Lounge Area 1 at Fat Cat Bar & Kitchen

Dining Room in a Pub
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Semi-private area
9 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1BU –
Derby City Centre

About this space

Our lounge area is a delightful and vibrant place for people to get together and it is very suitable for group diners, drinkers, or celebration in silence. The area is very broad and has luxurious booth seating, contemporary lighting, and bold colors.

Ideal for personal conferences, student meet-ups, or company dinners where customers can simultaneously enjoy full-service, creative cocktails, and street food menu.


Prices

Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
12:00 – 22:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 10
Dining
up to 20

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Video equipment
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

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
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00

Host rules

• We do allow for you to decorate the area for your event and to bring your own specialised dessert such as a cake.
• If your party does choose to order a buffet the total cost will go towards your minimum bar spend and help to get your deposit back.
• Under 18s must leave by 8pm in accordance with our premises license and please be aware we operate Challenge 25 policy on the door- please advise younger guests that they will be ID's regardless of attending the venue for a private party.
• We do operate a strict dress code, people will be denied entry if wearing; Man bags, Tracksuits, Sports Attire, Caps or other head apparel, and run a Smart Casual
• All bookings get the room until 2am at the latest, on Fridays & Saturdays, and a maximum of 5 hours per booking.
• We do allow for external DJ's to be booked but we would require all PAT test certificates and liability insurance.
• Please be advised the room is fully cleaned and cleared of decorations after every party, if you need something saving for collection the next day, please speak to a member of management.
• Please note you may be required to sign a contract dependent on the party type stating the terms and conditions.
Please don't hesitate in contacting again with any additional queries or for more information if needed, we'll be happy to help!
Email: fatcatderby@gmail.com Tel: 01332 347444

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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