Business

Events

What are the room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for business meetings?

Room hire varies by time slot: 9:00am-5:00pm costs £3,600 + VAT with £3,000 minimum spend on food and drinks, 1:00pm-5:00pm costs £2,300 + VAT with £1,500 minimum spend, and 6:00pm-11:00pm costs £2,750 + VAT with £5,000 minimum spend. All prices exclude VAT and the minimum spend must be allocated to catering.

What capacity limits apply to different room layouts for corporate events?

The Common Room accommodates up to 96 guests cabaret style with catering served in-room, 144 guests cabaret with catering in adjacent space, 150 theatre style with in-room catering, 180 theatre style with stage setup, or maximum 244 theatre style with stage and catering in separate areas. Smaller rooms like Holborn & Lincoln accommodate up to 20 guests boardroom style.

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

Basic AV package costs £400 + VAT and includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern with microphone, and handheld microphone. Some rooms have built-in AV facilities, while smaller rooms like Holborn & Lincoln require an additional screen for £150 + VAT per day.

What are the DDR (Delegate Day Rate) packages and what do they include?

DDR packages start from £60 + VAT per person (minimum 100 guests) including room hire 9:00am-5:00pm, arrival refreshments, executive lunch, AV equipment, filtered water, dedicated team, and Wi-Fi. Higher-tier packages at £72.90 + VAT (minimum 70 guests) include additional tea/coffee breaks and enhanced catering options.

What catering options and minimum requirements apply to business events?

In-house catering is provided by Graysons with various options from basic refreshments to full meals. Minimum catering spends range from £200 + VAT per day for smaller rooms to £3,000-£5,000 + VAT depending on room and time slot. Two-course dinners cost £57 + VAT per person.

What are the booking procedures and access arrangements?

Events can be held on provisional option initially, with 7-day holds available. Early access for organisers is typically provided 1 hour before event start time. Reception security team welcomes guests and notifies venue staff of arrivals. Registration tables can be set up in the main foyer.

Are there restrictions on weekday versus weekend bookings?

Weekday bookings are more flexible as the building operates normally with public access and Law Society members present. Weekend events require higher minimum spends from £10,000 + VAT as the building is typically closed. Filming in communal areas is restricted during weekday business hours.

What additional services and facilities are available for corporate events?

Additional services include dedicated event teams, security, cloakroom facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, digital and directional signage, personalised welcome signs, uplighters for ambience, and AV technician support. The venue can accommodate hybrid events and provides registration desk facilities.

What are the policies for multi-day bookings and extended hire periods?

Multi-day bookings are available with potential discounts based on requirements. For example, 20 consecutive weekdays would cost £950 + VAT per day for smaller rooms like Holborn & Lincoln, plus minimum catering spend of £200 + VAT per day. Extended bookings are subject to availability and negotiated rates.

What are the cancellation and flexibility policies for business bookings?

The venue offers provisional holds for up to 7 days while clients make decisions. Date flexibility is limited, particularly for popular dates, and alternative dates may be suggested if preferred dates are unavailable. Specific cancellation terms are not detailed in available information and would need to be confirmed during booking.