Whether you want to hold a meeting for a few people, or you are looking for a venue to host a seminar, or a conference for up to 100 people, we could have the perfect space for you at The Library at Willesden Green.
Hire a room at the library
The Education room
The education room is a 49m2 space which is ideal for educational events, meetings and messy art activities.
It can accommodate up to 40 people (subject to layout), and includes folding tables, chairs, AV facilities, as well as a sink for washing up.
Fees
| Rate | Hourly | Half day (4 hours) | Full day (8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard commercial rate | £35 | £70 | £140 |
| Concessionary rate for regular hirers, local businesses, charities, educational events and individuals (-40 per cent) | £28 | £42 | £84 |
The Reading room
The Reading room is a space suitable for meetings, training events and talks or small scale performances.
It can accommodate up to 40 people (subject to layout).
Fees
| Rate | Hourly | Half day (4 hours) | Full day (8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard commercial rate | £35 | £70 | £140 |
| Concessionary rate for regular hirers, local businesses, charities, educational events and individuals (-40 per cent) | £28 | £42 | £84 |
The Performance space
The performance space is a 150m2 hall which is perfect for larger events, including small scale theatre productions and other live performances, as well as group activities such as dance classes and rehearsals.
It has a maximum capacity of 250 people, and can fit 100 people in a theatre style arrangement or 64 in an events round table arrangement.
The room comes equipped with 8 large round event tables, 100 stackable chairs, as well as portable dance mirrors and ballet barres, backdrop curtain and a collapsible stage.
Fees
| Rate | Hourly | Half day (4 hours) | Full day (8 hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard commercial rate | £55 | £140 | £280 |
| Regular hirer/local business (-20 per cent) | £44 | £112 | £224 |
| Other users including charity, education, individuals (classes) (-50 per cent) | £33 | £70 | £140 |
The Gallery
If you are an emerging or established artist, curator or art organisation, contact us to see how we can help put on your next show.
Room hire package
The performance space is available to hire for events and performances however audio visual, technical or out of hours support will incur additional charges. Charges are based on minimum call out fees.
If your event requires use of the sound system (including microphones), lighting or the projector screen, an AV technician is required. Use of hirers own equipment is prohibited unless a valid PAT certificate is supplied.
Please note, cleaning charges may also be incurred. This will be discussed at the time of booking.
Below is a breakdown of the additional services:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| *AV Technician | Prices available upon request |
| *Microphone | £60 |
| **Porterage | £40.50, based on a minimum of 3 hour call out. |
| **One security guard | £92, based on a minimum of 6 hour call out. Additional security guards may be required subject to the nature/location of the event. |
* Other AV equipment including laptop/cables/additional Microphones and lighting prices on request.
** If the event is taking place outside of the opening hours (10.30am-8pm Monday – Friday, 10.30am-5pm Saturday and 12-5pm Sunday) porterage and security charges will be applied.
If you are interested in hiring any of these spaces, you can contact us using our online enquiry form to check availability or you can:
Email: wgroomhire@brent.gov.uk
Call: 020 8937 3400
Meeting rooms cannot be hired for meetings of a political nature.