Business

Dining

Events

What is the capacity and pricing for business events in the Great Hall?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 140 guests for conferences and presentations, and up to 120 guests for seated dinners. Venue hire ranges from £1,800 for 5-hour exclusive use (6pm-11pm) to £3,150 for extended 11.5-hour use (11:30am-11pm). All venue hire includes a hall manager and cloakroom staff.

What catering options and pricing are available for corporate events?

Three-course seated dinners cost £86 per person (£103.20 including VAT) with tea, coffee, and petit fours. Canapé packages range from £26.40-£38 per person (4-6 items), with additional canapés at £8 each. Christmas packages are available at £95-£120 per person including festive elements and extended drink packages.

What are the drink package options and costs?

Standard drink packages cost £36-£54 per person and include house wine, beer, and soft drinks for 3-4 hours. Premium packages include sparkling wine reception (1.5 glasses) plus half bottle of wine per person. Unlimited packages are available for £54 per person for 3 hours.

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

Basic AV equipment costs £850 plus VAT and includes a screen, projector, 2 handheld microphones, and 2 lapel microphones. A stage is available for £350 plus VAT. Hall staff can assist with basic setup but are not technical experts - advanced AV solutions require their preferred external supplier.

What are the mandatory additional costs beyond venue hire?

Hall staff meals are mandatory at £35-£55 per person for up to 3 staff members. Early access before 6pm costs £250 plus VAT unless booking is confirmed by March 18th (then complimentary from 4pm). Poseur tables cost £45-£58 each including delivery and linen, and bar linen is £18-£20 plus VAT each.

What furniture and setup is included versus additional costs?

Main tables and chairs are included in venue hire. High poseur tables cost £45-£58 each plus VAT including delivery and linen (typically 4-6 tables needed for standing receptions). Bar linen is charged separately at £18-£20 plus VAT each. Christmas crackers and themed table linen are included in festive packages.

What are the standard event timings and access arrangements?

Standard venue hire is 6pm-11pm for evening events or 11:30am-11pm for full-day use. Organizer access is typically 30 minutes before event start (e.g., 17:30 for 18:00 events). Early access from 4pm onwards is available for £250 plus VAT or complimentary if booking confirmed by March 18th.

Are there restrictions on external suppliers and entertainment?

External catering and DJs are permitted. The venue can provide DJ services for £1,100 plus VAT including full equipment and custom pre-requests. Musicians and live entertainment are allowed - the venue has hosted brass bands and background music. External suppliers appear to require approval but specific restrictions are not detailed.

What hybrid meeting and conference capabilities are available?

The venue can accommodate hybrid arrangements for conferences with online participants (up to 500 people mentioned in one inquiry). Basic AV equipment includes screen, projector, and multiple microphones suitable for presentations. Air conditioning is available to ensure comfort during extended conference sessions.

What are the booking and payment terms?

Early booking incentives are available - confirm by March 18th for complimentary early access from 4pm. The venue requires advance booking for popular dates, particularly November-December Christmas party season. Specific payment terms and cancellation policies are not detailed in available information but are mentioned as part of standard booking discussions.