The Public

The Public is a new creative community, cultural and business space.

The fantastic multi-use centre designed by world renowned architect Will Alsop, and Julian Flannery offers a series of airy, interconnected and flexible spaces making The Public one of the region’s most stimulating venues.
Ideal for workshops, conference events, exhibitions, meetings, product launches, award ceremonies, trade shows, charity galas, weddings and parties. The building has a fully fitted theatre, exhibition space and two cafe bars with stages and bespoke event catering.

The Public is 15 minutes from Birmingham city centre by car and public transport and a mile from Junction 1 of the M5, with adjacent parking. The building is fully accessible with hearing loop system in the main conference spaces, lift access across all floors and a commitment to support access for all.

The Theatre

The Theatre is an air-conditioned, self-contained venue on the ground floor, suitable for all types of events. It comprises theatre-style, fully retractable tiered seating for up to 249 delegates. The space can also seat up to 150 people in banquet format, with tables arranged to meet your requirements. Standing events and state-of-the-art recording and production facilities can be provided for an audience of up to 400.

Longroom

Located at the top of the building, Longroom is a prestigious, spacious area with natural daylight and spectacular views out to the Black Country and into the adjacent upper gallery.
This area can accommodate up to 150 people for a banquet, or up to 250 for a reception. It offers a perfect venue for corporate banquets, award ceremonies, charity galas and celebration dining. 
We can bring a really special touch to your event with our creative consultants and access to exhibitions and interactive artworks – either as they come into the building and come up to your event in Longroom, or as a specially customised corporate entertainment.

The Madeleine Carroll Suite

Named after the famous West Bromwich actress, Madeleine Carroll, the new Madeleine Carroll suite, occupies Level 2 of the building and can be divided into a number of workable spaces depending on requirements.
The vibrant suite can be booked as a whole for conferences of up to 100 people or as a series of smaller meeting rooms.
The large open space is ideal for trade exhibitions and can cater for up to 50 stands, lunches, presentations and product launches.

For a tour of the building or for more information get in touch
t: 0121 533 7161
e: hires_public@sandwell.gov.uk
w: www.thepublic.com