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What is the minimum spend requirement for private dining events at The Ned?

Minimum spend requirements vary by room and guest count. The Drawing Room requires £3,250 including VAT for up to 26 guests, while larger spaces like The Tapestry require £7,500 including VAT for up to 80 guests. The RWB Room requires £5,500 including VAT for up to 50 guests, and combination spaces like The Drawing Room and Saloon require £15,000 including VAT for up to 70 guests.

What are the capacity limits for different dining room layouts?

The Drawing Room accommodates up to 26 guests on one long table or 30 on three rounds. The Tapestry Room holds up to 80 guests in cabaret style or on round tables. The RWB Room seats up to 26 guests boardroom style or 21 cabaret style. For larger events, The Saloon can seat up to 70 guests when combined with The Drawing Room.

What are the standard access hours for private dining events?

Access hours vary by event type and room. Daytime meetings typically run from 08:30-17:00 or 09:00-17:00. Evening dining events generally have access from 18:30 to midnight, with organisers and suppliers welcomed from 17:00. Music must be off at midnight and this cannot be extended.

What additional charges apply beyond the minimum spend?

A mandatory 14.5% discretionary service charge applies to all food and beverage consumption. AV equipment and any third-party elements like flowers are additional costs on top of the minimum spend. If the minimum spend is not met through food and beverage, the shortfall is charged as room hire.

What dining menu options and price ranges are available?

The venue offers various menu tiers including a £109 Chairman's private dining set menu, a £124 choice menu, and seasonal options. For larger groups, set menus start from £114 and choice menus go up to £134. Festive menus from 2024 started at £119 and went up to £134.

Can events extend beyond the standard midnight finish time?

No, events must end at midnight with music off at this time, and this cannot be extended. For events requiring later finish times, you would need to find alternative arrangements as The Ned has strict noise restrictions after midnight.

What AV equipment is available and how does it affect room capacity?

AV equipment is available as an additional cost and can affect room capacity depending on requirements. The venue suggests additional screens on the side of rooms for larger groups to ensure visibility from the back. All AV requirements are subject to separate quotation and may reduce stated maximum capacities.

How far in advance should private dining events be booked?

The venue offers 5-day optional holds upon request for confirmed enquiries. For popular dates, especially during peak seasons, earlier booking is recommended. The venue can accommodate last-minute requests but availability becomes more limited closer to the event date.

What catering packages are included in the minimum spend?

The minimum spend covers all pre-ordered food from private dining menus and beverages consumed in the designated floor area during your event. For full-day events, packages can include arrival tea/coffee with breakfast items, mid-morning breaks, working lunch, afternoon tea/coffee breaks, water throughout the day, and branded stationery.

Are there restrictions on guest numbers for different event types?

Yes, capacity varies significantly by layout and room. Theatre-style events can accommodate more guests than seated dining - for example, The Tapestry holds 150 in theatre layout but only 80 for cabaret dining. The venue cannot accommodate groups requiring more than 200 guests for standing receptions or more than 120 for seated dining across all spaces.