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The Octagon Theatre provides an ideal central venue for meetings and small events . Steve Arnfield, Director of Finance, Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council.


If you are looking to hire a room or venue in the centre of Bolton, look no further than the Octagon Theatre.
With a number of versatile space to choose from, the Octagon makes a unique venue for meetings, corporate events, presentations, small conferences and functions.The Theatre's convenient location - in the heart of Bolton Town Centre, close to rail , bus and road links with accessible, secure parking nearby - makes it an ideal choice for your corporate event.

Our experienced team is committed to delivering exceptional catering, coupled with high quality, friendly service. With the assistance of a designated personal contact and flexible hourly room hire rates to suit your budget, we can ensure your event is a great success.

Main Auditorium

Price on enquiry

The Theatre’s main auditorium is an intimate, accessible, flexible space with raked seating (up to 350 seats max) and can be hired out for meetings, conferences or corporate events (subject to availability).

  • Well equipped with comfortable seating
  • Full technical support including sound, lighting and video
  • infrared system installed which can assist those with hearing impairment
  • Receivers available to hire
 

Hospitality Suite
£30 per hour (+ VAT)

The Octagon’s stylish, conference and hospitality suite is a favourite with local businesses and is in much demand. This unique space offers large glass windows and fabulous views over Bolton's historic Le Mans Crescent.

  •  The suite can be set-up according to your needs with seating for up to 40 people in theatre style and 25 people in boardroom style
  •  Projector screen, flip chart and TV/DVD are available to hire
  •  Experienced on-site caterers
  •  Fully accessible to all patrons
  •  Induction loop fitted
 

 

William Hare Bar
£30 per hour (+ VAT)


The William Hare Bar, benefitting from floor to ceiling windows providing wonderful views, is ideal for informal meetings, workshops and events. This area is particularly suitable for events requiring group work as the groups can be located in different areas of the bar. Why not consider hiring the Hospitality Suite as a break-out area?

  • Maximum capacity of 100 (standing) but can be adapted to theatre style (30 people) and boardroom style (12 people)
  • Projector screen, flip chart and TV/DVD are available to hire
  • Experienced on site caterers
  • Fully accessible to all patrons
 

The Bill Naughton Studio Theatre
Price on enquiry


The Octagon’s intimate studio theatre provides seating for up to 75 people and can be used as a lecture or meeting room. the space is equipped with full technical facilities and is fully accessible to all patrons.

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For more information on meeting room and theatre hire, including catering enquiries, please contact Vicky Gashe:

 

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