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Events

What are the room hire rates for different meeting spaces and what's included?

Room hire rates vary by space: Marylebone £750 per day (reduced from £1050), Bond Street £1500 per day, Green Park £750 per day, Downing Street and Mayfair £450 each per day. All room hire includes Wi-Fi, mineral water, 1 flipchart with pads and pens, 85" TV with HDMI cable, and VAT. Plasma TV screens are mentioned for some spaces.

What are the capacity limits for different room setups?

Marylebone accommodates maximum 45 people in theatre setup. Bond Street holds up to 70 people in banquet setup (10 people per table) and 100 people in theatre setup. Hyde Park can accommodate up to 500 people with flexible configurations, while Park Lane holds up to 280 people theatre style or 240 for reception.

What are the Day Delegate Package rates and what do they include?

Day Delegate Package rates are £89 per person for minimum 100 people (reduced to £75 for some bookings, or £65 for Hyde Park with minimum 150 people). Package includes arrival tea/coffee with treats, mid-morning tea/coffee with treats, delegate lunch, mid-afternoon tea/coffee with treats, room hire, pads/pens, mineral water, screen, LCD projector, flipchart, and VAT.

What are the catering options and pricing for meetings and events?

Catering options include: unlimited tea/coffee throughout day £17.50 per person, tea/coffee with snacks £7 per serving, tea/coffee without snacks £4 per serving, sandwich lunch £17.50 per person, hot/cold fork buffet £29 per person, lunch buffet £24.50 per person. Continental breakfast £18.50 per serving, full English breakfast £22 per serving.

How long are provisional bookings held and what are the confirmation requirements?

Provisional bookings are held for 7 days, with some quotes valid for 1-2 weeks. To confirm bookings, signed contracts and payment are required by specific deadlines (typically 14 BST on specified dates). If not confirmed within the timeframe, bookings are automatically released from the system.

What are the evening event options and minimum spend requirements?

Evening events are available with access from 18:30-19:00 until midnight. Bond Street evening hire is £750 (reduced from £950) with minimum catering spend of £900. Half-day DDR is available at £70 per person. Events can run from 12:00-18:00 for specific requirements.

What are the canape and drinks packages for corporate events?

Canape options include Classic (4 items £16 or 6 items £23), Gourmet (4 items £21 or 6 items £27.50), Vegan/Gluten Free (4 items £21 or 6 items £23). Drink packages: 1 hour wine/beer/soft drinks £28 per person, 1 hour with spirits £49 per person, 2 hours with spirits £89 per person. Plus 13.5% service charge applies.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are available?

Standard AV includes 85" TV with HDMI cable, screen, LCD projector, flipchart, and unlimited Wi-Fi. Hyde Park and Park Lane feature built-in screens, dimmable lighting, air conditioning, and hearing loop (Park Lane). PA systems from £750, microphones from £100, AV technician from £750. Some rooms have built-in stages.

Are there adjoining spaces available for registration and breakout sessions?

Yes, several spaces offer adjoining areas. Park Lane ballroom includes adjoining Albert Hall suite for private registration and breakout area. Hyde Park (up to 500 people) has an exclusive adjoining dining area. Albert Hall can accommodate up to 150 guests for reception or 80 for dinner with built-in bar.

What are the setup and access arrangements for events?

Events typically run 9:00-17:00 with some flexibility for 12:00-18:00 timing. Evening access available from 18:30-19:00 until midnight. Theatre, cabaret, classroom, banquet, and boardroom setups are available. Setup requirements should be specified when booking as different rooms accommodate different maximum capacities per layout.