The Reader Café, located within the historic Calderstones Mansion House in Calderstones Park, Liverpool, offers a variety of meeting, conference, and event facilities. Here is a detailed description of the café and its function rooms:
Meeting and Event Facilities
- Fully Accessible Venue: The venue is fully accessible for prams and wheelchairs, ensuring that all guests can participate comfortably.
- Free Parking: On-site parking is available, making it convenient for attendees.
- Private Garden Area and Terrace: The venue offers access to a private garden area and terrace, providing a serene backdrop for events.
- Fully Licensed Bar: A fully licensed bar is available until midnight, offering a range of beverages to cater to different tastes.
- AV Equipment and Tech Support: Advanced audio-visual equipment and technical support are available to ensure smooth and professional presentations.
Function Rooms
- Capacity: Each room can seat 12 people.
- Accessibility: Located on the ground floor, these rooms are fully accessible.
- Capacity: Seated: 30, Standing Reception: 45.
- Accessibility: Located on the ground floor, this room is fully accessible.
- Capacity:
- Seated for dinner: 80-100.
- Reception/standing: 150.
- Theatre style: 120.
- Accessibility: Located on the ground floor, this room is fully accessible.
- Capacity:
- Seated: 200.
- Standing reception: 350.
- Accessibility: While not fully indoors, the marquee is part of the overall event space and can be used for larger gatherings.
Additional Services
- Refreshments: The café offers a variety of refreshments, including breakfast, lunch, coffees, and desserts.
- Community Support: All profits generated by the café are re-invested back into community projects, supporting The Reader’s charitable work across the UK.
The Reader Café at Calderstones Mansion House provides a unique and versatile space for meetings, conferences, and events, with a focus on community engagement and accessibility.