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What is the minimum spend requirement for private events at The 1 Bar?

The minimum spend varies by event size and type, ranging from £3,000 to £25,000 including VAT and service charge. For example, a 60-person networking event requires £3,600 minimum spend, while larger events of 150+ people typically require £12,000-£18,000 minimum spend. All food and drinks purchased contribute toward meeting this minimum spend requirement.

What are the venue's capacity limits and age restrictions?

The venue has a total capacity of 180 people and operates as a 21+ venue only. Events with guests under 21 years old cannot be accommodated, as confirmed when a prom inquiry for 16-year-olds was declined.

What food options are available and how much do they cost?

The venue offers pizzas at £10.70 each (excluding service charge), with each pizza providing 10 slices. They can accommodate large orders - for example, 20 pizzas for 93 guests with flavors like Margherita, BBQ Chicken, Pepperoni, and Vegetarian. Food costs contribute toward your minimum spend requirement and no pre-payment is required.

What entertainment and equipment is included with venue hire?

The venue provides in-house DJs, a full sound system, projector and screen, 4 handheld microphones, and a small raised stage area at no additional cost. They also offer live professional singers (2-3 performers) and a magic mirror photo booth as complimentary services for events.

Can I bring my own entertainment and what insurance is required?

Yes, you can bring external DJs and musicians, but they must provide their own insurance documentation. You are required to purchase public liability insurance for your event, which can be found by searching 'event insurance UK' for one-off event coverage.

What are the decoration policies and restrictions?

You can add decorations but must remove them at the end of your event and are liable for any damage costs to walls or paint. Fixed furniture like drawers cannot be moved, but you can decorate around them. Command strips are acceptable for wall attachments as they don't leave marks, and invasive decorations that could damage property are prohibited.

What drinks are available and can special items be stocked?

The venue has a full cocktail menu and wide variety of shots. They can stock special items for your event - for example, they agreed to stock Tequila Rose upon request. Welcome drinks like prosecco cost £630 for 20 bottles (enough for 100 guests), and most wine, prosecco, beer and soft drinks are under £10 per drink.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

You can bring your own items like popcorn and sweets to put in jars or bags on tables. For wine events, corkage policies apply and costs must be discussed, though they work with regular partners who don't charge corkage if minimum spend is met.

What are the booking and payment procedures?

A deposit is required to secure your booking, with the remaining balance settled through your minimum spend on the night. Payment can be made from different bank accounts than the booking contact. The venue sends a booking confirmation email once deposit payment is received.

What facilities and layout features are available?

The venue features a fully functional cloakroom, mixture of seating and standing areas in an open-plan layout, and specific areas like a seating area next to the toilet doors suitable for food placement. Key measurements include 5.58 meters from photo booth wall to opposite mirror, 1.66 meter staircase width, and 3.13 meters from central front pillar to bar.