Whatever the event – be it a stage show, dance showcase, conference, business meeting, charity ball, family occasion or birthday party – we have the facilities to cater to your every need.
Venue Hire Bishop's Stortford
Benefits
With hire spaces for events hosting 10 – 400+ attendees, South Mill Arts will be able to offer a bespoke package to meet your needs.
Tables/chairs can be arranged to suit your needs. We provide flipcharts, a projector screen and water as standard at no extra cost. In addition, we also offer the following services:
- A personal Event Planner to assist you with your booking
- A digital projector screen available to hire (chargeable in Auditorium)
- Tea, coffee and biscuits available to order at your convenience
- A recommended list of caterers
- A fully licensed bar
Our dedicated Event Managers can plan and execute your event with support both during the booking/planning process and on the day.
Our Rooms For Hire
Auditorium
The 300 seat Auditorium is suitable for large scale events, exhibitions and conferences.
Equipped with mechanically operated racked auditorium seating, full sound and lighting system, 4k digital projection screen (available to hire at extra cost), tables/chairs can be provided and arranged to suit your needs
The Main Hall is also available to hire for theatrical performances
Great show and very comfortable seats
Louise
Our Rooms For Hire
Maltings Bar
Themed to celebrate our town’s industrial heritage, the Maltings Bar is open all day and serves a selection of coffees, teas, soft and alcoholic drinks. Groups meet in our bar area regularly – whether for business or pleasure. If you are a group and would like to arrange refreshments or lunch, please speak to one of our Event Managers as we have a list of recommended caterers.
Our Rooms For Hire
Linden Room
With a capacity of 20 this space is suitable for smaller meetings or events
Tables and chairs can be arranged to suit your needs and flipcharts, projector screen and water are provided as standard at no extra cost.
Our Rooms For Hire
Cedar Room
With a capacity of 70 this bright and spacious room with floor to ceiling windows is suitable for medium size events, groups or club meetings and seminars. Tables and chairs can be arranged to suit your needs and flipcharts, projector screen and water are provided as standard at no extra cost.
Our Rooms For Hire
Dance Studio
The Dance Studio is available to hire at very competitive rates and is suitable for a variety of classes – dance, exercise or drama – and is also an ideal rehearsal space.
Features include floor to sound system, ceiling mirrors, ballet barre and a sprung floor.
Our Rooms For Hire
ArtSpace
Calling all artists! Get your artwork seen by hundreds of visitors to South Mill Arts. Our fantastic ‘ArtSpace’ offers exciting opportunities for local artists to display their work through our annual artist call-out. Keep up to date via our social media for more information and be the first to find out about new hiring opportunities in the foreseeable future with ArtSpace Plus!
Good layout and excellent quality of work!
Barbara
Our Rooms For Hire
Gilbey Room
The Gilbey Room on the ground floor is available to hire at very competitive rates and is suitable for a variety of classes – dance, exercise or drama – and is also an ideal rehearsal space.
Auditorium
Seating Plan
Row A and B are on the floor (not part of the rake)
Row C is still on floor but part of the rake
From row D is rake seats
Please note this is not the case for all events and is a guideline only. In some instances, the seating arrangement will change.

Get in touch
Got a Question?
Looking for the perfect venue for your event? Contact our Events Team to book one of our versatile rooms or the stunning auditorium at South Mill Arts. Whether it’s a conference, celebration, performance, or meeting, we have the space to suit your needs. Our team is here to help you plan and deliver an unforgettable event in the heart of Bishop’s Stortford. Get in touch today to discuss your requirements!
