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What is the room hire cost for the Ada Salter Suite and what does it include?

The Ada Salter Suite costs £850.00 for access from 9:00 to 17:00, and this rate is VAT exempt. The hire includes complimentary water on arrival, dedicated screen or projector, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and complimentary flip chart.

What is the maximum capacity for the Ada Salter Suite and what room layouts are available?

The Ada Salter Suite can accommodate up to 22 people in cabaret style seating. The space is located on the ground floor and offers natural daylight with modern audiovisual equipment including a data projector and PA system.

What are the catering options and pricing for events in the Ada Salter Suite?

Two full day catering packages are available: £47.00 inc VAT per person (includes welcome tea/coffee/pastries, mid-morning tea/coffee/biscuits, deli buffet lunch, afternoon tea/coffee/cake, and still/sparkling water) or £52.00 inc VAT per person (same as above but with hot finger food buffet lunch instead of deli buffet). External catering is not permitted.

How far in advance do I need to confirm final catering orders?

Final food orders must be confirmed at least one week before your event date. For short notice bookings, this deadline becomes critical - for example, an event on January 16th would require final catering confirmation by January 8th.

Are rooms held during the enquiry process or available for others to book?

Rooms are not automatically held during enquiries and remain available for others to book. You must specifically request to hold the room in the diary to secure your date, and as a new customer you'll need to complete a new customer form.

Does Friends House provide accommodation for multi-day events?

No, Friends House does not offer accommodation. If you require overnight stays for delegates, you'll need to arrange separate hotel bookings in the area.

What are the standard operating hours and can events run outside these times?

Standard venue access is from 8:30 to 17:00, with some quotes showing 9:00 to 17:00 access. Events typically cannot extend beyond these hours, and evening events or extended access may not be accommodated.

Is there a minimum spend or guest requirement for booking the Ada Salter Suite?

While specific minimum requirements aren't detailed for the Ada Salter Suite, the venue has indicated they cannot accommodate events with budgets of £100-£200 for room hire, suggesting the £850 room hire rate represents the minimum cost regardless of group size.

What AV equipment is included and are there additional technical requirements?

The Ada Salter Suite includes a dedicated screen or projector, PA system, and flip chart as standard. The space is equipped with modern audiovisual technology, though specific details about microphones, HDMI cables, or additional technical support aren't specified in the standard package.

Can I bring my own equipment or external suppliers for presentations and workshops?

While external catering is explicitly not allowed, the policy on bringing your own AV equipment or other external suppliers for presentations and workshops is not clearly specified. You should confirm this directly when making your booking enquiry.