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What is the minimum spend requirement for garden events and what does it include?

Garden events require a minimum spend of £69 + VAT per guest. This covers access to both the garden and medicinal garden spaces, with packages including either BBQ party or pizza options, both featuring 3-hour unlimited drinks (beer, wine, and soft drinks).

What are the room hire costs for garden space bookings?

The garden and medicinal garden space costs £2,500 + VAT for hire. This is in addition to the minimum spend requirement of £69 + VAT per guest for catering packages.

What drinks reception options are available and at what cost?

One-hour drinks reception costs £22 + VAT per guest and includes unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and nibbles. For events requiring longer reception times, 3-hour unlimited drinks packages are available as part of the BBQ or pizza party options at £69 + VAT per guest.

Are there any restrictions on what activities are prohibited in the garden?

Inflatables are not permitted in the garden space. The venue also requires advance confirmation that no tickets will be sold at the door and all tickets must be pre-ordered for garden events.

When is the venue closed and unavailable for bookings?

The venue is completely shut during the entire month of August for soft refurbishment. However, Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th August 2025 are available as exceptions to this closure.

What is the minimum budget threshold for garden events?

The venue has a minimum quote requirement of £2,000 + VAT for events. Combined with the garden hire fee of £2,500 + VAT and minimum spend requirements, garden events typically require budgets significantly above this threshold.

What approval process is required for events at RCP London?

The venue requires advance disclosure of the event topic to ensure it adheres to the values of the Royal College of Physicians. Events must be approved based on their content and purpose before booking confirmation.

What are the booking hold and decision timeframes?

Initial space holds are placed on first option. If another enquiry is received for the same space, clients have 48 hours to make a decision, after which the booking moves to a second option waitlist.

Are daytime garden events available?

Daytime availability appears limited, with the venue stating they "cannot offer the daytime" for certain requests. Garden events seem primarily suited for evening and weekend slots.

What catering packages are specifically available for garden parties?

Two main packages are offered: BBQ Party package and Pizza package. Both are 3-hour events including unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks) and cost £69 + VAT per guest, subject to the minimum spend requirement.