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What are the delegate package rates and what's included?

The Classic Full Day Delegate Package costs £91 + VAT per person with a minimum of 30 guests (£65 + VAT on Mondays and Fridays). This includes room hire 8am-5pm, arrival tea/coffee with mini pastries, mid-morning tea/coffee with biscuits, deli sandwich lunch with fruit or salad and crisps, afternoon tea/coffee with fruit skewers, screen and projector, Wi-Fi, flipchart, cloakroom, and directional signage.

What is the capacity of the Council Chamber and Reception room combination?

The Council Chamber can accommodate up to 70 people in theatre style for presentations and conferences. When combined with the adjoining Reception room, this provides additional space for networking, catering, and breakout sessions during your event.

What AV equipment is included and what are the room dimensions?

The Council Chamber includes state-of-the-art AV facilities with HD projector, 190" screen, hearing loop, lectern with microphone, PA system, handheld and lapel microphones. The venue can provide room dimensions upon request, and the space features natural daylight from large sash windows.

What are the standard access times and can these be extended?

Standard delegate packages include room hire from 8am-5pm. Extended access times are available but specific pricing for early morning or evening extensions is not detailed in standard packages - this would need to be discussed as part of a bespoke proposal.

What catering upgrade options are available beyond the standard delegate package?

Several upgrade options are available: healthy working lunch (option 2) for £5.50 + VAT per person, bowl food (5 bowls per person) for £11.50 + VAT per person, and fork buffet lunch for £15.00 + VAT per person. All upgrades have minimum number requirements.

What is the minimum guest requirement and pricing for smaller groups?

The delegate packages require a minimum of 30 guests. For smaller groups or different requirements, the venue offers bespoke proposals which would be quoted individually based on specific needs and group size.

How does the booking process work and what documents are provided?

After initial enquiry, the venue provides a venue brochure, sample event menu, and bespoke proposal. Clients can request a provision hold on their preferred date and book site visits to view the space and discuss event details in person.

Are there any restrictions on setup styles or special equipment requirements?

The venue can accommodate various setups including boardroom, classroom, and theatre styles. For events requiring special equipment or specific spatial arrangements (like product demonstration stations), the venue requests detailed requirements to ensure proper clearances and suitability, particularly for ceiling height and passage space.

What additional services are available for corporate events?

Beyond standard delegate packages, the venue can arrange bespoke proposals for specific requirements. They work with Searcys for catering and can accommodate various event formats from formal presentations to interactive workshops, with flexibility to customize based on client needs.

Is there parking available and what is the venue's location accessibility?

The venue is located at 41 Portland Place, W1B 1QH, conveniently positioned close to Oxford Circus, Regent's Park, and Great Portland Street stations. Specific parking arrangements are not detailed in the standard information and would need to be confirmed directly with the venue.