Room Dimensions

Room Capacities

Based on Example Room Layouts

The number of people a room will comfortably accommodate will depend on whether you need to use any tables and chairs, and how you wish to arrange them. This is our guide to room capacities which should ensure you remain safe. The diagrams show suggested positioning of chairs and tables so that entrances and fire exits are not obstructed.  

*Maximum room capacities are based on numbers permitted under fire regulations. These recommend 2 people per square metre standing and one person per square metre sitting. With the exception of the Annexe, the size and design of exit doors do not place any restrictions on these figures.

*Standing:

(We would suggest that you may find it more comfortable to have less people standing than indicated)

*Seated, with chairs arranged in rows: 

Seated at tables arranged in rows:

Like a traditional style classroom - with space for a separate 'teachers' table at the front.

Seated at tables arranged in a U shape:

Seated at tables arranged in a rectangle: