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What are the pricing structures for different event spaces at The Londoner?

The Green Room costs £130 per person with a 30-guest minimum, including room hire, setup, catering experiences, and dedicated events manager. 8 at The Londoner requires £3,000 room hire plus £16,000 minimum food and beverage spend for up to 150 guests. The Ballroom dinner package costs £180 per person with a 250-guest minimum, plus £8,000 additional room hire for smaller groups. All rates are inclusive of VAT and exclusive of 12.5-15% discretionary service charge.

What are the capacity limits for each event space?

8 at The Londoner and Shima Garden accommodate up to 150 people standing. The Ballroom can host up to 850 guests and is one of the largest event spaces in central London. The Green Room and Gallery meeting rooms are suitable for smaller corporate events and meetings, with The Gallery offering seven adjoining meeting rooms that can be customized for different group sizes.

What security requirements and costs apply to events?

Security is mandatory for all events at The Londoner at £35 per hour per guard, with a minimum 6-hour requirement. One security guard is required per 100 attendees, and additional guards may be needed depending on the event nature. Security is also required during full setup and de-rig periods for each event.

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

The Ballroom includes state-of-the-art Christie projectors, four large ceiling-hung screens, eight motorised trusses with moving lights, line array sound system, wireless microphones, stage with lectern, and ambient lighting controls. Basic AV facilities are complimentary when hiring AV technicians, starting from £4,200. Gallery rooms include wall-mounted 98" 4K LED screens, Apple TV, wireless presenting, and Bluetooth connectivity. External AV providers incur additional charges.

What are the typical event timing restrictions and setup requirements?

Events typically run with specific setup and de-rig windows - for example, Green Room events include setup from 7:00am-11:00am, meeting from 11:00am-5:00pm, and de-rig until 5:30pm. 8 at The Londoner events can run from 5pm-1am. The Ballroom allows setup from 6:00pm with guest arrival from 7:30pm and de-rig until 2:00am, depending on the package.

What catering packages and minimum spends are required?

The Green Room package at £130 per person includes arrival experience, afternoon experience, Gallery Farmers Market experience, and tea/coffee. The Ballroom dinner package includes champagne on arrival, three canapés, three-course seasonal menu, half bottle of house wine per person, and petit fours. 8 at The Londoner requires a £16,000 minimum food and beverage spend with seasonal Japanese menu options.

Are there additional mandatory fees beyond the quoted prices?

Yes, all events are subject to a discretionary service charge of 12.5-15% on top of the quoted prices. Security charges of £35 per hour per guard (minimum 6 hours) are mandatory. Any shortfall in minimum guest numbers or minimum spend commitments will be charged as additional room hire. AV technician fees start from £4,200 when using in-house equipment.

What spaces are available for different types of corporate events?

The Gallery offers seven adjoining meeting rooms with original art, built-in AV technology, and a private events entrance, ideal for meetings and presentations. The Green Room is suitable for day conferences and corporate events with dedicated experiences and AV capabilities. The Ballroom accommodates large corporate functions up to 850 guests with full production infrastructure, while 8 at The Londoner provides an intimate rooftop setting for receptions and networking events.

What booking procedures and hold periods apply?

The venue offers spaces on "first option" or "joint first option" basis with specific hold periods - for example, Green Room availability was held until Friday 21st March 2025 for a September event. Quotes are provided with specific timing requirements, and any extension of listed timings may require pricing review. Dedicated Events Managers are assigned to each booking to manage the process.

What unique features and amenities are included with event bookings?

Event packages include private entrances, private cloakrooms, unlimited Wi-Fi access, and dedicated Events Managers. The Ballroom features electronic signage screens, assisted listening systems, and full lighting control. 8 at The Londoner offers sweeping London skyline views with a retractable roof terrace. The Gallery provides original artwork from London's iconic art institutions and flexible room configurations.