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What are the room hire costs and minimum guest requirements for private dining events?

Room hire starts from £4,000 for spaces like the Tower Suite with a minimum of 30 guests, or £4,500 for The Drawing Room. Some venues require minimum guest numbers - for example, the Tower Suite accommodates up to 36 guests maximum and requires a minimum of 30 guests for the £4,000 room hire fee.

What are the food and beverage package costs and what's included?

Day Delegate Rate is £165 per person including arrival refreshments, breaks, three-course buffet lunch, and meeting room rental. Dinner packages range from £97-£180 per person including three-course meals, sparkling wine on arrival, and half bottles of house wine and water. Christmas packages are £160-£210 per person with festive menus and unlimited drinks for four hours.

Are there mandatory additional costs beyond the quoted prices?

Yes, security officers are mandatory at £250 flat fee for some events. All prices are subject to discretionary service charge (amount not specified). VAT at 20% applies to all costs and is typically shown separately in quotes.

What are the capacity limits for different event setups?

Capacities vary significantly by room and setup - cabaret style accommodates 50-100 guests depending on the space, while theater style can handle up to 180+ guests minimum for standing receptions. The Tower Suite specifically accommodates up to 36 guests maximum, while larger spaces can handle 100+ for conferences.

What are the standard event timings and availability restrictions?

Tower Suite events run from 18:30-23:00. Day conferences typically operate 08:30-17:30 with setup from 08:00. Most evening events have hard stops around 23:00, and the venue offers access for setup typically 30-60 minutes before event start times.

How long are booking holds and what's the confirmation process?

The venue offers 'JOINT FIRST option' holds, with examples showing holds until specific dates (e.g., held until Friday, 30 May 2025 for a May 2026 event, or until Wednesday, 18 June 2025 for a May 2026 event). Exact hold periods appear to be negotiated case-by-case.

What dietary requirements and cuisine options are available?

The venue offers modern European cuisine as their in-house catering standard. They can accommodate halal dietary requirements and provide non-alcoholic packages for teetotal events. All dinner packages include the same starter, main, and dessert for all guests, though upgrade options are available.

What's included in the Christmas event packages and when are they available?

Christmas Classic Package at £160 per person includes sparkling wine on arrival, three-course festive menu, coffee and mince pies, plus half bottles of house wine and water. Christmas Indulgence Package at £210 per person adds unlimited house wine, beer and soft drinks for four hours, plus hats, crackers, novelties, silver candelabras, stage and dance floor.

What AV equipment and technical support is provided?

Basic AV support is mentioned for conferences and presentations, with capabilities for screens, microphones, and background music. Specific technical specifications and costs for AV equipment are not detailed in the available information and would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.

Are there restrictions on bringing external suppliers or decorations?

The venue offers in-house catering as their preference and standard approach. Information about external supplier policies, decoration restrictions, or vendor approval processes is not specified in the available communications and would need to be confirmed directly with the events team.