The Burgundy Room at The Upper Norwood Library Hub

  19 reviews  – 
39 - 42 Westow Hill, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 1TJ
Crystal Palace Station (850 yd)

About this space

Bright and spacious, The Burgundy Room has a capacity for up to 100 people and we can cater for a wide range of setups for whatever event you are planning.

Perfect for charity and corporate events, gala receptions, award ceremonies, product launches, Christmas parties, professional association events, business expos and exhibitions and all other business functions.


Prices

Monday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Tuesday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Wednesday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Thursday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Friday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Saturday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.
Sunday
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 0:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Out of hours costs: Out of hours staffing costs apply to bookings made outside of regular library opening hours. The rate is £15 per person, per hour. Usually, only one staff member is necessary, but multiple staff may be required for larger events.

Security costs: The terms of our license require us to provide two SIA security guards for any event lasting beyond 9pm. There is a minimum 4-hour hire period, and the rate is £27 per operative, per hour.

Bar: We can provide a fully stocked bar for the staffing cost of £15 per hour (Please note that for larger events, additional staffing may be necessary).

Corkage: You are welcome to bring your own alcohol to consume on the premises.
Wine: £2 per bottle
Case of beer: £5
Bottle of spirits: £5

For any birthday parties or event serving food or drink, a £22 standard cleaning fee applies to your booking.

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 60
U-Shaped
up to 60
Classroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Free parking is available on-site (3 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
PA, Stage and Show Lighting
Bar
Flatscreen TV
Conference call facilities
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled parking space available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices (TENs) available
Wedding licence

Host rules

We are open to everything, however, confetti and loose glitter with lead to a higher cleaning charge.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(19 reviews and ratings - )

M
Mirela M.
June 2022

They were very friendly and responsive, great venue, I would book it again

G
Giulia
May 2022

It’s really good

A
Andrea
March 2022

Reply quickly and very nice


The Upper Norwood Library Hub is one of the original Victorian Public Libraries.

Closed by the local council in 2016 the library was reopened in 2017 and is now maintained by a community-run charity The Upper Norwood Library Trust.

The library has several adaptable spaces for hire including spaces within the library itself and a range of function rooms.


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