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What are the weekend pricing minimums and how do they compare to weekday rates?

Weekend events have a minimum spend of £4,000 per day. The venue offers significantly better value on weekdays, with Day Delegate Rates starting at £65 plus VAT per person on Mondays and Fridays, and £80 plus VAT per person Tuesday-Thursday, with a minimum of 30 guests.

What is included in the Classic Full Day Delegate Package and what are the exact costs?

The Classic Full Day Delegate Package costs £91 plus VAT per person (minimum 34 guests) and includes room hire 8am-5pm, arrival pastries, mid-morning tea/coffee with biscuits, deli sandwich lunch with fruit/salad and crisps, afternoon tea/coffee with fruit skewers, screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, cloakroom, and directional signage. Water is provided throughout the day.

What are the capacity limits for different room configurations and which spaces are recommended for business events?

The Council Chamber and Reception Room combination is recommended for most business events and can accommodate up to 70 guests in theatre style. For seated meals, the venue can accommodate a maximum of 60 people. The venue can host events for 5-120 guests total across all spaces.

What are the standard access times and can events run outside these hours?

Standard business event access is 8am-5pm. Events can run later with additional costs - a late license to midnight costs £500 plus VAT. The venue appears flexible on timing as some quotes show different access periods, but specific extended hours pricing should be confirmed for your event.

What lunch upgrade options are available and what do they cost?

Several lunch upgrades are available beyond the standard deli sandwich lunch: healthy working lunch upgrade costs £5.50 plus VAT per person, bowl food (5 bowls per person) costs £11.50 plus VAT per person, and fork buffet lunch costs £15.00 plus VAT per person. All upgrades have minimum number requirements.

What AV equipment is included and what additional technical services are available?

Standard AV includes screen and projector, Wi-Fi, and flipchart. The venue can provide handheld microphones and PA system for additional costs. For events requiring more complex AV setups, specific technical requirements should be discussed as part of a bespoke proposal.

How does the booking process work and what documents will I receive?

After initial enquiry, you'll receive a venue brochure, sample event menu, and bespoke proposal. You can request a provision hold on your preferred date, and site visits can be arranged to view the spaces. The venue encourages discussing bespoke proposals if standard packages don't meet your needs.

Are there restrictions on bringing external vendors or equipment for business events?

The venue allows some external arrangements - customers have inquired about bringing product samples and display equipment. However, specific vendor approval processes and restrictions aren't detailed in the available information, so external vendor requirements should be discussed during the proposal stage.

What is the cancellation policy and payment timeline for bookings?

Specific cancellation policies and payment timelines are not detailed in the available information. These important booking terms should be confirmed directly with the venue when requesting your bespoke proposal.

Can the venue accommodate interactive workshop setups with product stations and specialized equipment?

Yes, the venue has accommodated requests for interactive setups including boardroom/classroom configurations with product sample stations. One example included 3 stations of 2x2 square meters each with space for people to circulate, plus considerations for equipment with specific ceiling clearance requirements.