Every event is different, which is why our Community Centre is designed to be flexible. We expect you to set the space up as you need it, and put it back at the end of your event.
Tables and chairs
You are free to set up tables and chairs as you need them for your event – tables are in the table store in the north aisle of the building, and chairs are on trolleys in the side room.
You can also rearrange the tables and the chairs from the cafe space if you want, but please put them back at the end of your event.
Remember: No matter how you arrange tables and chairs you must leave clear paths to all fire exits and fire extinguishers.
Blinds
Ground floor blinds
Blinds on the ground floor windows are manually operated by pulling the cord to either open or close them.
Upper blinds
The blinds along the upper windows are remote controlled. You can find the remote controls in the blue remotes container in the kitchen.
Each remote controls a different block of three blinds. Press the down button once to close them, or the up button once to open them. You can also press and hold buttons for fine adjustment if you want.
If the remote is only moving one blind, press the middle button until all five of the number lights at the top flash together and try again.
The stage
Pulls for the curtains are located at the left hand side of the stage (as you look at it). Switches for the overhead stage lights are at each side.
13A sockets are available each side of the stage, but you need to provide your own extension cables and distribution if you need them. If you plug equipment in you must make sure it is safe – we may ask to see evidence of a PAT test or similar.
Smoke, haze and pyrotechnics: You are not allowed to make use of atmospheric effects such as smoke or haze, or to use any form of pyrotechnic device, without first checking with our technical team.
Lasers: If you are using laser equipment, this must be done in accordance with the latest regulations and guidance, and our team may ask to see a risk assessment. You must not use Class 4 laser equipment without first checking with our technical team.