Venue Hire at MOTE
With its characterful historic interiors and flexible exhibition spaces, MOTE provides a unique backdrop for everything from creative workshops and talks to private events, performances and celebrations.
Whether you’re looking for somewhere to host an event, showcase your work or bring people together, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Spaces
The Main Hall
Our main exhibition and event space is a versatile area that can be adapted for a range of uses.
The Main Hall is suitable for:
- Exhibitions and displays
- Talks and presentations
- Workshops and creative activities
- Performances
- Networking events
- Community gatherings
- Private events
- Launches and receptions
The space can be arranged to suit your event, with options for seated or standing layouts.
The Darwin Room
A smaller, more intimate space within MOTE, ideal for meetings, workshops, talks and smaller gatherings.
The Darwin Room is particularly suited to:
- Meetings
- Small workshops
- Presentations
- Artist talks
- Educational sessions
- Community groups
What Can We Offer?
When hiring MOTE, you’re not just hiring a room. You’re working with a creative organisation that can help make your event happen.
Depending on your requirements, we may be able to offer:
Flexible spaces
We can work with you to arrange the space around your event.
Creative support
Our team can help with exhibition displays, creative programming and event planning.
A central Ipswich location
MOTE is situated within Arlingtons, making it an accessible and distinctive venue in the town centre.
A unique setting
Our historic surroundings provide a characterful alternative to traditional conference and event spaces.
Exhibition opportunities
We can discuss opportunities to incorporate artwork, displays or exhibitions into your event.
Community & Educational Hire
We’re particularly interested in working with local community groups, schools, universities, charities and organisations to provide space for activities that encourage creativity, learning and conversation.
This could include:
- Educational workshops
- Community projects
- Talks and lectures
- Environmental activities
- Creative sessions
- Youth projects
- Discussion groups
Private & Corporate Events
Looking for somewhere a little different for your next event?
MOTE can provide a distinctive setting for:
- Receptions
- Networking events
- Launches
- Team activities
- Presentations
- Meetings
- Celebrations
We can discuss your requirements and work with you to create a layout and experience that suits your event.
Pricing & Availability
Venue hire is dependent on the space required, the type of event and its duration.
For venue hire enquiries, please contact us with:
- Your preferred date
- Approximate number of guests
- Type of event
- Required hire time
- Which space you are interested in
- Any equipment or additional requirements
We’ll then get back to you with availability and a quote.
Get in Touch
Interested in hiring MOTE?
We’d love to hear from you.
Email: Hello@mote-uk.org