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What are the venue hire rates for the Barnard Room dining space?

The Barnard Room hire rate is £1,400 VAT exempt for weekday events or £1,750 VAT exempt for evening events from 6pm-10pm. Weekend rates start from £7,175 VAT exempt (2pm-midnight). Access for organizers is provided 15 minutes before the hire period begins.

What is the maximum dining capacity for the Barnard Room?

The Barnard Room can accommodate private dining on either a single long table or round tables for more relaxed conversation. The room works well for intimate dining experiences, though specific maximum numbers aren't detailed in available information.

What are the minimum catering spend requirements?

There is a minimum evening spend of £1,000 + VAT for catering. This applies to all evening dining events in the Barnard Room.

What dining packages and menu options are available?

Three-course dinners start at £66.50 + VAT per person (includes 1 starter, main, dessert plus vegetarian/vegan options). Welcome drinks include prosecco at £8.00 + VAT per person or upgrade to Searcys champagne at £12.00 + VAT per person. Wine packages include half bottle of house wine at £17.00 + VAT per person or upgrade to two glasses of prosecco plus half bottle wine at £27.00 + VAT per person.

Are there restrictions on suppliers and catering partners?

The venue works exclusively with Searcys as their in-house catering partner for all dining events. Third-party suppliers outside of their approved list must be agreed in writing by the venue. They maintain detailed lists of approved suppliers for audio visual, production, and floristry.

What additional fees apply for dining events?

Late catering fees of £300 + VAT per hour apply after 11pm. Manned cloakroom service is available at additional cost (price on request). Service charges are complimentary. Additional room hire of £500 VAT exempt per hour applies for events extending beyond standard hours.

What is the booking process and payment structure?

To proceed with booking, you must provide full signatory details, organization information, contact details, and address. A 50% deposit invoice is sent upon receipt of the signed hire agreement. Payment should only be made after receiving the invoice with the proper invoice number quoted.

Can the venue accommodate special dietary requirements and cuisine preferences?

Searcys can design bespoke menus and accommodate halal or South Asian inspired catering, though they note they are not specialized in South Asian catering. The venue offers vegetarian/vegan options as standard with all three-course dinner packages.

What are the setup and access arrangements for dining events?

Access for organizers begins 15 minutes before the hire period (e.g., 5:15pm for 6pm events). For wedding celebrations, supplier setup access is available from 12pm with events running from 2pm until midnight. Earlier access at 7:30am may be possible for presentation setup with advance arrangement.

Are there seasonal offers or discounts available?

The venue offers a winter discount of £1,000 off venue hire for weddings taking place in October or November 2025. For last-minute bookings, discounts of up to 20% on venue hire may be available. December bookings operate on a first-to-confirm basis due to high demand.