Café Duke at 116 Pall Mall

Weekend bookings require a minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays under normal circumstances. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour. Extensions until 1:00am are available at the same hourly rate.

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The venue requires contract signature first, with cancellation terms and conditions applying immediately after signing. Payment can be made via BACs transfer, phone payment, or payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link).

Yes, AMEX payments incur an additional 5% charge of the invoice value per payment. AMEX is not accepted via the standard payment link and must be processed over the phone using their PDQ machine.

Dates can be held provisionally, but if another client shows interest, the venue will deadline the original client within 48 hours to make a decision. Space is liable to sell until a contract is signed, so prompt contract execution is essential to secure your date.

Based on the venue description, Café Duke is described as a unique, quirky space with original Art Deco features and 19th century decoration. However, specific capacity numbers for this space are not provided in the available information - you'll need to contact the venue directly for exact capacity details.

External catering is strictly forbidden at 116 Pall Mall. All catering must be provided by Searcys, the venue's award-winning in-house caterers who emphasize sustainability and seasonal ingredients.

The venue can provide screens, projectors, microphones (handheld and lapel), and technical support. AV quotes are provided separately based on specific requirements. The venue has experience accommodating various technical setups for presentations and entertainment.

Yes, 116 Pall Mall is fully accessible with accessible toilets, lift access, and ramp access. The venue also provides security and cloakroom services as standard with most packages.

Café Duke was created from the original washrooms of the United Services Club and features unique Art Deco elements and original 19th century decoration. It has served as a filming location for major productions including 'The Dark Knight' and 'Downton Abbey', making it an authentic period setting for film and photo shoots.