The Victorian Theatre at the metropole
intro / the metropole in abertillery is a community arts, culture and business centre providing services to the community of abertillery and surrounding areas. for catering, please refer to our refreshment and buffet menu section.
The
Victorian Theatre
Description
This multi-functional area has been imaginatively restored to its former Victorian grandeur, retaining many of the original features such as the original timber roof structures imported from Canada, and the iron columns and decorative panels. Ideally suited for delivering a major conference, this area seats up to 216 delegates theatre style, with a stage area, lectern, state of the art PA systems and lighting. The area may be arranged to provide other layouts for smaller conferences and seminars with ample space for workshops and break out sessions.
Hire Fees*
| Layout |
Capacity
|
Full
Day
|
Half
Day
|
Hourly
|
| Theatre |
216
|
£200
|
£125
|
£40
|
| Boardroom |
60
|
£200
|
£125
|
£40
|
| Classroom |
40
|
£200
|
£125
|
£40
|
*Included in Cost: Flip Charts, Data Projector,
Screen & Hearing Loop
Additional Facilities and Costs
PA System/Microphones £100 /Laptop Computer £60
The
Seabourne Gallery
Originally an open space between two wings of the building, it’s now a light and airy glass fronted gallery, named after the original proprietor – Mr. Charles John Seaborne. This second floor room offers dramatic views up the Valley towards Cwmtillery. This area is ideal for smaller seminars, training events and meetings, accommodating up to 40 delegates theatre style and up to 24 when set boardroom style. For PowerPoint presentations, blinds may be drawn across the glass sided wall.
Hire Fees*
| Layout |
Capacity
|
Full Day
|
Half Day
|
Hourly
|
| Theatre |
40
|
£90
|
£50
|
£25
|
| Boardroom |
24
|
£90
|
£50
|
£25
|
| Classroom |
18
|
£90
|
£50
|
£25
|
*Included in Cost: Flip Charts & Screen
Additional Facilities and Costs
PA System/Microphones £100 / Data Projector £30 / Laptop Computer £60
The
Met Bar
Description
Situated on the first floor, this newly refurbished and tastefully designed area lends itself as an ideal venue for business meetings and interview type situations. When set theatre style, up to 20 delegates may be easily accommodated. The room has two plasma screens, which may link directly to laptop computers for presentation purposes.
Hire Fees*
| Layout | Capacity | Full Day | Half Day | Hourly |
| Theatre | 30 | £60 | £40 | £20 |
| Boardroom | 20 | £60 | £40 | £20 |
| Classroom | 18 | £60 | £40 | £20 |
*Included in Cost: Flip Charts & Plasma
Screen
Additional Facilities and Costs
PA System/Microphones £100 / Data Projector £30 / Laptop Computer £60
Refreshment and Buffet Menu
Refreshments
Teas/Coffees £1.20
Mineral Water /Fruit Juice 175ml £1.20
Biscuits and Welsh Cakes available by request
The Metropole Buffet
£6.50 per head
The Tyleri Buffet
£8.50 per head
The Dance Hall Buffet
£15.00 per head
N.B. The Licensed Bar will not normally be open during daytime conferences.
We shall be pleased to discuss alternative menus and any special dietary requirements.