The Mercian 1 at The BCEC

Hall in a Hotel
·
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.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Day Delegate:
Our day delegate rate includes:
Your Main room hire
Individually air conditioned meeting space
Multiple sockets with USB connections
Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee with Gourmet Syrups, a selection of speciality tea selection, freshly baked cookies and Fruit
Continental breakfast on arrival includes mini pastries
Mid-morning/Mid-afternoon snacks includes superfood & guilty pleasure treats
Hot and Cold Buffet freshly prepared by our in house chefs
H2O hydration stations for still & sparkling water
High spec screen and click share (HDMI projection via Wi-Fi connection)
Premium Wi-Fi
Flipchart (fully loaded with thick pad and markers)

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4000 hire fee per day
Note: 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
Note: 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
Note: 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
Note: 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
Note: 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
Note: 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
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago

Capacity

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

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:30
BYO alcohol allowed
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Accommodation is available on-site
Paid parking is available on-site (6 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Bring your own DJ
Own music not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
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 Notice (TENs) available

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(9 reviews and ratings - )

C
Claudia
March 2025
Excellent communication
5.0
SG
Samita G.
February 2023
Excellent communication
5.0

About The BCEC

Located in the heart of the city, next door to the Holiday Inn, the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre is a new purpose built function centre. Comprising of stylish, modern and practical spaces, high tech facilities and a dedicated team of support staff to ensure any event hosted with us is the best it can be...

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