Business

What are the room hire rates and minimum spend requirements for the Business space?

Room hire rates vary significantly based on dates and negotiations, ranging from £350-£1,800 + VAT for different room configurations. Most bookings include minimum catering spends ranging from £1,500-£2,700 + VAT depending on the room size and event duration. DDR packages are available from £50-£89 + VAT per person with minimum delegate requirements typically between 50-100 people.

What capacity limits apply to different seating layouts in the Business space?

Room capacities vary by specific room within the Business space: Room 201 holds up to 72 people cabaret style or 100 theatre style, Room 204 accommodates 20 people boardroom style, and combined Room 204&205 seats up to 100 people theatre style. The Main Hall can accommodate up to 280 people theatre style or 200 people cabaret style.

What AV equipment is included in the room hire?

Standard AV equipment includes 85" LCD monitor, 2x 85" LCD repeater monitors, lectern with microphone, mini PC for presentations, Wi-Fi, and on-site AV support. Larger spaces include additional equipment like PA systems, multiple microphones (roving, lapel, tabletop), LCD projectors, screens, and infra-red hearing systems with dedicated AV technicians.

What are the payment terms and deposit requirements?

A 10% deposit is required in advance via card payment to secure bookings. For smaller events, 100% prepayment based on contracted minimums is required. Any additions after the initial contract are invoiced separately or added to the final bill if close to the event date.

What catering options are available and how are they priced?

Catering options include DDR packages with arrival refreshments, mid-morning breaks, lunch, and afternoon refreshments. Individual items: tea/coffee servings £4.85-£6.10 + VAT per person, deli sandwich lunch £20 + VAT per person, hot fork buffet upgrades £8-£10 + VAT per person. Filtered water costs £1.50-£1.85 + VAT per serving.

Are there additional charges for evening events or weekend bookings?

Evening events running past 19:00 require mandatory security at £25 + VAT per hour with a minimum 4-hour shift. Weekend events incur an additional £500 + VAT staff fee. Evening staffing is charged at £25 + VAT per hour for events extending beyond standard hours.

What are the standard operating hours and access times?

Standard daytime events typically run 8:00am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm. Evening hire can start from 18:00 with access from that time. Room setup is completed prior to event start time, and early access may be available depending on prior bookings in the space.

What drinks and bar options are available for events?

One-hour drinks reception with house wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options costs £20-£25 + VAT per person (£28 + VAT with Prosecco). Extended bar service requires cashless or account bar setup with £750 + VAT minimum spend - if not reached, the remainder is added to your bill.

Can multiple rooms be booked simultaneously and what are the restrictions?

Multiple rooms can be booked together, such as Room 204&205 combined or Main Hall with breakout rooms. Multi-day bookings in larger rooms may require minimum daily catering spends of £1,000 + VAT. Room availability depends on existing bookings, and combined spaces may have higher minimum requirements.

What are the cancellation and booking hold policies?

Bookings require client profiles with phone numbers and postal addresses to be created in their system. Provisional holds can be placed but require prepayment to secure. Specific cancellation terms are not detailed in available information, but deposits are non-refundable once paid.