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Weddings

What are the venue hire costs for Clissold House?

Wedding ceremony hire costs £480 including VAT for a 50-minute slot. Children's birthday parties cost £390 + VAT Monday-Friday or £495 + VAT on Sundays, available in 3-hour slots (10am-1pm or 3pm-6pm). Other private event pricing varies by date and time - contact the venue for specific quotes as rates depend on your chosen date.

What are the capacity limits for different event types?

For seated meals with furniture, the maximum capacity is 80 guests when combining two rooms. For standing events with just a bar and DJ, capacity can reach 100 guests. Individual rooms have lower capacities - contact the venue for specific room capacity details based on your event layout requirements.

What mandatory additional costs should I budget for?

Security is mandatory for most bookings - costs and minimum hours are detailed on their extras page. All food and beverages must be provided by accredited caterers, or you can bring your own caterer for a £535-£550 + VAT buyout fee (conflicting amounts mentioned) plus they must pass an accreditation process before approval.

What are the restrictions on catering and beverages?

Clissold House operates as a 'dry hire' venue, meaning all food and beverages must be provided through their accredited caterers. If you prefer to use your own caterer, a buyout fee of £535-£550 + VAT applies and your caterer must complete an accreditation process before being approved to work at the venue.

What time slots are available and what restrictions apply?

Children's birthday parties are available 10am-1pm or 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday and Sundays only - no Saturday bookings for children's parties. Wedding ceremonies start on the hour with 15 minutes beforehand for guest arrival and setup. The latest Saturday ceremony slot is 1pm, with other times available on weekdays.

How does the booking and payment process work?

The venue can place a provisional hold for 5-10 days depending on event type. For weddings, you must confirm registrar availability before receiving a contract. Once the signed contract is returned (pages 2 and 12 must be signed), a payment link is sent with a 10 business day expiry - the booking is released if payment isn't made within this timeframe.

What's included in the venue hire fee?

The venue hire fee includes complimentary use of furniture. Wedding ceremony bookings include a 50-minute time slot with 15 minutes beforehand for guest arrival and any room setup you may want to do. Additional staff, equipment, and services are available at extra cost - see their extras page for full pricing.

What are the requirements for wedding ceremonies?

You must book the Hackney Registrar Team separately by visiting hackney.gov.uk/approved-premises and completing their booking form. The registrar fee is paid directly to them and is separate from the venue hire cost. Wedding ceremonies are 50 minutes total, starting on the hour with 15 minutes for guest arrival and setup.

Can I combine multiple rooms for larger events?

Yes, you can book multiple rooms to increase capacity. When combining two rooms with furniture for seated meals, maximum capacity is 80 guests total. For standing events with bar and DJ setup, combined rooms can accommodate up to 100 guests.

What drink options are available?

The venue offers exclusive drink reception add-ons and comprehensive bar services, though this is only available for select spaces. They can provide bar-only options in-house if you don't want full catering. All beverage service must go through their approved systems - no outside alcohol is permitted.