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What is the minimum spend for The Great Hall and what does it include?

The minimum charge for The Great Hall is £50,000 plus VAT. This is a firm minimum regardless of guest numbers or event type. Additional costs include carpet and draping at £12,500 plus VAT, which is mandatory for most events.

What are the capacity limits for different event setups in The Great Hall?

The Great Hall can accommodate up to 1,000 delegates standing reception style only. Any other setup (cabaret, theatre, banquet) will not work for 1,000 guests and requires significantly reduced numbers. Specific capacities for seated events are not specified in available information.

How much does room hire cost for smaller event spaces?

Room hire varies by space: Hollins Suite costs £2,000 plus VAT, Tambling Suite costs £2,000 plus VAT, Harris Suite costs £4,000 plus VAT, Canoville Suite costs £3,000-£5,000 plus VAT (discounted rates available), and Under the Bridge costs £6,000-£11,500 plus VAT depending on timing and minimum spend requirements.

What are the Day Delegate Rate packages and pricing?

DDR packages range from £65-£102 plus VAT per person depending on the room and inclusions. Standard DDR includes arrival refreshments, mid-morning tea/coffee, working lunch buffet, afternoon refreshments, hydration station, and main meeting room hire. Minimum numbers typically apply (usually 30-40 guests minimum).

Are events cancelled if Chelsea has a home fixture on the same date?

Yes, events cannot proceed if Chelsea has a fixture scheduled on the same date. The venue will inform you if there's a fixture conflict and ask for date flexibility. This applies to both men's and women's team fixtures, and fixture schedules are not confirmed far in advance.

What are the drinks package options and pricing?

Drinks packages include: 1-hour unlimited sparkling wine at £22 plus VAT per person, 1-hour unlimited beer and wine at £25 plus VAT per person, 2-hour unlimited beer and wine at £35 plus VAT per person, and 3-hour unlimited beer and wine at £45 plus VAT per person. Under the Bridge requires a minimum £800 cash bar spend.

What AV services are available and how much do they cost?

Basic AV packages start from £795 plus VAT (Package G) and go up to £9,100 plus VAT for comprehensive setups. Peachy Productions is the in-house AV company providing equipment and technicians. Services include sound systems, projectors, screens, microphones, and lighting with technical support.

What additional mandatory costs should I budget for large events?

For Great Hall events, budget for: carpet and draping at £12,500 plus VAT (mandatory), setup fee at £4,000 plus VAT, event security (cost not specified but mandatory), and account bar setup at £800 plus VAT if required. Cloakroom services are also included in dinner packages.

How far in advance do I need to book and what are the payment terms?

The venue requires updates by end of week for provisional bookings or they will release the space. Specific advance booking requirements and payment schedules are not detailed in available information, but quick responses are expected for holding dates.

What are the timing restrictions and latest finish times?

Under the Bridge has a 1am late license making it suitable for after-parties. Standard event spaces appear to operate during daytime hours (8:30am-5pm mentioned for typical events). Specific curfew times for other spaces are not detailed in available information.