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Dining

Events

What are the minimum spend requirements for Duck & Waffle exclusive hire?

Minimum spends vary significantly by day and time: Saturday evenings require £30k (excluding VAT and service), Sunday evenings £25k, weekday evenings £26k, and July evenings start at £20k minimum. All prices exclude VAT and 18% service charge (15% service charge plus 3% event management fee).

What are the capacity limits for different event formats?

Duck & Waffle exclusive hire accommodates up to 250 guests standing or 120 seated. The bar area handles up to 40 people in a seated/standing mixture with a roped-off semi-private section for groups of 30+.

What are the standard event timings and setup access?

Evening events typically run 18:30 to midnight with setup access from 16:30. Bar bookings are available for up to 3 hours from booking time with option to extend. Breakfast events run 08:00-11:00.

What additional mandatory costs apply beyond the minimum spend?

All events incur 18% service charge (15% service plus 3% event management fee) on top of the minimum spend, plus VAT. Security and furniture removal charges apply for exclusive hire events but specific amounts aren't detailed in current pricing.

What are the deposit and cancellation policies?

Full minimum spend is required as deposit within 24 hours of booking confirmation. Bar bookings operate on a 7-day cancellation policy, while private dining has a 14-day cancellation/postponement policy.

What are the minimum spend requirements for smaller private dining events?

The private dining room (up to 20 guests) requires £500 minimum spend for breakfast including VAT but excluding 14% service charge. Bar bookings for up to 40 people require £4k including VAT excluding 14% service, while semi-private bar areas for 50 people need £2k-£5k including VAT excluding 15% service.

What restrictions apply to event types and licensing?

Duck & Waffle cannot host externally promoted ticketed events due to venue licensing restrictions. Any ticketed events must be organized by the venue itself and comply with their specific requirements.

What pre-ordering requirements exist for group bookings?

All group bookings require pre-ordering of arrival drinks and canapés to ensure prompt service on the day. This applies to both bar bookings and larger events.

How far in advance can bookings be made?

Regular bookings can be made online up to 2 months in advance. Event dates are only held upon specific request and require deposit confirmation within 24 hours.

What dietary restrictions can be accommodated?

Duck & Waffle does not supply Halal meat but can provide vegetarian alternatives. Full menus are available for review before booking to ensure dietary requirements can be met.