New to booking rooms with us?
What to expect at The Business Hive
If you haven’t booked a space with us before, the process is straightforward and designed to give you clarity before you arrive.
Here’s how it works.
How to book
The easiest way to book a space is via our website.
You’ll be able to:
See room capacity and amenities
Check real-time availability
Book instantly for the time you need
For members, space hire is added to your monthly invoice.
For casual users, an invoice is issued at the time of booking and can be paid by bank transfer or card.
If you prefer, you can also:
Email us with what you need and a contact phone number, or
Call us to talk it through
Getting here and getting set up
Parking is available behind our building, on nearby on-street metered parking, or in a nearby council car park.
All rooms are clearly identified by name once you’re inside. If you’ve provided setup instructions, your room will be arranged accordingly and is available from 15 minutes before your booking time.
If you’re unsure where to go when you arrive, our team is on hand to help.
During your booking
Our spaces are scheduled carefully so each booking has the time and attention it needs.
If your session looks like it may run over, let us know before your scheduled finish and we’ll extend your booking where we can - our aim is to avoid rushing you while ensuring any following bookings get our signature high standard of care.
Cancellation policies are clearly outlined at the time of booking, so you know exactly where you stand.
Food, catering and timing considerations
Food and catering can be accommodated with prior notice and agreement.
Because catering involves additional setup, clean-up and spacing between bookings, a minimum 3-hour booking time applies when food is involved. This allows us to prepare the space properly and maintain the standard of experience we aim to provide for everyone using the building.
We’re happy to recommend catering from local providers, and additional spaces can be hired if you need a separate area for catering or social time.
Early access and after-hours use
Early access or after-hours use can sometimes be arranged, depending on availability and the nature of your booking. If this might be useful, call us to make a booking so we can talk through what’s possible.
Technology, guests and accessibility
Room amenities are listed online, and we’re available to help with setup on the day if needed. Our aim is for meetings and sessions to start smoothly, without unnecessary fuss.
Guests are welcome to arrive independently. If there’s anything unusual about timing or access, just let us know in advance.
Our ground-floor spaces are fully accessible, including ramp access, an accessible car park and accessible toilet facilities. First-floor spaces are accessed by stairs only. If you or your guests have accessibility requirements, we’re happy to help you choose the most suitable space.
Privacy and professional use
Our spaces are used every day by local businesses, organisations and professionals for confidential and professional discussions.
They’re set up to be reliable, comfortable and easy to use, without unnecessary complexity.
If you haven’t hired a space with us before, you don’t need to prepare anything beyond knowing what you need the room for. We’ll take care of the rest.
A local business enabler
Think of The Business Hive as your local business enabler - a place that supports how you work, without telling you how to be.
When you need a well-run, professional space, we’re here for you.
