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Events

What are the hire fees and minimum spend requirements for booking the Skylark dining space?

The room hire fee for Skylark is £250. For evening hire on Friday and Saturday (6pm–12am), the minimum spend is £1,250. For evening hire Sunday–Thursday (7pm–11pm), the minimum spend is £1,000. For daytime events (9am–5pm), the minimum spend is £2,750.

How many guests can the Skylark space accommodate?

Skylark seats 30 guests comfortably and can host up to 50 with a mix of seated and standing guests. Furniture is minimally moved for standing events. For events needing more space, the Mezzanine can seat up to 105 or stand up to 150, but a combined hire is required.

What are the available hire times for the Skylark dining space?

For evening events Sunday–Thursday, hire is typically available from 7pm to 11pm. On Friday and Saturday evenings, hire runs from 6pm to 12am. Day hire is from 9am to 5pm, with the bar closing 30 minutes before the event ends.

What is included in the minimum spend, and how can it be used?

The minimum spend is met through food and drink orders. You can either pay the full spend in advance and receive a digital voucher for your guests, or pay a refundable deposit and allow guests to order individually via QR code. Pre-ordering platters from the Event Eats menu is also available.

Are there any mandatory additional charges or service fees when booking Skylark?

Aside from the £250 room hire fee and minimum spend, there are no stated mandatory additional charges for Skylark hires. However, for full venue or large-scale hires, a service charge may apply (quoted at £2,500 for exclusive events), but this does not apply to standard Skylark events.

How do I book Skylark and what is the booking process?

To start the booking process, you need to complete an enquiry via the provided booking link. Once your details are received, you’ll discuss available dates and numbers with the events team, pay the applicable room hire and deposit, and confirm menu options and setup at least two weeks before your event.

Which event types are permitted in Skylark, and are there any restrictions?

Private dining, birthday dinners, drinks parties, summer parties, evening celebrations, buffets, networking, cocktail classes, and engagement parties are permitted. External food or drink is not stated as allowed, and events must comply with scheduled time slots and capacity limits. Exclusively hiring live music (e.g., DJ or band) is permitted, and guests may play their own music.

What facilities and amenities are provided in Skylark?

Skylark features its own private cocktail bar with a wide drinks selection, stunning seafront views, the ability to play your own music, high-speed WiFi, and access to a range of food from seven kitchens. AV (PA system, microphones) may be available for an extra fee if requested in advance.

Can I pre-order food and drinks or have flexible catering options?

Yes, you can pre-order platters from the Event Eats menu for buffet-style service and also set up pre-ordered drinks either at a drinks station or as a bar tab. Pre-orders must be submitted at least two weeks before your event date.

Is a deposit required, and what are the payment timelines?

For the refundable deposit option, a £500 deposit is required and refunded after the event if the minimum spend is met. Pre-payment of the full minimum spend is also possible if you prefer to provide a voucher for guests to use on the day. All payments must be settled before the event date.

Are there any seasonal or day-of-week restrictions for bookings?

During seasonal closures (such as until 9th February), the venue is not available for private hire. Standard bookings follow evening or daytime time slots specific to weekdays or weekends as described above.