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What is the minimum spend required to open 116 Pall Mall for weekend events?

Weekend events require an overall minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

What are the standard operating hours and what are the charges for extended access?

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm/11:00pm (depending on space) incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour. Events can be extended until 1:00am with these hourly charges applying.

What payment terms and deposit requirements apply for bookings?

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The deposit payment deadline can be extended in some cases, such as to the end of September for events the following March. Payment can be made via BACs transfer, over the phone, or through a payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link).

What are the additional charges for AMEX payments?

AMEX payments are accepted via PDQ machine over the phone but incur an additional 5% charge of the total invoice value per payment. AMEX is not accepted through the standard payment link system.

How far in advance must contracts be signed and what happens to provisional bookings?

Contracts typically need to be signed within a few days to a week of receiving them to secure the space and date. Provisional holds can be given 48-hour deadlines to make decisions. The venue may close off enquiries if contracts aren't returned promptly, as spaces are liable to sell until contracted.

What catering restrictions apply and what menu requirements must be met?

External catering is strictly forbidden at the venue. All catering must be provided by Searcys, the in-house caterers. For set menus, one dish choice from each course is required for the whole party, with dietary requirements catered for separately. Table plans and name places must be provided on the day of the event.

What are the typical dinner package prices and what do they include?

Dinner packages range from £149-£284 + VAT per person depending on the specific package and guest numbers. Packages typically include champagne on arrival, three-course seasonal dinner with tea/coffee, unlimited house drinks for three hours, security and cloakroom, and venue hire fee. Christmas packages may include additional theming and entertainment.

What AV equipment and technical support is available for events?

AV equipment is available and can be quoted separately based on specific requirements. This includes screens, projectors, microphones (handheld, lapel, and roaming mics), and technical support. Two breakout rooms (St James 1 and St James 2) can be included in AV quotes for larger events requiring multiple presentation spaces.

What spaces can be hired together and what are the capacity options?

The Nash Room can be hired with the Waterloo Room as a bundle, with the Nash accommodating 184 cabaret style and the Waterloo providing additional standing capacity for 140 guests. The Carlton room offers 120 banquet with reception space or 180 banquet only. Multiple rooms can be combined for larger events.

What security and cloakroom arrangements are included?

Security and cloakroom services are included in most dinner packages. These services are mandatory for events and the costs are built into the package pricing rather than charged separately.