Frequently asked questions

What is included in the room hire price?

Whole Venue (all public excluded):

All event staff (excluding catering); cloakroom facilities; use of lightboxes; monitors; power supplied; PA system; CD player on ground floor; DVD on 1st floor; viewing of any films in stock

First floor foyer/Film Café (public may be in other areas of the building):

All event staff (excluding catering); cloakroom facilities; use of lightboxes; monitors; DVD on 1st floor; power supplied; PA system

Auditorium (public may be in other areas of the building):

All event staff (no catering); cloakroom facilities; power supplied; PA system; viewing of any films in stock

Can our presentation be projected through the IMAX 3D projector?

No. Only 15:70 (IMAX) film can be projected through the IMAX projector. PowerPoint or video projectors are hired in for these presentations.

How big is the screen?

Our screen is 26m wide x 20m high, the largest in the UK

Do you have disabled access and facilities?

We have a full range of facilities integrated into its design and we are proud to be able to say that the cinema is accessible to all. These include lifts, an induction loop, wheelchair spaces, fully accessible toilets, facilities for recharging power chairs and we welcome guide dogs.

Do you have satellite, cable or ISDN connections?

No, but temporary connections can be arranged in advance.

When are you available for hire?

We are available for daytime or evening hire. We prefer not to hire out the venue over weekends, half terms of bank holidays.

Do you charge for set up and get out time?

Yes, as we would normally show films from 10.30am-10.00pm. You will need to hire out exactly how much time you need, including set up and get out.

Do you have on-site parking?

There is no on-site parking, but delivery vehicles can have access to a side door. There are car parks on Belvedere Road, Coin Street and at Waterloo Station.