Q: Is there parking at the studios?

A: Yes, we  have parking for up to 40 cars from 6pm weekdays and all weekend. The carpark is via barrier access. The code for the barriers will be issued to you to distribute to your guest.

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Q: Are tables and chairs included?

A: 10-14 trestle tables and 9 round tables. Additional tables can be hire at £15 per table. Black table covers are included, but other colours can be hired at £10 each.

e included, but other colours can be hired at £10 each.

Q: Can we hire in other chairs and tables?

A: Yes. Please bear in mind drop off and pick up into your hire time.

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Q: Can we use our own event suppliers?

A: Yes, provided they are covered by their own Public Liability Insurance (we will need to have site of this before your event).

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Q: Can we bring in our own catering?​

A: Yes, if they are a professional caterer we need sight of their Mobile Catering/Public Liability Insurance and Food & Hygiene Certificate. View our External Catering Policy HERE.

However, if your family is providing homemade food not using a professional kitchen, the Boathouse CIC has no liability for any food poisoning or other catering related incidents.

 

Q: Do you have a kitchen?

A: Yes, we have a small kitchen area, but it is not licensed for cooking. It can be used only for stacking and storing. We have two microwaves that can be used. Hires usually bring in their own chafing dishes or hotplates. All food is to be pre cooked and served from the hired studio. Fryers, grills, etc, are not permitted.

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Q: Can we use hot water urns?

A: Yes, but must not be taken into the studios full of water.

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Q: Can we have a bouncy castle/soft play?

A: Yes, size can range between 8ft wide x 11ft long - 11ft wide x 15ft long. Visit our Trusted Suppliers Page for recommendations. Please bear in mind bouncy castles and soft play will reduce the studio capacity.

 

Q: Is the venue accessible?

A: Yes. there is a lift located on the group floor and accessible toilet available.

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Q: Is there baby changing area?

A: Yes, located in the accessible toilet.

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Q: Is the Barge Aground (library) included in the hire of the Fishing Smack?

A: Yes  

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Q: Can the studios be decorated?

A:  Yes. However, we ask that only white tack to be used when sticking things on the walls and no confetti balloons.

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Q: Can we have separate male and female areas?

A: Yes. We can separate the Fishing Smack and Blue Anchor by using our black room dividers.

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Q: Do you have a sound system?

A: Yes. We have a high quality amplifier that connects to Bluetooth. You are able to pair your phone or tablet.

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Q: Can our suppliers drop things off the day before?

A: Yes. This is occasionally possible by negotiation and depends if we have staff available already onsite and if there are no other events at that time. subject to additional charges.

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For more FAQ visit our FAQ PAGE

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