Dining

Events

Weddings

What are the room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for wedding receptions?

Weekend venue hire is £4,000 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £6,000 + VAT required. The space features a wedding license, fixed speakers, and built-in PA system. All pricing is subject to VAT at 20%.

What are the capacity limits for different event layouts in the wedding space?

The Common Room can accommodate up to 96 guests cabaret style with catering served in the room, 144 guests with catering served in a different room, 150 theatre style with catering in the room, or up to 180 guests seated on round tables. Maximum capacity with stage setup is 244 guests theatre style.

What time slots are available and what are the different pricing options?

Three time slot options are available: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (£3,600 + VAT, £3,000 minimum spend), 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (£2,300 + VAT, £1,500 minimum spend), and 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (£2,750 + VAT, £5,000 minimum spend). Evening slots from 18:30-23:00 are also available at £2,750 + VAT.

What catering packages are available and what do they include?

Ceremony packages start at £52.50 + VAT per person (minimum 300 guests) including exclusive hire 12:00-17:00, prosecco on arrival, 4 bowl food options, AV and staging, and dedicated team. Alternative finger food buffet is £47.50 + VAT per person. Two-course dinner options are £57.00 + VAT per person.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included?

Standard AV package includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern and lectern mic, handheld mic for £400 + VAT. The space has fixed speakers, built-in PA system, complimentary Wi-Fi, and digital signage capabilities including personalised welcome signs.

What additional services and amenities are provided?

Services include dedicated event team, security, cloakroom facilities, uplighters for ambience, digital and directional signage, and early access for organisers (typically 1 hour before event start). Tap water is complimentary throughout events.

Can external suppliers be used and what are the decoration policies?

The venue works with various suppliers for decorations, DJs, and entertainment. Christmas theming has included Great Gatsby, Starry Nights, and Candy Cane Lane themes. Photo booth services are available from £950 + VAT. Specific decoration policies are not detailed in available information.

What are the booking and payment procedures?

The venue offers provisional holds for 7 days while clients consider options. Site visits can be arranged with the sales team during business hours (typically 09:30-16:30). Specific payment terms and deposit requirements are not detailed in available information.

Are there any restrictions on event dates or special considerations?

Weekend events have higher minimum spends (from £10,000 + VAT mentioned for some weekend bookings). The building is typically closed on weekends, making it more exclusive but with different pricing structures. Weekday events may have more flexible arrangements.

What food and beverage options are available beyond standard packages?

Bar services include pay bar for additional drinks beyond packages, with option to pre-pay for bar tabs. Canapes can be added at £14.50 + VAT per person (3 per person). Wine packages include half bottles per person, and unlimited house wine, beer, and soft drinks packages are available for specific durations.