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The Upper Hall

Ideal for gigs, parties, conferences or weddings, our space in the The Upper Hall provides the perfect backdrop for a range of events. Originally built as a youth centre for the Priory Church this space retains all its 1930s charm with original flooring, steel beams and wainscotting as well as some sustainable 21st century updates such as LED lighting, acoustic treatment and infrared heaters.

We’ll work with you to tailor an event to suit your needs and offer the use of our pop up bar bar, staffed for the evening, with a range of local, craft beer, wines, spirits and of course, world class coffee! Get in touch via the form below and tell us a bit about the event you’re planning.

Facilities

Capacity – 120 Standing / 72 Seated

  • Size 135 sqm
  • Popup Bar
  • Trestle Tables and Chairs up to 50 people
  • PA System, TV and LED Uplights
  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible toilet with Baby Changing Facilities
  • Optional Extras – Glasses of Bubbly on arrival – Canapes

 

We’ll work with you to tailor an event to suit your needs and offer the use of our pop up bar bar, staffed for the evening, with a range of local, craft beer, wines, spirits and of course, world class coffee! Get in touch via the form below and tell us a bit about the event you’re planning.

Download our Private Hire Event Brochure to find out more about pricing, T&C’s and what’s included.

Facilities

Capacity – 120 Standing / 72 Seated

  • Size 135 sqm
  • Popup Bar
  • Trestle Tables and Chairs up to 50 people
  • PA System, TV and LED Uplights
  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible toilet with Baby Changing Facilities
  • Optional Extras – Glasses of Bubbly on arrival – Canapes

We’ll work with you to tailor an event to suit your needs and offer the use of our pop up bar bar, staffed for the evening, with a range of local, craft beer, wines, spirits and of course, world class coffee! Get in touch via the form below and tell us a bit about the event you’re planning.

Download our Private Hire Event Brochure to find out more about pricing, T&C’s and what’s included.

Get in Touch





    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is there any on-site parking?

    Parking for one vehicle during working hours is available on request and a maximum of 4 spaces from 5.30pm to 11.30pm on the event day. There is ample access for loading and unloading via the ramp at the rear. Details should be organised per event to facilitate this.

    There is a specially constructed ramp with handrail at the rear of the building providing good disabled access and a purpose-built WC with wheelchair access.

    An Event Manager will be on duty to ensure that the venue and facilities are ready for you and to ensure the safety of the guests and security of the premises. They have full authority to take any action they consider appropriate to remove or reduce any risks.

    We would request that you use the offerings provided by the team in our 5* hygiene-rated kitchen, who have trained to use the space in the best possible way and adhere to all the current food allergens compliance.

    Drinks cannot be taken outside.

    Yes you can, but please note that you cannot attach decorations or anything else to the ceiling, doors or walls.

    Candles and other naked flames are not permitted, unless by agreement with the venue manager.
    The use of smoke machines, or strobe lighting is not permitted.

    Any electrical equipment brought onto the premises must be fit for purpose and have a current PAT certificate.

    Your requirements for everything you need can be discussed and agreed in writing to make sure everything will be just right for you but please note that furniture can only be moved by our staff.

    Please take away everything you bring. General rubbish should be put into refuse bags provided and left inside at the entrance doorway. Glass should be placed in bins provided.

    An area to hang coats can be made available, but please request when you book. We do not take responsibility for any loss or damage to items.

    All guests, caterers and musicians should be off the premises by midnight. Music must be off by 11.30pm.

    Yes you can, please contact our hospitality team on thehall@thecoffeehopper.com with details of your request. Please ensure that any food suppliers email us a copy of both their Product Liability and Public Liability Insurance Certificate/schedule which must show the level of cover.

    Musicians, are required to provide us with a copy of their Public Liability Insurance Certificate & schedule which must show the level of cover.

    Noise and Nuisance must be kept within reasonable levels (pub levels rather than club levels) so as not to affect other users of the building or people in neighbouring properties. Noise level checks will be undertaken at agreed intervals. Guests are asked to leave the venue quietly and have respect for our residential neighbours.

    Please report any damages to the Event Manager, the hirer may be charged with the costs for cleaning and repair of damages caused during the event.

    Collection of any left items can be made the following morning between 8.30 and 11am. Please make a request in writing before the event if you need to do this. Items left should be packed and tidy ready to be collected. On arrival please ask one of our staff to assist.

    Raise the Alarm (using a Break Glass/Call Point), Initiate evacuation, Call the Fire Service (999), do not return until it is declared safe to do so. Fire escape doors are the double entrance doors by the ramp, the muster point is across the road on the cobbled path to the Castle, please take care crossing the road.

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