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The Mercian 1 at The BCEC

Auditorium / Conference Room in a Conference Centre
·
Private space
Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4EW –
Ladywood, Birmingham
Up to 400
seats
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Maximum capacity - 400

The stylish Mercian 1 adapted from the Mercian suite can hold up to 400 delegates (based on theatre style), Mercian 1 features an impressive 5m drop down screen, NEC projector with large built in stage. This adaptable space flows seamlessly from day to night featuring an in-room bar, which can easily be covered for conferences.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Dining
    up to 250
  • Theatre
    up to 400
  • Cabaret
    up to 250

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
  • Air conditioner
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Paid parking is available on-site (6 spaces)
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • Own music not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(16 reviews and ratings - )

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A
Anonymous
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
SG
Samita G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

FAQ

The Mercian features a built-in stage with a 5m drop-down screen and NEC projector, as well as the latest technology required to enhance an event.

Yes, there is one accessible toilet on the first floor.

About The BCEC

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

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