Steve's wedding reception at Merchant Adventurers Hall in York
February 2024
Merchant Adventurers Hall is located at:
Fossgate
York
YO1 9XD
Tel: 01904 654818
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Approximate location
Event facilities at Merchant Adventurers Hall
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Built over 650 years ago the hall is available for private hire
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Based on information in the public domain. Always double-check with the venue directly.
| We understand that catering is NOT provided by Merchant Adventurers Hall, however there are KITCHEN facilities available for you to self-cater | ||
| A cash bar is available to hirers for parties and functions, serving a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks | ||
| Suitable for wedding receptions - so far we have helped wedding hosts with their entertainment and related services at this venue | ||
| Suitable for private functions such as birthday parties, anniversaries, engagements, leaving do's and similar | ||
| Suitable for corporate events (product launches, conferences, training days, awards ceremonies etc.) as well as fundraisers and charity galas | ||
| Children's parties are welcomed at Merchant Adventurers Hall such as birthday celebrations, school discos and proms |
Other events held at Merchant Adventurers Hall
Merchant Adventurers Hall is well suited to a variety of party and event types for numbers of guests typically ranging between 25 and 250 people.
| Event | When | Guests | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charity Event / Fundraiser | Mar 2022 | 250 | Info |
| Birthday (12-15 years) | Dec 2017 | 25 | Info |
| Wedding or Civil Partnership | May 2017 | 60 | Info |
| Wedding or Civil Partnership | Jun 2016 | 100 | Info |
| Wedding or Civil Partnership | Sep 2015 | 80 | Info |
| Wedding or Civil Partnership | May 2015 | 60 | Info |
Supplier Reviews of Merchant Adventurers Hall
Supplier reviews are provided by members of needadisco.com that have previously worked at Merchant Adventurers Hall. We hope they are useful to you and to any suppliers you plan to use for events there.
PARKING | |
| "Paid parking on street outside entrance.
n£2 for the whole night after 6pm (correct as of 19/9/15).
nIf no parking available there is a NCP around the corner." | |
ACCESS | |
| "Approx 30 metre walk down alleyway, down a few steps and through the hall to the setup area." | |
FACILITIES | |
| "In front of large brick fireplaces.
nNo raised area but plenty of space on hard stone flooring.
nNo tape is allowed to fix cables etc, but setting up just in front of the fireplaces allows cables to be run safely. - width available: 4-5m - height clearance: over 4m" | |
| "Short extensions (up to 5m) required" | |
STAFF | |
| "Very helpful and also sent a great deal of useful info over prior to the event." | |
| Dancefloor | Vinyl or stone floor area for dancing |
| Stage Area | No stage area |
| Effects Lighting | No useable in-house lighting effects |
| Haze/Smoke/Pyro | Prohibited |
| Sound Limiter | None at premises |
| Blackout | No effective blackout |
| "This venue have a strict policy as regards noise levels due to nearby houses and noise complaints.
nBass in particular should be limited as there are also vibration sensors protecting the nearby silver collection!
nHowever, the venue acoustics mean it doesnt need excessive bass or volume for a good disco so not a problem.
nMusic off strictly at 11:30pm.
nNo smoke allowed.
nNice venue with a lot of atmosphere and plenty of options to get some great lighting effects." | |
PARKING | |
| "There is no on site parking at all here. Find a side street, pay the fe 924 hour charges) and prepare to carry the gear a long long way. NOT EASY!" | |
ACCESS | |
| "Once you've got the gear to the front of the building, go through a short outdoor corridor into the courtyard, down a set of external stone steps into the reception, down a ramp and into the main hall. Very time consuming." | |
FACILITIES | |
| "Excellent - the main hall is basically a huge, open space. Set up either where they tell you to or anywhere you fancy around the side walls." | |
| "Short extensions (up to 5m) required" | |
STAFF | |
| "There's a full compliment of staff on hand here, all very efficient and well trained. Last orders 23:15 with a very strict 23:30 music off policy." | |
| Dancefloor | Permanent wooden dancefloor |
| Stage Area | No stage area |
| Effects Lighting | No useable in-house lighting effects |
| Sound Limiter | Must ONLY use in-house attenuated PA |
| Blackout | Blinds / curtains available |
| "Being situated directly in York City Centre parking is an utter nightmare! Take lots of change and prepare for a long walk. Maximum sound level is 85db - MUST NOT BE EXCEEDED!" | |
Party Services Suppliers in York
For their wedding reception at Merchant Adventurers Hall, Steve asked us to help them source:
- Mobile DJ / Disco service
We'd be delighted to help you arrange the following services and products for your next party or event...
Invited DJs
These local DJs submitted proposals to provide entertainment for this event
The Boogie Knight
Excalibur Mobile Disco
Groove Noise
PC Roadshows Entertainments
The Disco Co
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£367
is the average price for a mobile DJ in York for this type of event.
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