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What are the pricing options for private dining events at The Drawing Room?

The Drawing Room offers several dining packages: a Dinner Package at £150 per person (minimum 20 guests) including sparkling wine on arrival, 3-course dinner, half bottle of house wine and mineral water per person, plus £4,000 room hire. For Christmas events, packages range from £160-£210 per person with room hire from £4,500-£6,000 depending on the specific package and guest count.

What is the capacity and minimum guest requirement for The Drawing Room?

The Drawing Room can accommodate up to 150 guests for dining events. Most dining packages require a minimum of 20 guests, with room hire fees applying if numbers fall below the agreed minimum. The space is designed specifically for seated dining experiences rather than standing receptions.

What dining options and menu flexibility is available?

The venue offers modern European cuisine with set 3-course menus where all guests receive the same starter, main course, and dessert. Menu upgrades are available for an additional cost. Christmas packages include festive menus with coffee, herbal infusions, and mince pies, while standard packages include tea, coffee, and petit fours.

What are the beverage packages and alcohol policies?

Standard dining packages include half a bottle of house wine and mineral water per person. Christmas Indulgence packages offer unlimited house wine, beer, and soft drinks for a four-hour period. There is also a minimum spend requirement of £40 per person for beverages on certain packages like the Tower Suite option.

Can the venue accommodate special dietary requirements like halal food?

Based on customer inquiries in the correspondence, the venue can discuss halal and teetotal dietary requirements, though specific halal menu options and pricing would need to be confirmed directly with the events team during the planning process.

What are the available time slots for dining events?

Dining events typically run in the evening, with examples showing events from 18:30-23:00. The Tower Suite specifically operates from 18:30-23:00 for private dining events. Setup times and exact duration can be arranged based on your specific requirements.

What additional services and equipment are included?

Christmas packages include hats, crackers, novelties, silver candelabras, stage and dance floor, plus menu and table plan printing (3 per table). The venue provides dedicated event management, customization options for menu selections and decor, and has features like air conditioning, high ceilings, natural daylight, and WiFi.

How far in advance do I need to book and what are the booking terms?

The venue can hold spaces on a 'joint first option' basis, with examples showing holds for several weeks (such as holding until 30 May for a May event). Specific booking timelines and deposit requirements should be confirmed directly with the events team based on your event date and requirements.

Are there any additional mandatory costs beyond the quoted packages?

Yes, there are additional costs including discretionary service charge and security officer charges where required. For larger events, security costs are mentioned at £250-£250 per hour depending on the event size and requirements.

What happens if my guest numbers change after booking?

Packages are based on minimum guest numbers (typically 20 for dining packages). If your numbers fall below the agreed minimum, additional room hire charges may apply to meet the minimum spend requirements. It's important to confirm final numbers during the planning phase.