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What are the room hire costs and minimum guest requirements for different event spaces?

Room hire varies by space: Tower Suite costs £4,000 for minimum 30 guests (up to 36 capacity), Drawing Room starts from £4,500, and Grand Ballroom hire ranges from £4,000-£16,000 depending on configuration and timing. Most spaces require minimum guest numbers, with some quotes showing reductions when minimums aren't met.

What are the Day Delegate Rate packages and what do they include?

The Day Delegate Rate is £165 per person (£198 including VAT) and includes arrival tea/coffee with Danish pastries, mid-morning and afternoon breaks with refreshments, three-course standing buffet lunch, main meeting room rental (08:30-17:30), notepads, pencils, bottled water, and WiFi. This package is designed for corporate meetings and conferences.

What are the Christmas package options and pricing?

Two Christmas packages are available: Classic Christmas Package at £160 per person (£192 inc VAT) includes sparkling wine on arrival, 3-course festive menu, half bottle house wine, and half bottle mineral water. Christmas Indulgence Package at £210 per person includes the same plus unlimited house wine, beer and soft drinks for four hours, plus stage, dance floor, and festive extras.

What are the dinner package costs and minimum requirements?

Standard dinner packages start at £150 per person (inc VAT) with a guaranteed minimum of 20 guests required. The package includes sparkling wine on arrival, 3-course dinner with same starter/main/dessert for all guests, half bottle house wine per person, half bottle mineral water, plus tea/coffee and petit fours. Room hire of £4,000-£4,800 applies separately.

What additional mandatory costs should I budget for beyond the quoted packages?

Security officers are mandatory at £250-£300 total cost for most events. Discretionary service charge applies to all bookings. Some events may require additional room hire fees if guest numbers fall below agreed minimums, and VAT at 20% applies to all charges unless already included in quoted prices.

What are the capacity limits for different event setups?

Capacities vary by space and setup: Tower Suite accommodates up to 36 guests, cabaret style can seat 50-100 guests depending on room, standing receptions can accommodate 180+ guests minimum in larger spaces, and theatre style can handle 350+ for conferences. Wedding receptions can accommodate up to 350 guests in the main ballroom.

How long can I hold space without confirming and what are the booking procedures?

Space can be held on 'joint first option' typically until a specified date (examples show 2-4 weeks from quote date). Proposals include draft event schedules that can be amended during the planning phase post-confirmation. Full confirmation and payment terms are required to secure the booking.

What are the timing restrictions and available hours for events?

Tower Suite is available 18:30-23:00 for dinner events. Day meetings typically run 08:30-17:30. Evening events can extend until midnight or 01:00 depending on the space. Setup access is usually available from 16:00-17:00 before events, and some spaces have hard stops at specific times like 22:00 or 23:00.

What catering options are available and can dietary requirements be accommodated?

The venue offers modern European cuisine with set menus (same starter, main, dessert for all guests). Halal and teetotal dietary needs can be accommodated with non-alcoholic packages available. Catering ranges from standing buffets and bowl food to formal 3-course plated meals, with upgrade options available for set menus.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are included?

Basic AV support is available including screens, microphones, and sound systems for presentations. Some spaces can accommodate stages and dance floors. WiFi is included in meeting rooms. More complex technical requirements may incur additional charges and should be discussed during the planning phase.