Business

Dining

Events

What are the room hire rates and capacity limits for dining events?

Room hire rates vary by space: Bond Street £750 per evening (reduced from £950), Green Park £750 per day (reduced from £1050), and Hyde Park from £3000-£5000 depending on requirements. Bond Street accommodates up to 70 people banquet style (10 per table) or 100 theatre style, while Hyde Park can host up to 300 people for dinner events with flexible configurations.

What are the minimum spend requirements for catering?

Bond Street has a minimum catering spend of £900 for evening events. All catering must be sourced through the venue's in-house team, and a 13.5% service charge applies to all food and beverage orders.

What dining packages and menu options are available?

Christmas dinner packages start at £95 per person (minimum 120 people) including 3-course festive menu, half bottle of house wine, mineral water, and Christmas novelties. Three-course seated dinners are £79 per person including reception drink, half bottle of wine, water, and room hire. Canape options range from £16 (4 items) to £27.50 (6 items) depending on classic or gourmet selection.

What are the drink package options and pricing?

Drink packages include: 1-hour house wine, beer, and soft drinks for £28 per person; 1-hour with spirits for £49 per person; 2-hour with spirits for £89 per person. Individual drinks: house wine £32 per bottle (£10 per glass), sparkling wine £28 per bottle (£9 per glass), champagne £90 per bottle (£15 per glass), beer £6 per bottle. All drink prices include 13.5% service charge.

What are the booking confirmation requirements and deadlines?

Signed contracts and payment must be received by 14:00 BST on specified deadlines (typically 7-14 days from quote) or bookings are automatically released. Provisional holds are valid for 7 days only, after which the venue reserves the right to offer the space to other clients.

What evening event timings and access arrangements apply?

Evening events typically run from 18:30-19:00 access until midnight. Day delegate packages cover 9:00-17:00, with additional evening hire available. Setup time and extended hours may incur additional charges depending on requirements.

What AV equipment and facilities are included with dining spaces?

All spaces include complimentary Wi-Fi, plasma TV screens with HDMI cables, and basic presentation equipment. Hyde Park features built-in screens, dimmable lighting, air conditioning, and an adjoining dining area (Albert Hall). Additional AV requirements like PA systems start from £750, microphones from £100, and AV technicians from £750.

Are there restrictions on external suppliers or special dietary requirements?

All catering and beverages must be provided by the venue's in-house team - external catering and alcohol are not permitted. The venue can accommodate special dietary requirements including halal, vegan, and gluten-free options, though these should be discussed during the booking process to ensure proper provision.

What additional spaces are available for reception or breakout areas?

Park Lane ballroom (up to 240 reception capacity) can serve as exhibition/catering space for £3000-£5000. Albert Hall adjoining dining area is included with Hyde Park hire and accommodates up to 150 guests reception style with built-in bar. These spaces work well for pre-dinner drinks or post-dinner dancing.

What commission structure applies for bookings made through agents?

The venue pays 10% commission on gross rates for bookings made through registered agents or event planners. This commission is calculated on the total booking value before VAT and service charges are applied.