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Q: Is smoking permitted in the North Range?

A: No, smoking is not permitted in the North Range.

Q: Can the different rooms be hired out individually?

A: We have a policy of only hosting one event at any one time, therefore any client booking the RHK reserves the entire North Range. We do not hire out the different rooms individually.

Q: Does The Royal Hospital Kilmainham host wedding receptions or other private celebrations?

A: We do not host wedding receptions or other private celebrations.

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Q: What is included in the venue hire fee?

A: We will supply 6 ft circular dining tables, 600 chairs, coat racks, stage and podium in addition to on site personnel who will be looking after you event as it takes place. However, flowers, linen, candles etc. are arranged in association with the catering company.

Q: At what time must guests be off the premises?

A: Guests must be off the premises by 2 a.m.

Q: What size are the boards for the table plan?

A: The dimensions of the boards are as follows:

90cm sq including the frame
80.75cm sq without the frame

Q: Are there parking facilities?

A: We have complimentary car parking facilities for over 400 cars.

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Q: Can the windows be blacked out and does the Royal Hospital Kilmainham arrange AV?

A: We can erect blackout material in both the Great Hall and the Baroque Chapel but each client must arrange their own AV. Please bear in mind that once the blackout material has been erected it will stay in place for the duration of the event.

Q: Which AV companies have been used in the RHK in the past?

A: Pearl Communications 01-6230038
CAVS 01 426 8600

Q: Which Entertainment consultants were used by RHK in the past?

A: Seaver Ryan, Entertainment Ltd, Tel & Fax 353+1+2602986
John Brady Entertainment, Tel: 01-4995084, Email: info@jbe.ie
Babylon Events, contact Sarah Mortimer at 01-2862464, Mobile 087-2379852
Geraldine Mahony +353 (0)87-2566122/ +353 (0)1-6110728
Tony Graham and Associates 01-6621434 (Tony Graham: Mobile 087-2437800)
MCI, ph: 01 280 2641 www.mci-group.com

Q: Which design company has been used in the RHK previously?

A: The Company that the majority of our clients use is GDS.
Michael Breen – 01 452 1122 mbreen@gds.ie

Q: Which florists have been used RHK in the past?

A: Floral Events: Thomas @ +353 (0)87-2204754 / +353 (0)1-7078927
Adonis: 01 454 5973
Margaret Brennan: Ph: 01 8689903 / mobile: 087 7736747
website: www.lepetitjardin.ie

Q: What hotel would clients of the RHK regularly use?

A: Clients of the RHK also frequently use the very nearby 4 star Hilton Hotel. For further details telephone: +353 1 420 1800 or see www.hilton.co.uk/dublinkilmainham

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Q: Which Lighting technicians have been used RHK in the past?

A: Andrew Leonard: +353 (0)1-280 5386 / +353 (0)86-2594431 / E-mail: leonardlighting@esatclear.ie
Bernard Griffin: +353 (0)1-2196297 / +353 (0)86-2574403 / E-mail: bernardgriffin@eircom.net
MCI, ph: 01 280 2641 www.mci-group.com

Q: Can signage or other objects be attached to the interior or exterior walls of the building?

A: All signage must be free standing and absolutely nothing must be attached to the interior or exterior walls of the building.

Q: Power points and phase power?

A: We have an ample number of power points and three phase power in two locations.

Q: Is it possible to use smoke, dry ice or naked flame?

A: Use of such material is strictly prohibited.

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Q: Can we arrange for a dancefloor, what size is it and how much will it cost?

A: A dancefloor, 18 ft x 20 ft is available to hire at a cost of 320 euros plus 21% VAT. This dancefloor is placed on top of the red carpet in the Great Hall, the red carpet itself is never lifted. In the Baroque Chapel, guests may choose between dancing on the Liscannor Slates or providing the dancefloor.

Q: What are the dimensions of the podium?

A: The podium is 47 inches high, 27 inches wide and 15 ¾ deep

Q: What are the Royal Hospital Kilmainham's procedures in regard to insurance?

A: Each client must have their own insurance in place up to an indemnity limit of 6.3 million euros. Documentation of such must be given to the RHK Events office two weeks prior to your event. If you don't have indemnity up to the required level you can choose to come under our policy at a special rate of €200.00 per day.

Q: How do I book, and how long will a provisional booking be held without a deposit?

A: A provisional booking of space will be held for up to 14 days after which a deposit is required to confirm the reservation. If the booking is not secured at this time, it will be released without prior notice.

Q: What companies have been used by previous clients to dress the venue?

A: Euroevents - www.euroevents.ie
Ultraviolet Displays - www.ultravioletdisplays.com

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