Ground Floor Reception Space at BFI IMAX

1 Charlie Chaplin Walk, London, SE1 8XR
Waterloo Station (200 yd)

About this space

The ground floor reception is the perfect versatile space that is used for receptions, product launches, talks, and networking events for up to 450 guests. As the entry into the building, this space can be transformed into an immersive entryway for full venue hire events or used as a press or photography opportunity before heading into the screen.

The space has ample marketing opportunities and is a brilliant blank canvas for companies looking to take over a building for the day for their AGM, Conferences or Awards Ceremonies.


Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £2000 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
As standard this space can only be hired alongside the rest of the spaces within the building as part of a full venue hire. Discussions around pop-up or longer term installations would be considered on a case by case basis.
Minimum booking duration: 5 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 450
Dining
up to 200

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Ground level
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Host rules

The client agrees to cover the costs of black wall for making any area exclusive, Wi-Fi, security and crew to move furniture, should the venue deem this support necessary.

Until the BFI receives the signed contract, the BFI reserves the right to release the space without further notice.

All bookings must include set up and breakdown time, inclusive of BFI Technician's set up.

The basic hire fee includes the provision of the following services by the Venue:
• Use of the space & equipment as normally installed
• Building services
• Technical assistance
• Event coordination and Front of House staffing

Any additional staffing, equipment, cleaning, security costs or any other unpaid bill or cost incurred by the BFI will incur an additional invoice. Such additional payment may be required at the end of the Event. The Hirer agrees to provide the BFI with the requirements for the Event at least four weeks prior to the start of the Hire Period. Whilst the BFI will endeavour to fulfil such requests on less than 4 weeks’ notice it is under no obligation to do so.

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

About BFI IMAX

BFI IMAX is an incredible, versatile building perfect for screenings, conferences, meetings and large scale events, as well as hosting some of the worlds most exciting premiere events. The space has Britain’s largest cinema screen, and you can hire the entire building and transform both the interior and exterior to give your event the biggest possible impact.

The 20 x 26m screen and 500-capacity luxury auditorium, with state-of-the-art projection facilities, is perfect for major film premieres, product launches and awards ceremonies. The first floor foyer is a brilliant space for receptions, and also lends itself well to photoshoots, product launches and other functions. The first floor has capacity for 450 guests as part of a reception event, or 200 guests for a seated dinner.

BFI IMAX facilities:
- fully licensed to serve alcoholic drinks and air-conditioned.
- able to use IMAX 2D and 3D, 70mm and 35mm film projectors.
- located one minute from London Waterloo train and Underground stations.
- available for daytime and evening hire

The BFI IMAX auditorium has 497 seats in 15 rows of seats, including ones with wheelchair access, so everyone can clearly see the screen. As well as having the biggest screen in Britain, it’s also one of the best equipped for sound and projection technology, and you can set up temporary stages in front of the screen to introduce your event.


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