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Up to 50seated
Monumentnearest station
Drinks Receptionbest for
City of Londonarea
About this space
Air conditioning ensures guest comfort
Outdoor terrace provides fresh air option
Street-level location offers easy access
Intimate 50-guest capacity
Stylish restaurant setting
Located opposite Sky Garden main entrance
Larch Restaurant is the perfect venue for your special event, whether it's a corporate function, birthday or a family gathering. With room for 50 guests, you and your guests can enjoy a delicious meal in a stylish intimate setting.
Larch Restaurant is located opposite the main entrance to Sky Garden on street level.
Features
Wifi
Air conditioning
Outdoor terrace
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Space
Disabled Access
Outdoor Space
Ceiling Height 3m (10ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 11pm
Capacities
50Dining
Guide prices
Indicative pricing based on standard rates. Request an instant quote for your exact brief.
What are the venue hire costs and minimum spend requirements for the City Garden dining space?
The City Garden Bar on the 36th floor has a venue hire fee of £15,000 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £12,000 + VAT that must be met. For larger events requiring full venue hire (300+ standing or 100+ seated), the cost is £47,500 + VAT with a £35,000 + VAT minimum catering spend.
What are the capacity limits and minimum guest requirements for dining events?
The City Garden Bar accommodates up to 130 guests for exclusive hire events. There is a minimum guest requirement of 60 people - if fewer than 60 attend, you will still be charged for 60 guests. For events crossing into tourist hours, full venue hire requires minimum 300 standing or 100 seated guests.
What are the standard event timings and access restrictions?
Evening events typically run 6:00pm-11:00pm with setup from 6:00pm and earliest guest arrival at 6:30pm. All guests must exit by 11:00pm for evening reservations preparation. Access for breakfast events is from 6:00am with earliest guest arrival at 9:00am, ending by 2:00pm.
What catering packages are available and what do they include?
Three-course catering packages start from £195 + VAT per person, including 3 canapés, 3-course dinner, 1 glass of prosecco, 1/2 bottle house wine, 1 beer, 1 soft drink, and 1 water. The Platinum Package at £163 + VAT includes 6 canapés, 3 bowls, champagne, house wine, beer, soft drink, and water.
Are there restrictions on when private events can be held?
Events that cross into ticketed tourist hours (10am-6pm weekdays, 11am-9pm weekends) require full exclusive venue hire. Sky Garden can only close for full or half-day private events a maximum of 26 times per year, and this annual limit may be reached, preventing additional closures.
Can outside catering or vendors be brought into the venue?
No outside catering is permitted at Sky Garden. All food and beverage must be provided through their in-house catering services, which must meet the minimum spend requirements outlined in your event package.
What booking holds are available and how far in advance can events be confirmed?
Dates can be held on 2nd option (provisional hold) initially. Events cannot be placed on 1st option (confirmed booking) until 8 weeks before the event date. This means final confirmation and payment schedules are tied to this 8-week timeline.
Does Sky Garden accommodate wedding ceremonies?
No, Sky Garden does not hold a license for wedding ceremonies. Wedding ceremonies must be conducted at another licensed location, but Sky Garden can host wedding receptions with full venue hire starting at £47,500 + VAT plus minimum catering spend.
What happens if my event format or budget doesn't suit Sky Garden's offerings?
If Sky Garden cannot accommodate your event requirements or budget, they may refer you to their sister venue 8 Bishopsgate, located a 5-minute walk away. This venue has different spaces and pricing that may better suit smaller or different format events.
What are the setup time limitations and production restrictions?
Setup time is typically limited to 2 hours (6:00pm-8:00pm for evening events). This timeframe may not accommodate large LED screens or extensive production setups. The venue can offer 75-inch TV screens as an alternative to large LED installations that require longer setup times.
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