Mountain View Innovation Centre

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Venue Hire

Not only is Mountain View Innovation Centre the home of business innovation in the Isle of Man, it is also available as one of the most exciting venues on the Isle of Man! Originally developed in 2001 as Island Studios, and recently given new investment and extensive refurbishment, Mountain View provides several venue opportunities.

The Studio

Conceived as a vast Sound stage for filming, our 1042m2 (11,200 sq ft) - 14.3m (47ft) tall Studio One is ideal for large-scale indoor exhibitions or any large-scale event where protection from the elements is desirable – and can accommodate over a thousand people. The large warehouse-type building has a huge roll-up door allowing drive-in vehicle access (which would accommodate even high-level trucks and double-decker buses!). The room is also fully equipped with ample power, lighting and a fire-sprinkler system. Perhaps you can envisage a motor sport display or staging area for the famous TT races or Manx GP, or a trade or cultural exhibition. Studio One is the largest and most flexible venue of its type on the Isle of Man.

> Capacity – up to 1,200.

> Available in a wide variety of layouts.

> Full fire sprinkler system and high-capacity power provision (additional costs may apply).

> Accessible to Large Vehicles.

> Adjacent to Full Catering Service in Babbage’s.

> Toilet and Shower facilities.

Babbage’s

With direct accessible links to Studio One, Babbage’s incorporates a smaller venue for up to around 140 people serviced by a full commercial kitchen and bistro section itself accommodating an additional 40 people. Babbage’s is perfect for special celebration events, informal seminars, presentations, charity, corporate or seasonal events. Babbage’s can be presented in various layout styles such as theatre, classroom, cabaret, large meal tables, cafeteria or seminar.

The main Babbage’s Venue is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual systems, including a large 24:9 Touchscreen and video relay system with flexible audio and video input facilities. The ground floor of the complex is fully Accessible for those with mobility impairment, with an accessible wet room including a shower, and the venue has a full induction loop included in its sound system for those with hearing impairment. 

> Capacity – up to 180

> Available in a wide variety of layouts

> Catering available from onsite Babbage’s Bistro

> Fully Accessible

> Toilet and Shower facilities (including Accessible wet room and Shower)

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Babbage’s Bistro

Babbage’s Bistro is perfect for social gatherings, formal and informal meals, or as a catering facility for events in any of Mountain View's venues. Its three bi-fold doors can open out the space to seamlessly complement the main Babbage’s Venue or its blinds can be drawn down to create an intimate atmosphere. 

> Capacity – up to 40.

> Available in a wide variety of layouts.

> Catering service available for all types of functions

> Working lunches and regular refreshment breaks can be catered for in all our meeting rooms and spaces, please contact us for more information.

The Faraday Suite 5.75 x 17.0m

The Faraday Suite is a modern, light, airy room equipped with air conditioning, heating and is enhanced by natural daylight. Ideal for corporate informal or formal gatherings, teaching seminars or board meetings, the suite can be divided using stylish folding partitions into a half or full suite layout, delivering practical flexibility to adapt to different requirements. It also benefits from Wi-Fi and private kitchen and toilet facilities. With a capacity of up to 60 people, the room can be laid out in various styles such as boardroom, classroom and theatre.

Complemented by a 60” smart TV with built-in Wi-Fi, HDMI & USB connectivity, video conferencing facilities are supported and benefit from the availability of a premium USB microphone offering clear, powerful, broadcast-quality sound. A whiteboard is provided, and a flipchart is also available on request.

> Capacity – up to 60.

> Available as a boardroom, classroom, or seminar room layout.

> Flexible space (with half or full suite options)

> Private kitchenette and toilet facilities.

Newton’s 5.2 x 10.8m

Newton’s is a fresh modern room with feature floor to ceiling glass windows creating a wonderful feeling of space and light. This room is ideal for corporate informal or formal gatherings, teaching seminars or board meetings. With a capacity of up to 40 people, the room can be laid out in various styles such as boardroom, classroom and theatre.

Complemented by a 60” smart TV with built-in Wi-Fi, HDMI & USB connectivity, and mobile screen mirroring, video conferencing facilities are supported and benefit from the availability of a premium USB microphone offering clear, powerful, broadcast-quality sound. A whiteboard is provided and a flipchart is also available on request.

> Newton’s is ideal for small events of up to 40 people including meetings, seminars and meals.

> Video conferencing is available along with the use of a 60” smart TV with built in Wi-Fi, HDMI & USB connectivity and mobile screen mirroring.

> Free Wi-Fi

Small Meeting Room 2.6 x 2.8m

Our Small meeting room has a capacity of around 8-10 people and also benefits from Wi-Fi. This room also has an optional whiteboard and TV with a HDMI connection and the use of a shared kitchen and toilet facilities.

> Capacity – up to 8 (Boardroom), 12 (Seminar).

Lavish Loos

High-Quality Self-Contained Mobile Toilet unit for hire – just add power (or generator).

This top-of-the-range mobile unit raises the standards of temporary toilet accommodation, without the need for mains water supply or drainage. Our facilities are light, spacious and stylish. Our Lavish Loos are the latest top-of-the-line model with 5-star contemporary interiors to match. They look, feel and are…spotlessly clean in every sense. Exactly what you should expect of luxury mobile toilet facilities for your prestige event.

Our Lavish Loos are ideal for high-profile corporate and private events, with contemporary styling including variable-colour feature lighting and even music speakers. The unit needs a space of just 25’ x 8’ (7.6 x 2.4m)* to provide three ladies’ WCs, plus one gents’ WC and three urinals, with two stylish washbasins in each.

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The Lawns

Step outside Babbage’s onto The Lawns - up to 25 acres of private land with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. This carefully maintained parkland garden is perfect for that special occasion. Erect a marquee, have a feast from our bistro and enjoy this peaceful, idyllic location.

The Lawns are also ideal for extending your indoor event outside! Outdoor power and water hook-ups are available, so whatever your needs, we will endeavour to meet them!

> Capacity – up to 25 acres.

> Available in a wide variety of layouts.

> Accessible to Suitable Vehicles.

> High Capacity Power and Water Available.

> Toilet and Shower facilities.