Rates and bookings

How much does it cost to hire THREE ROOMS for a pop-up or event?

Our pop-up rate is £799 per full week. That's around half the average cost of hiring somewhere similar in zone 3.

Can I have the space at an even lower rate?
Three Rooms is a labour of love. For much of the year we subsidise emerging artists so they can show their work, and we can't go any lower and stay afloat. We do sometimes have time-limited offers, and occasionally there are last minute cancellations or unbooked slots at bargain rates (less than 3 weeks' notice) - please get in touch to go on our pop-up mailing list, and follow @threerooms_e17 to hear first.

Can I hire the space for a weekend or a few days?
We only hire in blocks of one week, Tuesday 9am to Monday 5pm, to avoid 'orphan' days.

Can I start my booking on a day other than Tuesday?
Hire blocks start on Tuesday so you can be open on both Saturday and Sunday and de-install Monday. We can check you in later if you want, but you'd still have to check out on Monday 5pm sharp.

Installing

Why do you have a hanging system?
To keep our hire rates this low, we've reduced maintenance costs to a minimum. A hanging system allows artwork and items for sale to be hung from transparent cords from a rail at ceiling height, for quick install and de-install. It can cope with most things! Find out more about the hanging system here.

Can I drill into the walls, or stick anything directly to them?
Drilling isn't possible for short term bookings, but we allow certain sticky products for a £30 supplement to cover the extra wear and tear caused by even 'non-marking' or 'no-stain' products.

Only these specific branded products are covered by the supplement:

3M Command Strips™ (no other brand)

Yellow Frogtape™ (no other colour or brand)

You'll still need to make sure the walls aren't damaged, so removing the products carefully is important.

IMPORTANT: blu tack or white tack leave permanent recurring stains - there's a penalty if you use them and any other non-specified products.

Openings

What do you provide for openings/private views?
There’s a fridge to cool drinks and a small table to put them on. You’ll need to provide glasses or paper cups for your guests.
We can provide a blank floorplan for your exhibition handout.

How late can my opening run?
We've committed to an 8pm finish because they're a weekly thing for our lovely neighbours, but there are lots of places nearby to continue your gathering - just let your IG followers know where the after-party will be.

What's included in the price?

Electricity
Lighting and electricity is included.

Heating
Gas central heating is included in the hire rate, capped at £35 per week. This is plenty for a comfortable temperature in winter, but allows those who need it super warm to pay for that option. We'll take a meter reading at the start, and show you how to keep tabs on how much you're using.

Wifi
We'll give you the password at check-in

Alarm system
We'll show you how to use it and give you the code at check-in.

What other equipment is provided?
See our full kit list here.

Do you provide tech help?
We’ll show you how to use the hanging system, but you’ll need to do the install yourself or hire a tech to help you.

Is staffing included in the rate?
No! But we provide two sets of keys and a keysafe so you can share the load.

Do I need public liability insurance?
Yes, you'll need to show us this before your booking begins - short-term cover is available at reasonable rates.

Is parking included in the rate?
Street parking is free between 4pm and 10am - after that, you'll need a visitors permit which we can provide at £15 per day.

Do you have window grilles?
No, but the space is alarmed and in a very safe and alert residential neighbourhood.

During your booking

Can I run a workshop during my hire?
Yes, we’re open to almost anything which won’t cause damage or be loud - please check with us before booking (we can’t accommodate children’s workshops unfortunately.)

Are performances ok?
Please have a chat with us first, we'll do our best to accommodate.

Can we use the garden?
Yes, for lunch breaks etc, but it isn’t accessible to the public yet.

Can the front area be used?
Yes it can as long as you don't extend onto the pavement itself.

Can I use window vinyls?
Yes, we have a great recommendation who will print and install your window lettering.

Do you have A-boards?
Yes, one for outside the gallery, another to leave near the busy Orford Rd shops and cafes. Both take A2 or A3 posters. See our full kit list below.

When do I pick up the keys?
We'll meet you at 9am on the Tuesday of your booking for Check In - it takes around 30 minutes to show you the lighting, alarm, and hanging systems, and make a short video as a record of the condition of the space. The refundable £500 damage deposit is done by bank transfer at that point, and then we'll give you 2 sets of keys and an alarm fob, and you'll be ready to install. If you'd like to meet later than 9am just give us a bit of notice.

General
2 sets of keys and keysafe
1 alarm fob
alarm code
wifi code

Installation
6 white plinths
hanging cords - +/- 40 at < 1.5m, and 10 at 3m long
hooks - five types
2 x hanging rods for very heavy work.
tape measure + scissors + hacksaw
picture wire + clear nylon cord + adhesive spacers
painters tape and/or magic tape for tidying cords.
1 x tall stepladders + 1 x short stepladder
spirit level + laser level

folding chair
small table for drinks (needs a tablecloth)

2 A-boards for up to A2 size poster

Full kit list

Kitchen / bathroom
fridge + kettle + glasses + small plates + cutlery for 4 + washing-up liquid
1 loo roll

Cleaning
1 bin bag
3 x cloths (kitchen | toilet | bathroom)
cleaning spray + window cleaning spray
magic erasers
vacuum cleaner + mop + bucket + dustpan and brush
Squeegee for windows
yard brush