The Gallery

Room specification

  • Available to hire: Hourly
  • Capacity (standing): 100
  • Capacity (seated): 85
  • AV: Custom projection, lighting and PA system
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Step free access: Yes
  • Catering available: Yes
  • Available to hire: Hourly
  • Capacity (standing): 100
  • Capacity (seated): 85
  • AV: Custom projection, lighting and PA system
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Step free access: Yes
  • Catering available: Yes

Spacious exhibition and events space with custom lighting and AV options.

The Gallery is a versatile exhibition and event space off The Forum's Atrium. The Gallery can also be hired alongside other spaces and makes an excellent breakout and networking space. It is ideal for:

  • Private receptions

  • Launches and brand awareness events

  • Networking

  • Conferences

  • AGMs 

  • Performances and talks

  • Exhibitions 

Our Venue Hire prices will be increasing from 1 June 2024. Bookings confirmed before 1 June will be charged at the current rate.

Pricing until 31 May 2024

Standard rateNot-for-Profit rate*
The Gallery£85+VAT per hour£60+VAT per hour
Not-for-profit special deal10% off when you book with The Auditorium

Pricing from 1 June 2024

Standard rateNot-for-Profit rate*
The Gallery£95+VAT per hour£65+VAT per hour
Not-for-profit special deal10% off when you book with The Auditorium
*Events or activities which meet and help deliver the Forum’s charitable objectives may be eligible for the reduced not-for-profit hire rate. We consider every event on an individual basis.

The Gallery has a lighting and three integrated projectors. This adaptable half-moon space can be transformed for multiple uses: from a dramatic exhibition space, to an intimate location for performance. Staging can be provided, as well as tables and chairs.

Livestreaming and recordings of events can also be facilitated by arrangement. There is excellent fast WiFi. You can connect your own laptop to the projectors if arranged in advance. There are also multiple digital screens which can be used for marketing or signage.

The Gallery can be booked in conjunction with The Auditorium, allowing for break-out spaces or a comfortable area for catering and networking. It can also be used in extension with The Atrium, if extra space is needed for stalls, or a more private area.

Being a community building in the city centre gave the event the atmosphere we were aiming for

Michelle Bagnall, University of East Anglia, Street Music Conference

For more information and to book contact our venue hire team:

James - 01603 727 963

Kim - 01603 727 964