Dining

Events

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What is the DDR package pricing and what does it include?

The DDR package costs £65 per person and includes arrival tea/coffee, fresh fruit smoothies, orange & apple juice, pastries, bacon baps and sausage rolls, fresh fruit, mid-morning tea/coffee, Bircher Muesli, buffet or working lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, cookies/cakes, room hire (09:00-17:00), complimentary WiFi, pens & pads, flipchart, 47" TV screen with HDMI cable, filtered water, dedicated events coordinator, and full event staffing. For a two-day event with 50 guests, the total DDR cost is £6,500.

What are the dinner options and pricing for evening events?

Dinner is available in the hotel restaurant at £35 per person for a three-course meal. This is an add-on service to the main event package and must be booked separately from the main event space hire.

What is the overnight hold fee and when is it required?

The overnight hold fee is £2,200 and includes blocking out the event spaces during the evening hours. This fee applies when you need to secure the venue space overnight between event days or for extended access beyond standard operating hours.

What capacity limits apply to different event types?

The venue can accommodate various group sizes depending on the event type and setup. Meeting room configurations have been quoted for groups ranging from 30-70 people, while larger events like summer parties have been accommodated for up to 140 guests. Specific capacity depends on the chosen layout and space configuration.

What AV equipment is included in the standard package?

The DDR package includes a 47" TV screen with HDMI cable, flipchart, and complimentary WiFi. For larger events requiring microphones, speakers, or projector screens, additional AV equipment may be available but pricing is not specified in the standard package.

What are the standard operating hours for events?

The DDR package includes room hire from 09:00 to 17:00 as standard. Events have been accommodated with various timing requirements, including early morning starts from 08:00 and evening events extending to 22:00, though extended hours may incur additional charges.

What catering options are available for dietary restrictions?

The venue can accommodate special dietary requirements including Muslim, vegetarian, and children's meals. The DDR package includes various food options throughout the day, and the restaurant can provide three-course dinners with dietary accommodations, though specific menu details and additional costs for special dietary requirements are not specified.

Is the venue fully private and accessible?

The venue offers private event spaces that can be exclusively booked for your event. The facility includes accessibility features such as disabled toilets, lifts, and handrails, making it disability-friendly and suitable for guests with mobility requirements.

What is the VAT rate applied to bookings?

All quoted prices are subject to 20% VAT. The sample quote shows prices both excluding and including tax, with the 20% VAT rate applied to all services including the DDR package, dinner, and overnight hold fees.

What accommodation options are available for multi-day events?

The hotel offers 317 stylish Oriental-inspired bedrooms for guests attending multi-day events. Accommodation can be arranged for attendees, with quotes provided for 8 bedrooms over 2 nights for events requiring overnight stays, though specific room rates are not detailed in the standard event packages.