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What is the minimum group size for Christmas parties at The HAC?

The HAC requires a minimum of 80 guests for Christmas parties. Groups under 80 are not accommodated for Christmas events, as stated in their booking policy for the festive season.

What are the venue hire costs for the Long Room and Prince Consort Rooms?

The Long Room costs £4,500 + VAT for venue hire (18:00-00:00) with a £3,500 + VAT minimum catering spend. The Prince Consort Rooms cost £10,000 + VAT for venue hire, with an additional £1,000 + VAT kitchen buyout fee for dry hire events.

What are the capacity limits for different event setups in the Prince Consort Rooms?

The Prince Consort Rooms can accommodate up to 700 guests for standing events, 400 guests for theatre-style ceremonies, and 300 guests combined in the West Albert Room for drinks receptions. The terrace access is weather dependent.

What are the standard operating hours and licensing restrictions?

Venue hire typically runs from 09:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with all guests required to vacate by midnight. The venue is only licensed until 3:00 PM on Sundays, though extensions may be possible through Islington Council.

What is the Bronze DDR Package pricing and what does it include?

The Bronze DDR Package costs £160 + VAT per person with a minimum of 164 delegates. It includes Prince Consort Rooms hire (08:00-17:00), table linen, standard AV package, arrival refreshments, mid-morning refreshments, working lunch, afternoon refreshments, and bottled water.

What are the noise restrictions for outdoor events?

Due to noise protocols, drinks receptions cannot be hosted outside after 9:00 PM or sunset, whichever is earlier. This applies to all outdoor areas including terraces and the Artillery Garden.

What is the caterer damage deposit requirement?

External caterers must pay a £1,500 + VAT damage deposit directly to The HAC. This deposit is refundable after a satisfactory post-event inspection by senior management.

How much setup and breakdown time is allowed?

Venue hire times include supplier access for setup. After events, suppliers have a maximum of 90 minutes to clear down and completely vacate the venue.

What budget range is typically required for events at The HAC?

The venue cannot accommodate events with budgets of £1,000-£2,000. Based on their responses, events typically require budgets starting from around £8,000+ for smaller groups, with larger events requiring £15,000-£30,000+ depending on guest numbers and requirements.

How far in advance should bookings be made, especially for December dates?

December dates book up quickly and the venue experiences high inquiry volumes during peak seasons. Many December 2025 dates are already unavailable, so booking well in advance is essential for Christmas events and year-end functions.