Dining

Events

Weddings

What are the exact costs for booking the Private Dining Room?

The Private Dining Room has a room hire fee of £1,000-£2,000 plus a minimum food and beverage spend of £4,000-£13,500 inclusive of VAT, excluding 12.5% service charge on food and beverage. The minimum spend varies based on your specific requirements and gives you flexibility to build a tailored package.

What are the capacity limits for different event types in the Private Dining Room?

The Private Dining Room accommodates up to 73 guests for seated dining events and up to 100 guests for drinks receptions. For events over 50 guests, security is mandatory at £30 per hour with a 6-hour minimum requirement.

What catering options are available and can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

The venue offers a new menu from May Fair Kitchen featuring Mediterranean cuisine with Spanish and Italian small plates, complemented by fine wines. Halal catering options are available, and the venue can accommodate alcohol-free events with bespoke mocktail menus for specific requirements.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included with the space?

The Private Dining Room includes LCD projector, PA system, Wi-Fi connection, air conditioning, and dimmer lighting controls. Additional AV requirements can be arranged through the venue's technical team with advance notice.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the booking process?

Quotes are offered on a joint option basis (first-come-first-serve) and are valid for 5 working days. The venue requires confirmation within this timeframe to secure your booking, and rates may be re-quoted if not accepted within the validity period.

What are the setup and access arrangements for events?

The Private Dining Room offers exhibition space and can be configured for various layouts. Access times vary by event type, with some events requiring 4 hours of setup time before the event start, which should be discussed during the booking process.

Are there any restrictions on event timing or days of the week?

The venue can accommodate events throughout the week, though availability varies. Some corporate events prefer Tuesday-Thursday patterns, and the venue can accommodate both daytime and evening events with flexible timing arrangements.

What additional services and charges should I expect?

All rates are subject to the venue's Terms & Conditions, and a 12.5% service charge applies to food and beverage. Security is mandatory for events over 50 guests at £30 per hour (6-hour minimum), and any additional services or equipment will incur separate charges.

Can the Private Dining Room accommodate Christmas and special occasion events?

Yes, the venue offers special Christmas packages starting from £145 per person inclusive of VAT, including prosecco on arrival, three-course Christmas dinner, wine, decorations, and Christmas crackers. Minimum chargeable numbers typically apply for package deals.

What makes this space suitable for product launches and corporate presentations?

The Private Dining Room features exhibition space, professional AV equipment including LCD projector and PA system, and can accommodate both seated dining and reception-style events. The space offers a stylish Mediterranean-inspired environment perfect for corporate entertaining and product showcases.