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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. Theatre setup capacity varies from 45 people (Marylebone) to 90+ people (Bond Street).

What are the Day Delegate Package rates and what does it include?

Day Delegate Package rates are £65-£89 per person depending on group size and room, with discounts available (e.g., £75 reduced from £89 for 150+ people). The package includes arrival tea/coffee with treats, mid-morning refreshments, delegate lunch, mid-afternoon tea/coffee, room hire 9am-5pm, pads/pens, mineral water, screen, LCD projector, flipchart, and VAT.

What are the catering options and pricing for meetings?

Individual catering options include: unlimited tea/coffee throughout the day £17.50 per person, tea/coffee with snacks £7 per person per serving, tea/coffee only £4 per person per serving, sandwich lunch £17.50 per person, hot/cold fork buffet £29 per person, and working lunch buffet £24.50 per person. All prices include VAT.

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

Provisional bookings are held for 7 days from the quote date. To confirm, you need a signed contract and payment, with specific deadlines communicated (e.g., "by 14 BST on 22 April"). If not confirmed within the timeframe, bookings are automatically released from the system.

What are the capacity limits for different room setups?

Capacity varies by room and setup: Marylebone accommodates maximum 45 people in theatre style, Bond Street up to 90 people theatre style, Hyde Park up to 200 people classroom style or 500 people total. Park Lane ballroom holds up to 280 people theatre style or 240 for reception, with built-in stage and adjoining Albert Hall suite.

What AV equipment is included and what are additional AV costs?

Standard room hire includes 85" TV with HDMI cable, screen, LCD projector, and flipchart. Additional AV services available: PA system from £750, microphones from £100, AV technician from £750. All meeting rooms have unlimited Wi-Fi, and some have built-in screens and hearing loops.

What are the half-day rates and timing options?

Half-day DDR packages are available at £70 per person. Custom timing is possible, such as 12:00-18:00 sessions. Evening access can be arranged (e.g., 18:30-19:00 till midnight for events), with room hire rates potentially reduced for evening use.

Are there minimum spend requirements for catering?

Yes, minimum catering spends apply for certain bookings. For example, evening events may require a minimum £900 spend on catering. Day Delegate Packages have minimum guaranteed numbers (e.g., 100 people minimum for £89 per person rate, 150 people minimum for £75 per person rate).

What breakfast and canape options are available with pricing?

Breakfast options include: granola/yogurt pots £3.50 per serving, smoothies £3.50, fruit selection £3.50, seasonal fruit platters £29 (5 people) or £55 (10 people), breakfast rolls £9.50, continental breakfast £18.50, full English £22. Canapes: Classic 4 items £16 or 6 items £23 per person, Gourmet 4 items £21 or 6 items £27.50 per person.

What commission structure applies to bookings?

Commission is paid at 10% on gross rate for confirmed bookings. This applies to room hire and catering packages, and is mentioned consistently across proposals for corporate events and meetings.