
up to 72
U-Shaped
up to 35
Classroom
up to 48

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Australian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Paid parking is available on-site
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 00:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 10:00 pm

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Outside catering is not allowed

About Rydges Newcastle

Rydges Newcastle is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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