Bar and Ents – Good to Know

Entry Policy
Students will need their institution’s photo Student ID card and a backup form of ID to gain entry.

Non-Students need a backup form of ID as well as a student who is willing to ‘sign’ them in as a guest and agree to take responsibility for that person.
A backup form of ID is a Passport, UK Photocard Driving License or an industry recognised PASS Card.

Age Policy
The Stretch is an OVER 18’s VENUE ONLY after 7pm.  Accepted ID will be required which is a Passport, UK Photocard Driving License or an industry recognised PASS Card.  Challenge 21 is in operation.

Dress Code
We are quite relaxed here at The Stretch, so you can pretty much wear what you want as long as it is not offensive, which is at the discretion of the licensee.  However, we do ask you do not wear hats or obscure your face for the purposes of CCTV recording.

SSHH!…Silent Students, Happy Homes
Please be considerate of local residents when making your way home from The Stretch.

The Stretch is a SAFE SPACE
Goldsmiths Students’ Union operates a Safe Space Policy whereby all staff, customers and visitors have the right to enjoy our facilities free of fear, therefore we have ZERO TOLERANCE on drugs and anti-social behavior. 

Anybody who engages in such behavior will be subject to the unions Student Discipline Procedure and may be liable for a lifetime ban from GSU premises, disciplinary action from the College or police prosecution.

Irrespective of the above, in accordance with the 2003 Licensing Act, the licensee reserves the right to refuse admission or service to anybody for whatever reason.

Searches
Please note The Stretch, in accordance with good industry practice, operates a random search policy which aims to search at least 1 in 3 people.  This is for the safety and security of all staff and customers, so please do not be offended if you are asked to be searched.  Any customer who refuses to be searched will be refused entry.

No Readmission 
During paid events The Stretch is a nightclub, so when you have paid to get in you either have to stay in or leave, you are not permitted to come and go.  This is for the safety and security of everyone.

Capacity
Like all licensed venues The Stretch has an official capacity which cannot be exceeded, of which ours is 1000 people.  It may be necessary to restrict access to ensure this is complied to and your safety is not compromised.

CCTV
CCTV recording is in use throughout The Stretch to ensure the safety of all staff and customers.

Strobe Lighting and Smoke Machines
The Stretch occasionally utilizes strobe lighting and smoke machines. 

Noise
Although The Stretch complies with all government guidelines and legislation regarding noise exposure, free in-ear noise defenders are available if you would like them.  We also request customers are as quiet as possible and be considerate of local residents when leaving The Stretch, remember SSHH! Silent Students, Happy Homes!

Getting Home

Taxi!  You can call a taxi home from a dedicated phone line inside or by calling
Direct Cars 020 8694 9299
Florence Cars 020 8691 5055
Choice Radio Cars 020 8694 1234
Sierra Cars 020 8692 2000

The Safety Nightbus.  The Union runs a FREE minibus service Monday to Thursday nights, dropping Goldsmiths Students home in the local area.  Please check the website or ask security for more information.

Walking Home.  We would always advise friends get the Safety Nightbus, a taxi or public transport to get home after dark.  If you do have to walk home please ensure you don’t walk alone and ask security for a FREE attack alarm.

Are you DES?  If you are the designated driver for the evening, ask the licensee about drinks vouchers for free soft drinks.

Cloakroom
The Stretch operates a cloakroom on most nights for the safe storage of your coats, bags and belongings.  Please see the cloakroom for more info.

Lost Property
All lost property and items forgotten in the cloakroom are handed over to the Students’ Union Reception.  It is open 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday during term time to collect your property.

Problem Drinking
If you feel you might have a drink problem or would like information and advice, please see the following sources for information

Goldsmiths Students’ Union Advice
DrinkAware
NHS