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Hall 8B (Simmonscourt 8B)

Hall 8B 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 Hall 8 (Simmonscourt Complex). Hall 8B is directly adjacent to the largest hall in the complex, Hall 8C. 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 parking to cater for large events.

Virtual Reality Tour

Take a Virtual Reality (VR) Tour of Simmonscourt Hall 8A through to Hall 8E inclusive. For optimum user experience, operate on a mobile device and move around the 360 degree tour as though you are in the venue itself.

To view the tour on a laptop, ensure it is in full-screen mode by clicking on the two arrows in the bottom right corner of the tour and move around the 360 degree tour using your touchpad and/or mouse.

To view the hall from another angle or to move into a new hall, move around the space to find a 'green icon' and left click on it to be moved around the tour.

Technical Details

  • Area

    2,145m²

  • Length

    97.6m

  • Width

    22.9m

  • Max. Height

    9m

  • Min. Height

    6m

  • Floor Loading

    50kN/m²

  • Electrical Power

    2 x 160 Amp/3 Phase

Capacities

  • Reception

    2,800

  • Theatre

    2,200

  • Banquet

    1,270

  • Classroom

    1,310

  • Exam Style

    1,200

  • Board Room

    N/A

  • Cabaret

    944

Client Testimonial

More so than with other venues, we feel that the RDS takes a real interest in the success of our events. We feel that the RDS team takes a keen interest in ensuring that our experience – and that of our exhibitors and customers – is as successful and pleasant as possible when using their venue. They take the time to consider likely issues or bottlenecks and offer solutions before problems arise. It is this spirit of co-operation and positive outlook that makes our jobs as organisers easier.
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Client Testimonial

In all aspects the RDS team were an absolute pleasure to work with and extremely responsive to requests and suggestions. In both preparation and in delivery we had an extremely positive experience and I look forward to working with the RDS again in the future. Feedback from those present at the event was extremely positive and I have no hesitation in recommending the venue.
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Patrick O’Sullivan
National Craft Fair Ltd.
Sue O'Neill
Small Firms Association