FAQ's
Ground Floor – foyer, stairwell and lift access to Level 1
Level 1 – main function room and verandah; male and female toilets
Carpark
External lawn area (by arrangement)
Storage may be available on the premises for any items relating to your event and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
On-site parking is available for up to 50 vehicles. Remaining vehicles to be parked on Page Avenue and Ferry Street.
Yes, please contact the Derwent Valley Boat House Event Manager for further details.
The Derwent Valley Boat House has WIFI with fibre to the node (minimum download/upload speed of 25/5 Mbps).
The following equipment is available in-house:
ceiling mounted HDMI data projector
automated wall mounted projection screen
hand-held radio microphone and built-in sound
dual, wall mounted ‘smart’ TV’s (individual control available) POA lectern POA
Additional audio-visual requirements can be arranged through an external AV supplier. A dedicated technician can be arranged for the duration of your event. POA
The Derwent Valley Boat House is a fully licenced premises and operates by the Liquor Act 1990. All beverages consumed during a conference/seminar must be, under state licencing laws, supplied by the Derwent Valley Boat House and may not be brought in from other sources. Any guest supplying their own alcohol will be required to leave the premises immediately.
The Derwent Valley Boat House offers in-house catering. To ensure the highest standard of service and quality, all food and beverage service for each event must be provided by Derwent Valley Boat House/New Norfolk Rowing Club.
External or self-catering is not permitted.
The Derwent Valley Boat House is a non-smoking premises. Smoking is not permitted on the grounds at any time.
Access to the event for setting up can be arranged. Please discuss with DVBH.
Maximum capacity is 200 for a stand-up cocktail style event or 120 for a seated event.
Exclusive use of the main function space including verandah
Room set as required for your conference/event
Ceiling Mounted Data Projector & Wall Mounted Projection Screen
Microphone and built-in sound system
Presenters table
Registration table
Pads, pens and water
Exclusive use of the main function space including verandah (full-day access for set-up
Access to commence set-up the night prior (if required)
Access to DVBH grounds for wedding ceremony (if required)
Room set with banquet style tables and ergonomic chairs
Dancefloor
Cake table
Event Supervisor
Beverage/Bar Service Staff
Yes, there is an internal lift to Level 1 and wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.
By New Norfolk Rowing Club policy, the Derwent Valley Boat House does not hold 18th or 21st Birthday celebrations. Other birthday celebrations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
To confirm your event at the Derwent Valley Boat House an initial and non-refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking, in addition to a signed copy of the Booking Confirmation Form and Terms and Conditions. A security deposit/bond may also be required which will be fully refunded within 14 days of the event taking place unless otherwise determined.
A Surcharge may apply to the final account for functions/events held on a Sunday or Public Holiday, this will be included in your quotation.
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Glassware is included in beverage sales. Crockery and cutlery hire fees are available on request.
Derwent Valley Boat House staff will set the room for your event.
General cleaning fees are covered in the venue hire. If it is deemed that there is additional cleaning required following your event, additional cleaning fees will be applicable and deducted from your security deposit. Please see Terms and Conditions.