Dining

Events

Weddings

What is the dining capacity and room hire cost for The Hall?

The Hall can accommodate up to 276 guests for dining and is available Monday to Friday from 6:00pm onwards, and on weekends during both day and evening. Room hire pricing varies by event type - for example, a dinner package for 90 guests costs £142 ex VAT per person which includes room hire with a 10% discount from 6pm-11pm.

What is included in the dinner packages and what are the typical costs per person?

The dinner package at £142 ex VAT per person includes hire of The Hall from 6pm-11pm (with 10% discount), 1 glass of house Prosecco on arrival, half a bottle of house wine, half a bottle of still/sparkling water per person, 3-course menu with coffee and chocolates, and PA system with 1 microphone. Additional catering options include arrival tea/coffee/pastries from £8.50 per person and classic sandwich lunch from £19.30 per person.

What are the availability restrictions for dining events in The Hall?

The Hall is available for hire Monday to Friday from 6:00pm onwards, and on weekends during both day and evening. The venue closes for August summer holidays and also closes from September 4th until September 8th for holidays, reopening for events from September 8th onwards.

What catering options are available and can I use external caterers?

The venue offers in-house catering with options including 3-course dinners from £71.50 per person, arrival drinks from £5.96 per person, and wine packages from £22 per person. For weddings, dry hire is available at £15,000 ex VAT which allows you to use your own caterers with access to all internal event spaces.

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

Basic AV equipment including a PA system with 1 microphone is included in dinner packages. The venue also offers screen and video conferencing facilities, though specific additional AV costs are not detailed in standard packages.

How far in advance do I need to book and what is the booking process?

Booking timelines vary by event proximity - for events not far away, confirmation is requested before specific deadlines (e.g., confirm before April 30th for a May event). The venue operates on a provisional hold system where they contact clients holding first option before placing your event on second option hold.

Are there any special offers or pricing freezes available?

Yes, there is a room hire price freeze offer for 2026 events, allowing you to book 2026 events at current 2025 rates. This offer ends August 31st, 2025, and terms and conditions apply.

What spaces are suitable for Christmas and festive dining events?

The venue offers Christmas dining from small intimate dinners to lively receptions for up to 400 guests. The Parliament Chamber and Luncheon Room work well for themed celebrations like 1920s Prohibition style events with feathers, jazz, and vintage flair, while traditional Christmas themes with twinkling lights and baubles suit The Hall perfectly.

What is the dry hire cost for weddings and what does it include?

Wedding dry hire costs £15,000 ex VAT and includes use of all internal event spaces with your own caterers. The Hall, along with the rest of the first floor, is particularly suitable for weddings and other events requiring additional space.

What are the minimum catering spends and additional mandatory costs?

Specific minimum catering spends vary by event type and space. For example, some events have minimum catering spends of £2,640 ex VAT. All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT, which is charged at 20% on top of the base prices.