Main Bar/Downstairs Area at The Actress & Bishop
Event Space in a Bar
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Semi-private area
82 reviews
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36 Ludgate Hill, Birmingham, B3 1EH
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Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
About this space
Our lower ground space is perfect for your corporate or social occasion with a capacity of 150 persons, a big screen, TV, a stage area and quality PA. A late license and outside decking area as well as disabled access and facilities. Catering, cocktails and entertainment can all be provided as well as technical support throughout your event.
We are in an excellent location in central Birmingham, with Snow Hill station a five-minute walk and New street station a 15-minute walk. On-street parking is also available.
Event offers and packages
Christmas Party Offers
£200 hire fee
Book your christmas celebration with us and let the festivities begin at the actress & bishop. merry christmas!
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
Event Buffet Menu 1 (Minimum 10 Guests)
£5.50
per person
1. Deep Filled Sandwiches and Rolls
2. Nachos and Dips or Potato Crisps
2. Nachos and Dips or Potato Crisps
Event Buffet Menu 2 (Minimum 10 Guests)
£7.50
per person
Event Buffet Menu 1 +
1. Cajun, Plain and Jerk Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs
2. Crispy Samosa and Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Dip
3. Crispy Caulilflower Wings with Chili Dip
4. Homemade Mini Pizza
5. A Selection of Mini cakes or Bowl of Fresh Fruit
1. Cajun, Plain and Jerk Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs
2. Crispy Samosa and Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Dip
3. Crispy Caulilflower Wings with Chili Dip
4. Homemade Mini Pizza
5. A Selection of Mini cakes or Bowl of Fresh Fruit
Event Buffet Menu 3
£9.95
per person
Event Buffet Menu 2 +
1. Mini Jacket Potatoes stuffed with Cheese, Chive and Bacon
2. Cheese, Pineapple and Grape
3. Greek Meze with Hummus, Pitta, Olives, Feta and Salad
4. Salad Bowl
1. Mini Jacket Potatoes stuffed with Cheese, Chive and Bacon
2. Cheese, Pineapple and Grape
3. Greek Meze with Hummus, Pitta, Olives, Feta and Salad
4. Salad Bowl
Event Buffet Menu 4 (Minimum 10 Guests)
£13
per person
Event Buffet Menu 3+
1. Roast Joint of either Gammon or Beef with Trimmings
2. Halloumi Wraps
3. Cheese, Pineapple and Grape
4. Mixed Leaf Salad Bowl
1. Roast Joint of either Gammon or Beef with Trimmings
2. Halloumi Wraps
3. Cheese, Pineapple and Grape
4. Mixed Leaf Salad Bowl
Prices
Monday
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Tuesday
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Wednesday
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Thursday
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Friday
Closed
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Saturday
Closed
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Sunday
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Per session
12:00 –
2:00
from
£175
hire fee
Note:
Alcohol licence until 2:00.
Extension available.
All prices include VAT.
We ask for a 20% deposit to secure your date.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
We only allow our in-house DJs to be booked, they cost £200 for the evening.
Unlimited tea, coffee and biscuit package at £5 per person.
Capacity
Standing
up to 150
Dining
up to 70
Theatre
up to 100
Boardroom
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 80
U-Shaped
up to 60
Classroom
up to 80
Catering and drinks
In-house catering available
Halal menu
Complimentary water
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 2:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions
Accessibility
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence
Age policy
Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00
Host rules
Unfortunately no under 18's allowed on the premises past 8pm.
Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day
Show cancellation details
Reviews and ratings
(82 reviews and ratings - )
AC
Alan C.
December 2023
Party · 100 guests
Would book again and plan to.
N/A
5.0
AS
Athina S.
December 2023
Party · 50 guests
Stunning venue.
5.0
VM
Victoria M.
February 2023
30th Birthday Party · 40 guests
Katie was my point of contact when booking the downstairs seating area for my friends 30th - she was lovely and very helpful
Nothing - atmosphere, music, staff were all great
5.0
OH
Olivia H.
January 2024
Party · 100 guests
4.7
About The Actress & Bishop
We are a popular live music venue with multiple spaces for hire. Located in Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter, we have a late bar and excellent transport links. We are only a short walk from Snow Hill and New Street stations.
We have vast experience in hosting all kinds of celebrations, live music events as well as corporate functions, meetings and networking.
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