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What are the exact pricing options for private dinner packages at Canterbury Suite?

Canterbury Suite offers two private dinner package options: £99.00 per person for minimum 35 people (includes VAT and service charge) or £105.00 per person including VAT. Both packages include private room hire, arrival drink (sparkling wine or juice), 3-course set menu with tea/coffee and petit fours, half bottle of house wine per person, half bottle of water per person, and dedicated event planner.

What is the maximum capacity and room specifications for Canterbury Suite?

Canterbury Suite accommodates up to 50 people in banqueting style or 60 in theatre style, with 30 in U-shape configuration. The room is 65.33 sqm, located on the 1st floor with natural daylight, air conditioning and heating, disabled access, and complimentary WiFi.

How long are provisional bookings held and what are the booking deadlines?

Provisional bookings are held on 1st option for 1 week, with automatic release if not confirmed by the specified deadline (typically by 5pm on the deadline day). Final event details must be submitted by noon on the Friday before the event, and any modifications after this deadline are subject to availability.

What are the day delegate rate packages and what do they include?

Day delegate rates start from £80-£96 per person for minimum 45 people (reduced from standard £95-£110). The package includes arrival tea/coffee with refreshments, mid-morning break, working lunch, afternoon break, room hire with stationery and mineral water, complimentary WiFi, LCD projector with screen, flipchart, and dedicated event planner.

What additional services are available and what are the costs?

Additional services include: unlimited tea/coffee at £15.00 per person per day, printing at £0.75 per page (double-sided colour A4), name tag printing on place cards, PA system with wireless microphones at £250.00 including VAT, and lectern at £60.00. The venue can also provide a coffee machine for free-flow coffee during meetings.

What are the cancellation terms and charges?

Cancellation charges are: 30% of function charges between 52-12 weeks prior, 50% between 12-8 weeks prior, 80% between 8-4 weeks prior, and 100% of charges if cancelled within 4 weeks of the event date.

What are the minimum spend requirements for drinks receptions?

For drinks receptions, the venue recommends a minimum spend of £500.00 including VAT, though they may consider £400.00 depending on the event. Additional drinks beyond package inclusions are charged on a consumption basis with guests paying on their own account via card bar.

What menu restrictions apply for group dining events?

For group dining events, menus are limited to maximum 2-2-2 choices (2 starters, 2 mains, 2 desserts) for the whole group, or 3-3-3 choices for larger events. Menu choices must be confirmed at least 14 days prior to the event, and name cards/seating plans must be self-arranged by the client.

What AV equipment is included and what requires external suppliers?

Standard room hire includes 1 LCD screen with projector, flipchart, and basic HDMI connection. For advanced AV requirements like live streaming, multiple microphones, or professional sound systems, clients must use the venue's designated AV supplier or bring their own (requiring PAT test, public liability, and RAMS forms).

What are the timing restrictions and access arrangements?

Events typically run from 6pm-11pm for dinners or 9am-5pm for conferences. The venue requires delivery details and timing to be confirmed in advance, and any setup requirements must be arranged with the concierge team. Access times outside standard hours may require additional arrangements.