Business

Dining

Events

What are the dinner package rates and what's included?

Dinner packages start from £120.00 per person (reduced from £140.00) with a minimum of 20 guests. The package includes 1 glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course pre-ordered set menu (1 starter, 1 main, 1 dessert plus vegetarian option), coffee & petit fours, room hire for the main room, half bottle of house wine per person, half bottle of mineral water, menus, candelabras & mirrored centrepieces, and table plan. Christmas party packages are available from £145.00 per person including Christmas-themed extras.

What are the capacity limits for dining events in different room configurations?

The Meston Suite accommodates up to 72 for banqueting style dining. The Whitehall Suite can host up to 150 for dinner & dance events. For smaller groups, the River Room handles up to 72 banqueting style, and various other spaces are available depending on your specific requirements and guest count.

Are there additional room hire charges beyond the dinner packages?

For drinks receptions, the Meston Suite room hire is £1,000.00. Churchill's Bar has a room hire cost of £400.00 for arrival drinks. Some dinner packages include room hire, while others may have separate charges - this varies by space and package selected.

What dining options are available beyond the standard dinner packages?

Beyond dinner packages, you can book drinks receptions with canapés from £29.00 per person, finger food from £55.00 per person, or bowl food from £85.00 per person. Continental breakfast is available at £35.00 per person, and full English breakfast buffet at £46.00 per person. The venue can also cater to Halal dietary requirements.

What are the drink package options and pricing?

Silver Package offers one hour of house wine, beer and soft drinks for £35.00 per person. Gold Package provides two hours for £55.00 per person. Diamond Package includes three hours for £85.00 per person. Champagne packages range from £95.00-£110.00 per person for three hours including house champagne, exclusive wine, and other beverages.

What are the minimum guest requirements for dining events?

Most dinner packages require a minimum of 20 guests, though some packages specify minimums of 40, 65, or 80 guests depending on the specific offering. Christmas party packages have a minimum of 65 guests. Day delegate rates typically require a minimum of 25-50 guests depending on the package.

How long are provisional bookings held and what's the confirmation process?

The venue holds provisional bookings for limited periods, typically requiring confirmation by specific deadlines (often same-day or within 24-48 hours). Spaces are released if confirmation isn't received by the stated deadline. Site visits can be arranged to view spaces before confirming your booking.

What dining spaces have specific access restrictions or requirements?

The Whitehall Suite and Whitehall Reception have restricted access via stairs only. Some spaces interconnect (like the Gladstone Library connecting to the Reading & Writing Room), which can provide additional flexibility for larger events or different dining configurations.

Can external catering or specialized cuisine be arranged?

The venue can accommodate Halal catering requirements and has indicated flexibility for specialized cuisine needs. For events requiring specific cultural cuisine (such as Thai or Bermudian food), arrangements may be possible though specific terms and additional costs would need to be discussed directly with the venue.

What's included in the Day Delegate Rate for dining events?

The Day Delegate Rate at £88-£152 per person includes arrival tea/coffee, mid-morning break, working buffet lunch served in the meeting room, afternoon tea/coffee break, room hire, flipchart with pads and pens, delegate stationery, mineral water, mints, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Continental breakfast can be added for £35-£42 per person.