Hall 8B (Simmonscourt)

Hall 8B (Simmonscourt) is an ideal space for exams, large exhibitions or entertainment events. It can be used as stand-alone space or in addition to the rest of the Simmonscourt Complex. Hall 8B (Simmonscourt) is directly adjacent to the largest hall in the complex, Hall 8C (Simmonscourt).

With floor space of over 10,000 sq m and a capacity for 6,500 theatre style, Hall 8 (Simmonscourt Complex) is the largest complex in the RDS and is used for major exhibitions, indoor sporting events, live entertainment shows, award shows, large banquets, conferences and exams. Located on its own grounds on Simmonscourt Road it has ample car parking spaces to cater for large events.

Capacity numbers are indicative therefore subject to change and may vary depending on the clients’ final layout.

Technical Details

Gross Area

2145m²

Length

97.6m

Width

22.9m

Max. Height

Min. Height

Floor Loading

50kN/m²

Electrical Power

2 x 160 Amp/3 Phase

Door Height x Width

5.41m x 5.56m

Capacities

Reception

3,100

Theatre

2,500

Banquet

1,100

Classroom

750

Board Room

n/a

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Hall 8C (Simmonscourt) Size 4754 m² Theatre
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Hall 8D (Simmonscourt) Size 864 m² Theatre
1000 Dinner
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Hall 8E (Simmonscourt) Size 1094 m² Theatre
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