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Following his visits to Dorchester, Birmingham, Belfast, Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne and Cardiff the Natural History Museum's famous Diplodocus cast 'Dippy' is coming to Number One Riverside, Smith Street, Rochdale OL16 1XU in February 2020.
As part of the visit, companies and organisations have the opportunity to host private events alongside the national treasure, Dippy the Dinosaur.
Private and bespoke events can be requested outside of the public viewing hours and on any date throughout the 5-month visit. The public opening hours are 9am-5pm, Monday-Sunday.
As Number One Riverside is a working council building, all bookings must be approved prior to advertising. Our events team aim to respond to all requests within 2 working days.
See our full terms and conditions.
We have a range of pre-planned events that takes the hard work out of organising a function and that are ideal for celebrations, networking and more.
If none of these suit your needs, simply get in touch with the team and we will work with you to curate your perfect, bespoke event.
Package price: £1,000 + VAT (includes 50 guests). A £200 + VAT non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. See our full terms and conditions.
Additional guests: £12 + VAT each
Live musician: £200 + VAT. Subject to availability.
Recommended time: 7pm-9pm
Booking: email dippy.bookings@rochdale.gov.uk if you'd like to express an interest
A fun, informal evening to enjoy with friends and colleagues alike. Enter Number One Riverside, where you'll be warmly welcomed by our team of professional front-of-house staff.
Upon arrival, you and your guests will each enjoy a welcome drink from a choice of classic or themed cocktails before making your way down to the main exhibit, where a range of delicious canapes will be served to suit every taste.
Our fully stocked bar will be open for guests to purchase any additional cocktails, beer, wine or soft drinks, and the option of live music creates the perfect atmosphere.
A great opportunity for networking with a twist or the perfect way to start a work's night out!!
Package price: £1,200 + VAT (includes 50 guests). A £200 + VAT non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. See our full terms and conditions.
Additional guests: £8 + VAT each
Recommended time: 7pm-11pm
Booking: email dippy.bookings@rochdale.gov.uk if you'd like to express an interest
For something a little different, book a private showing at one of our retro film nights.
Enter Number One Riverside and the smell of freshly-cooked popcorn will welcome you as you arrive. Before the showing, you and your guests will have a chance to network and purchase drinks from our fully stocked bar and confectionery or candy floss from our sweet stall.
With a choice of popular and themed films, it's sure to be a night to remember for all involved. As you take your seats underneath the national treasure, Dippy the Dinosaur, each guest will receive a complimentary tub of popcorn.
A fantastic way to reward your staff of as a team building evening.
Package price: £500 + VAT (includes 50 guests). A £200 + VAT non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking. See our full terms and conditions.
Additional guests: £8 + VAT each
Recommended time: 8am-10am
Booking: email dippy.bookings@rochdale.gov.uk if you'd like to express an interest
Showcase your company with the most unique business breakfast by making the most of this one-off visit. Clients, partners and colleagues alike are sure to be wowed by a networking breakfast hosted right underneath the Natural History Museum's famous exhibit.
Upon arrival at Number One Riverside, you and your guests will enjoy a first-class breakfast beside Dippy the Dinosaur, followed by a chance to chat and share ideas.
After breakfast, guests will be invited up to our training and conference suite, equipped with all the facilities to conduct presentations, workshops and more. Guest speakers will be able to make use of our in-house equipment, including AV. microphones and lecterns.
Package price: from £400 + VAT
Recommended time: from 7pm
Request a bespoke event: email dippy.bookings@rochdale.gov.uk to discuss your requirements.
If none of our pre-planned packages are suitable, we would happily take requests for a bespoke event package. These packages are individually priced based on your exact specification and our team of event staff will work with you to curate it to your needs. Bespoke events might include award ceremonies, presentations, exhibitions and more.
The following terms and conditions apply to all bookings for corporate and private hire during Dippy on Tour. By making a booking, you agree to abide by these terms and conditions.
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