Concert Booking Guide

Concert Bookings at St Lawrence Jewry

Guidelines to organisations for use of the Church as a venue for concerts

(2012 version)

1.       Organisations and groups are very welcome to use St Lawrence Jewry and its unique atmosphere and location as a venue for concerts. Indeed, there has been a long-running programme of lunchtime piano and organ recitals for some time.

2.       Requests may be sent via e-mail or post, giving full details of date, time and content.

3.       The content of the event should be suitable and compatible with the Christian ethos of the Church. The Guild Vicar reserves the right to peruse the content in advance of the event, and, if felt necessary, to decline a request.

4.       The Church charges a facility fee. The organising body is fully and wholly responsible for ticket arrangements, publicity and the financial outcome and viability of the event. The fee is usually £300, but may vary according to the circumstances.  A non-refundable deposit of £100 is needed to reserve the date.

5.       For an evening concert the access time is 5pm. If rehearsal is requested and/or access to the Church is needed before 5pm, an extra fee of £150 may be charged. Seating capacity is around 180, but extra seating can be accommodated.

6.       Extra lighting and sound arrangements will be allowed only with prior permission, well before the event. The church has public liability insurance, but extra cover for such equipment will be the responsibility of the organisers.

7.       If any Church furniture needs moving, the organising body will be responsible and will need to replace to original positions after use.

8.       Because of the Church’s unique location in the Yard of the Guildhall, there is no parking available.  If you need to discuss deliveries, etc.  please get in touch.

9.       Flowers may be put in the church at the expense of the concert organisers.

10.     The church has limited space and kitchen facilities.  However, with a little planning, it is quite possible to serve refreshments.  Please discuss this with us.

11.   Opening and Locking-up: the church will provide either someone on site to give access or instructions as to access, keys and locking procedures. It is the responsibility of the organiser to ensure that the church is kept secure at all times.

In the first instance, it would be best to contact Verger/Administrator Arnel Sullano who is dealing with concert bookings. E-mail:  officeslj@aol.com

Thank you, and we hope your event is successful and fruitful.