Facilities
The Reading Room
Fitzroy Town Hall, 201 Napier Street. Fitzroy
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The Reading Room
Located within the Fitzroy Town Hall, The Reading Room was originally part of the building’s library and features the original floor-to-ceiling bookcases.
This impressive room features 9 chandeliers, a decorative ceiling, polished floorboards and heritage paintwork.
Its warm and welcoming interior makes it a popular choice for weddings, performances and cocktail events for up to 100 people. It can also be hired in conjunction with the Fitzroy Town Hall ballroom as a breakout space or ceremony location.
Features and Facilities
- 13.1 x 14.4m floor space
- Wooden floors
- Adjoining kitchenette with large refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave- available free of charge
- 10 trestle tables (seating 8-10 people)
- 100 chairs
- The Reading Room is fully wheelchair accessible
- Download The Reading Room floor plan
Restrictions and Further Information
- All functions must finish by 11pm Sunday to Thursday or by 1am Fridays and Saturdays.
- Fitzroy Town Hall is in a residential area; noise levels must be monitored.
- You must supply their own cutlery, crockery, glassware and linen.
- You may choose your own caterer; names of recommended caterers can be provided upon request.
- This is not a licensed venue. You must apply for a temporary limited licence if you intend to sell alcohol. If you wish to supply alcohol free of charge, you must submit a Partysafe form to Victoria Police.
- Download the frequently asked questions
- Download and read our conditions of hire
Access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Braille tactile signage
- Disabled drop off area
- Disability drop off zone
How to book
If you’re a registered user and have booked a venue with us before, you can log on to make a new booking.
If you’re a first-time user, please register with us.
If you are from an organisation, please ensure you register your organisation and book in the organisation’s name.
Not-for-profit groups may be eligible for a discounted rate. You must first contact us on 9205 5555 or [email protected] to get verified for a discounted rate.
Fees and Charges
Hire Type (Minimum hire: 3 hours) | |
Hourly hire | $282 |
Hourly hire - NOT FOR PROFIT* | $136 |
Bond | From $1000 |
Commercial kitchen hire (per day) | $299 |
Hire of sound system (per day - requires sound technician) | $224 |
Sound technician (per hour) | $57 |
Hire of portable projector and screen (per day) | $58 |
Late booking change administration fee (per change) | $23 |
Late booking fee | $53 |
Site induction (additional) | $87 |
After-hours call out fee (per hour) | $88 |
Overtime - past 2am | $500 |
*Not for profit rates are applicable for registered not-for-profit-organisations, incorporated groups and charities.
A Town Hall Subsidy Grant is available to eligible organisations.
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Location and hours
Phone:
03 9205 5577
Email:
[email protected]
Opening Hours:
Venue can be hired from 6am. All functions must finish by 11pm Sunday to Thursday or by 1am Fridays and Saturdays.
Fitzroy Town Hall
Address:
201 Napier St Fitzroy