INTRODUCTION
Creative Innovation Centre is an Arts Centre that encourages the creative use of our space for activities around the development of enterprise, creativity, community and culture.
Situated in the centre of Taunton and built in 1862, our majestic hall houses 20-100 people (depending on room layout) and has a large coffee bar, licensed bar and tables for food. There are 3 car parks metres away and we hold events such as conferences, workshops, private parties, exhibitions, meetings, small trade shows and markets, live music and other similar functions.
We deliver a programme of cultural events directly and are open to suggestions with partners to widen our range of activities.
You may hire our venue and we will even add your event to our event list and even sell tickets for you online should the event be suitable.
Ideal for conferences and private parties. Licensed bar, film projection etc.
Our hall provides an attractive, creative, spacious environment for up to 100 people (depending on layout) and ideal for conference, learning and private functions.
We have a coffee bar at hand to serve refreshments and snacks and can advise on a buffet service for lunch or evening. Coffee offered is fresh ground Columbian filter coffee and/or standard tea or speciality teas.
There are 3 major car parks nearby and offer event promotion and ticket sales if needed.
Pricing for Conferences
| Hire Rates | Refreshments | Food |
|---|---|---|
| By the Hour £70 (min 3 hrs) | Tea/coffee/biscuits per person £2.95 (1 serving) | Should you require pastries please speak to us. |
| Half Day (4 hours) £220 | Tea/coffee/biscuits per person £3.95 (2 servings) | Light Lunch: Freshly made sandwiches, crisps, fruit, flapjacks, cake, We organise this through a local provider and will quote upon enquiry. |
| Day Rate £360 | Tea/coffee/biscuits per person £4.95 (3 servings) | Light Lunch: Freshly made sandwiches, crisps, fruit, flapjacks, cake, We organise this through a local provider and will quote upon enquiry. |
Pricing for Private Parties
Thursday, Friday & Saturday evening rates for 2025 are £360 (just £72 an hour – was £300 in 2024 but utility rates increases meant rise in hire charges) with licensed bar, and staff* included. Catering options available or bring your own (if you do we ask that you clear up after). We can also buy in any special drinks you desire, but you are not allowed to bring your own. Should you wish to have round tables and white table cloths there is an extra charge of £50.
We offer a discounted rate of £55 per hour for non profit making organisations. Excludes Saturday’s nights and Sunday’s unless by arrangement by CICCIC.
*Excludes any special security staff for large events but this can be arranged.
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Agreements & Conditions
50% deposit is required upon booking confirmation. If you need to cancel then you must do so 45 days before the event date and we will return your deposit. Should you cancel between 30-45 days before the event we only return 50% of your deposit. Three weeks before then event we will not return any deposit given to us.