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What is the capacity and pricing for Surrey Hall dining events?

Surrey Hall can accommodate up to 1,500 guests for dining events. The venue offers flexible room hire pricing with setup day hire at £3,500 + VAT and live day hire at £5,000 + VAT per day (reduced from £11,000 + VAT). A minimum spend of £8,000 applies for catering, with the venue requiring catering for a minimum of 75% of guests.

What catering options and pricing are available for dining events?

Catering options include finger buffet at £35.78 + VAT per person, hot or cold buffet at £40.02 + VAT per person, and 3-course meals from £37.50 + VAT per person. Additional options include grab & go lunch bags at £12.33 + VAT per person, tea and coffee at £3.45 + VAT per serving, and unlimited tea and coffee at £15.98 + VAT per person per day. A minimum spend of £8,000 applies with catering required for minimum 75% of guests.

Can external caterers be used for dining events?

Based on the venue's catering policy requiring a minimum spend of £8,000 and catering for 75% of guests, external catering appears to be restricted. The venue has its own comprehensive catering service with various menu options and pricing structures already in place.

What are the setup and access arrangements for dining events?

Setup day hire is available at £3,500 + VAT, with live day hire at £5,000 + VAT per day. Events typically run from 09:00-17:00 for daytime functions, with evening events possible until midnight or as late as possible. Access times can be arranged from 08:00 for event setup.

What entertainment and AV facilities are available for dining events?

The venue can accommodate live entertainment including bands with space for staging. Basic AV equipment including projector, screen, microphones, PA system, and speakers are available. The venue has experience hosting events with dancefloors and full AV setups for awards ceremonies and gala dinners.

What drinks packages are available for dining events?

Arrival drinks are available at £8.33 + VAT per person. Drinks packages include a 3-hour package at £38.75 + VAT per person and 5-hour package at £63.00 + VAT per person. These inclusive packages cover beer, house wine, spirit selection, and soft drinks, with a minimum of 50 people required.

What parking and transport options are available?

Complimentary onsite parking is provided for events. The venue is located 15 miles from Central London, easily accessible from the M25 and A3, and 25 minutes by train from London Waterloo to Esher station. Good transport access is available for suppliers arriving in vans.

What additional spaces are available alongside Surrey Hall for dining events?

Additional spaces include the Solario Suite (maximum 200 capacity) with built-in bar and private balcony at £950 + VAT setup and £1,650 + VAT per live day, and The Gallery (maximum 60 capacity) with modern interior at £750 + VAT setup and £1,400 + VAT per live day. These can serve as reception areas, VIP lounges, or breakout spaces.

What are the booking and payment requirements?

The venue requires advance booking with dedicated onsite event managers provided. Pricing is subject to 20% VAT on all services. Minimum spend requirements apply for catering (£8,000) and drinks packages (minimum 50 people). Setup days and live event days are priced separately.

What makes Surrey Hall suitable for high-profile dining events?

Surrey Hall offers incredible views, plenty of outdoor space, and a picturesque setting at one of the world's most historic racecourses. The venue can accommodate VIP arrivals discreetly and provides security and dedicated staffing. The flexible space allows for various dining layouts from intimate dinners to large-scale banquets for up to 1,500 guests.