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What are the pricing structures and minimum spend requirements for County Hall?

County Hall operates on a day delegate rate (DDR) system starting from £72.00 + VAT per person per day with a minimum chargeable number of 90 delegates. For larger rooms, pricing starts from £6,000-£6,500 + VAT per day. Weekend events require a minimum spend starting from £8,000 + VAT to open the venue.

What capacity limits apply to different room configurations at County Hall?

The Imagine Suite accommodates up to 100 people in cabaret style. The venue can handle events up to 900 people across multiple interconnected spaces, but specific room capacities vary by space and setup requirements.

What is included in the Day Delegate Rate package?

The DDR package includes room hire with natural daylight and air conditioning, unlimited tea/coffee and biscuits served in shared lounge, continental breakfast, mid-afternoon cakes in shared lounge, restaurant buffet lunch, flavoured waters, free wireless broadband, flipchart and delegate stationery, and pre/post event storage of materials.

What are the mandatory AV costs and technical requirements?

Basic AV inclusion covers LCD projector and screen. Enhanced AV packages with PA system, 2 microphones, and dedicated AV technician cost £1,305.00 + VAT. All rooms include natural daylight, air conditioning, and are fully accessible.

Does County Hall allow external catering or have catering restrictions?

External catering is not permitted at County Hall. All food and beverage must be provided through the venue's in-house catering services as part of their package offerings.

What are the booking hold periods and confirmation requirements?

The venue holds provisional space for a limited time period. If no response is received by close of business on the specified deadline date, the space will be released and assumed not shortlisted.

Are there budget limitations that would exclude County Hall as an option?

County Hall is not suitable for budgets under £7,000. The venue requires significant minimum spends and DDR commitments that make it unsuitable for smaller budget events, with staff actively directing lower-budget inquiries to alternative venues.

What timing and access arrangements are available for events?

Events typically run from 8:00-17:00 with setup access available from 08:00. The venue can accommodate various timing requirements but specific access times for setup and breakdown need to be arranged in advance.

What room configurations and layouts are available?

County Hall offers various setups including cabaret style, theatre style, and classroom configurations. The venue features interconnecting spaces that can be combined for larger events, with natural daylight and air conditioning throughout.

What additional services and fees should be budgeted for?

Beyond the DDR and room hire, expect additional costs for enhanced AV packages (£1,305 + VAT), potential weekend minimum spends (£8,000 + VAT), and any specialized technical requirements. All pricing excludes VAT which must be added to quoted rates.