A secure venue will have achieved a minimum standard of health and safety and taken essential steps such as providing access controls, creating two-way traffic flow and preventing congestion in its core areas.

When booking larger venues, it is essential to check in detail what exactly is included in the room hire. It may sound daft but even check the chairs – some venues include the chairs, others charge per chair. Some include the stage and AV. For other venues, it’s an empty space, and even electricity is extra.

Most events rely on some form of visual identity, be it signage, branded rugs or banners at the entrance. But some venues are rather precious when clients wish to change layouts and furnishings.
When talking to the conference centre, it may be helpful to show them pictures of the events you’ve organised before, so they can visualise what you have in mind.