Business

Dining

Events

What is the standard package pricing and what does it include?

The standard package is £32.00 + VAT per person and includes exclusive use of the Main Bar area, private rooms, and covered Winter Terrace, 2 bowl/street food dishes per person (choose 6 options from menu), and 2 drinks per person including wines by the glass, beers, ciders, spirits with mixers, soft drinks and mocktails. Additional drinks and food are £8.00 + VAT each, with no hire fee or service charge applied.

What are the capacity limits for different areas of the venue?

The Main Bar Area accommodates 20-320 people (350 with conference setup), while the covered Winter/Sun Terrace holds up to 150-200 people with blankets and heaters. Private rooms include Coffee Shop (60 people), DJ East (50 people), Chinatown (50 people), RUBELL's karaoke (45 people), Secret Room karaoke (25 people), Subway East (20 people), and HIGHLINE (30 people). Total venue capacity is 400 people across all areas.

What entertainment and activities are available, and what do they cost?

Entertainment options include DJ services, karaoke in private rooms, and social gaming activities like Table Football, Pool Table, Beer Pong, Party Limbo, Giant Jenga, and Ping Pong. A photobooth is available for £100 per hour, social gaming packages cost £300, and live DJ sets are £250. Additional activities include popcorn machines, soft whip ice cream machines, and cocktail masterclasses.

Can I book just a reserved area instead of exclusive hire?

Yes, you can reserve an area with a pay-as-you-go option instead of exclusive hire. For reserved areas, a refundable deposit of £100 is required, and there are minimum spend requirements that vary depending on dates and group size. This option allows you to use the venue without full exclusivity.

What are the venue's operating hours and closing times?

The venue closes at 11pm. Events can run until this time, with some special arrangements potentially extending to 1:30am for exclusive hire events. The venue manager is typically on-site until 6pm-7pm most days for meetings and site visits.

Is there a conference setup available and what AV equipment is provided?

Yes, full A/V presentation equipment and stage are available for conference events. The setup includes PA screens, stage, microphone, and cabaret/theatre seating arrangements for over 250 attendees. Conference setup costs £250 and can accommodate up to 350 people in the Main Bar area with additional conference staging.

What food options are available and can I adjust quantities?

The venue offers over 25 bowl/street food options including numerous vegetarian and vegan choices. Standard packages include 2-4 dishes per person depending on the package, with additional bowl food available at £8.00 + VAT each. You can choose 6 options from their menu brochure and adjust quantities as needed for your event.

Are there minimum spend requirements and do they vary by date?

Yes, there are minimum spends attached to venue hire that depend on specific dates. Weekend dates and peak times typically have higher minimum spend requirements. For exclusive hire events, minimum spends can range significantly based on the date and areas booked, with some premium dates requiring substantially higher commitments.

What drinks are included in packages and can I arrange drink tokens?

Drink packages include all wines by the glass, beers, ciders, spirits with mixers, soft drinks, mocktails, and non-alcoholic options including zero-proof spirits and non-alcoholic Prosecco. Yes, drink tokens can be arranged for events, and packages typically include 2-6 drinks per person depending on the selected package level.

How close is the venue to transport links?

HUCKSTER is located at 4 Kingdom Street, Paddington, just 2-3 minutes' walk from Paddington Station and the Elizabeth Line. This provides excellent access to international connections, the majority of tube lines, and links to North London, making it highly accessible for guests traveling from across London and beyond.