Business

What is the pricing structure for business events at Plaisterers' Hall?

Business event packages range from £73+VAT per person for day conferences (including venue hire 09:00-17:00, refreshments, lunch, and AV equipment) to £219+VAT per person for full dinner events. Dry hire options start at £12,000+VAT for 12-hour exclusive venue access. All pricing is based on exclusive venue hire regardless of group size.

What are the capacity limits for different business event setups?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 350 guests for seated dinner or 300 guests in cabaret style with screens. Theatre-style seating supports up to 400 delegates for conferences. The venue can accommodate up to 550 guests for standing receptions throughout the building.

What AV equipment and technical support is included?

Standard packages include stage, microphones, PA system, atmospheric lighting, and basic projection capabilities. Advanced AV packages with large screens, projectors, repeater screens, and dedicated tech assistants (up to 10 hours) are available for additional cost. External AV suppliers can be brought in with venue approval.

What are the standard operating hours and setup access times?

Standard business events typically run from 08:00-19:30 or 09:00-17:00 for day conferences. Evening events can extend until midnight or 01:00. Early setup access from 06:00-07:00 is available for conferences requiring AV testing, with 3-hour evening-before access possible for complex setups.

What catering options are available for corporate events?

Full catering packages include arrival refreshments, mid-morning/afternoon breaks, working lunches, and drinks receptions. Day delegate rates (DDR) start at £78+VAT per person including all refreshments and basic AV. External caterers can use kitchen facilities under dry hire arrangements with additional coordination required.

Are there mandatory additional costs beyond the base package price?

Security and cloakroom staff are included in most packages. Minimum bar spends of £2,000+VAT may apply for events with alcohol service. Chiavari chair upgrades, additional AV equipment, and extended hours beyond standard packages incur extra charges at £500-600 per hour.

What spaces are included with exclusive venue hire?

Exclusive hire includes access to the Great Hall (main event space), Livery Hall (reception/catering area), and Humber Room (up to 40 guests theatre-style, 22 boardroom-style). The Humber Room works well as a breakout space or private meeting room during larger corporate events.

What are the booking and payment requirements?

The venue requires confirmation of specific event details including exact timings, guest numbers, and catering requirements before providing final quotations. Payment terms and deposit requirements vary by event size and date. Availability is confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis with some dates showing limited availability.

Are there restrictions on event types or external suppliers?

The venue maintains a preferred supplier list for catering and AV services but allows external suppliers with prior approval. All rubbish must be removed by the client and their team for dry hire events. The venue is fully accessible and can accommodate branding opportunities including signage and digital displays.

What happens if my preferred date is unavailable?

If Plaisterers' Hall is unavailable, the venue team actively offers alternative dates or recommends sister venues including Brewers Hall and Coopers Hall (both within 2-minute walk). These smaller venues may be more suitable and cost-effective for events under 100 guests.