Dining

Events

Weddings

What are the full costs for a private dining event on Silver Barracuda?

For a seated dinner, expect £123 per person plus VAT for a 4-hour charter including arrival bubbles, half bottle of wine, and 3-course menu. The charter fee is £6,000-£7,200 (VAT exempt) including 15-minute embark/disembark at Tower Bridge Quay. Total cost for 80 guests would be approximately £15,840 plus VAT.

What is the maximum capacity for seated dining events?

Silver Barracuda accommodates up to 140 guests for private dining with fixed art-deco booth seating on the lower deck and additional oval tables. The venue has sophisticated booth seating and can be configured for elegant seated celebrations.

What are the Christmas party package options and pricing?

Christmas packages start from £125 per person plus VAT including 5 bowl foods, free-flow house wines, bottled beers and soft drinks, plus onboard DJ. The charter fee is £7,000 (VAT exempt) for 5 hours with embark/disembark at Tower Bridge Quay. Total for 150 guests would be approximately £25,750 plus VAT.

What dining options are available for private events?

Silver Barracuda offers 3-course seated menus, substantial canapes (5 per person), or bowl food options (5 selections). All packages include free-flow house wines, bottled beers, and soft drinks during the charter. Kosher catering can be arranged through approved external caterers for dry hire events.

What are the charter timings and access arrangements?

Evening charters typically run 6pm-11pm with 4-5 hour durations available. You embark and disembark at Tower Bridge Quay with 15-minute pier slots included in the charter fee. For dry hire events, caterers have access from 12pm for setup during peak season.

What entertainment and AV facilities are included?

The upper deck features a part-reclining roof that opens in fine weather and serves as a dance floor for late-night dancing. DJ services are included in Christmas packages, and the venue can accommodate entertainment setups. Additional AV and production services are available at extra cost.

What are the dry hire options for external catering?

Dry hire is available with both charter fee (VAT exempt) and catering buyout fee (subject to 20% VAT) applying. External caterers must be approved and provide all crockery, cutlery, and staff. Woods Silver Fleet provides furniture including tables and chairs. Pier charges are £375 plus VAT per 15 minutes.

What drink packages and bar options are available?

Standard packages include free-flow house wines, bottled beers, and soft drinks during charter hours. Premium wine packages are available from £6.60 per person plus VAT. Arrival cocktails start from £11.75 per person plus VAT, and arrival bubbles from £9 per person plus VAT.

Can the venue accommodate dietary requirements and special requests?

Yes, the venue can accommodate various dietary needs including vegetarian options and halal requirements. For kosher events, approved external kosher caterers can be brought aboard for dry hire arrangements, though they must provide all their own equipment and staff.

What are the venue's unique features for special occasions?

Silver Barracuda is an elegant vintage river cruiser with art-deco booth seating and cruises between Westminster and Greenwich. The upper deck features a retractable roof offering views of London's river bridges, while the lower deck provides sophisticated dining space. The venue offers a unique Thames cruising experience unavailable at static venues.