Business

Dining

Events

What is the venue hire cost and what's included in the price?

Standard venue hire is £10,000 per day, but reduced rates are available depending on your event size and requirements (quotes show reductions to £5,000-£6,000 for many events). This includes all AV equipment (10x 55-inch TVs, bespoke lighting, PA system, handheld microphone), uniformed SIA security staff, cloakroom attendants, furniture, glassware, and all service staff. Food and beverages are charged separately.

What are the capacity limits for different dining setups?

The venue accommodates 450 standing maximum (excluding staff), 360 for dinner/dance events, and 200-300 for theatre-style seating. There is fixed casual seating for 168 guests in the 10 alcoves that branch off the main space. The venue works well for intimate dinners of 60+ guests up to large celebrations of 350+.

What are the licensing hours and restrictions?

The venue has a 00:00 (midnight) licence Monday-Thursday and Sunday (23:00 on Sundays), extending to 00:30 on Friday and Saturday nights. De-rigging must be completed before 21:00 on the event day or the following morning due to landlord restrictions.

What food packages are available and at what cost?

Food packages include: 6 canapés per person £35, 10 canapés per person £45, 5 bowl/street food options £55 per person, and 3-course lunch/dinner £90 per person. A DDR (tea/coffee and lunch) package is available at £77 per person. All food is prepared by a Michelin-trained chef using the full-service in-house kitchen.

What drinks packages are offered and how much do they cost?

Drinks options include: 3 hours of beer/wine/soft drinks £35 per person, open bar £25 per person per hour, and Prosecco reception £25 per person for 45 minutes. Some quotes show beer/wine/soft drinks at £10 per hour per person, with pricing varying by event specifics.

What AV equipment and technical support is provided?

Included AV comprises 10x 55-inch TVs (2 on mobile stands), bespoke venue lighting throughout, in-house PA system, handheld microphone, 32amp 3-phase power, and 72x 13amp & USB points. An in-house creative production team is available, and a technical operator can be provided on-site for an additional charge.

How is the space configured and what makes it unique for dining events?

The venue features 1 main central space with 10 alcoves (each 7m x 3.5m) branching off it, creating intimate dining areas while maintaining connection to the main event. Fixed casual seating for 168 is available in the alcoves, and the space can be configured for various dining styles from intimate dinners to large banquets.

Are there minimum spend requirements or booking restrictions?

Some events require minimum bar spends (quotes show £4,000 minimum bar spend for certain large events). The venue is considered too large and expensive for very small groups (under 35 people), with one quote noting it would result in a high cost per person. Multi-day bookings receive reduced daily rates.

What accessibility and additional services are available?

The venue offers full disabled access including wheelchair access via a platform. Additional services include uniformed SIA security staff, cloakroom attendants (all included in venue hire), and up to 3 bars available for larger events. The venue is located in St Katharine Docks with direct outdoor access to the marina.

Can external caterers be used and what kitchen facilities are available?

The venue has a full-service in-house kitchen with a Michelin-trained chef available for all cuisines and budgets. While the venue primarily uses in-house catering, the full kitchen facilities suggest external caterers could potentially access prep areas, though this would need to be confirmed for specific requirements.