Business

Events

Weddings

What are the room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for the Business space?

Room hire pricing varies by space and event type, with costs ranging from £1,650 for smaller rooms to £9,000-£10,000 for larger spaces like the Great Hall and Auditorium. The Member's Room is available with discounted rates when combined with catering packages. Minimum numbers typically apply - for example, Day Delegate Rates require minimum 65-80 guests depending on the package selected.

What capacity limits apply to different spaces within the Business area?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 400 guests in various configurations including theatre, classroom, and round table setups. The Auditorium seats guests theatre or classroom style with a separate Atrium for catering. The Member's Room provides boardroom seating for up to 28 guests or can accommodate larger numbers in different layouts. Specific capacity depends on your chosen room configuration and setup requirements.

What are the Day Delegate Rate packages and what do they include?

Day Delegate Rates start from £100-£129 per person plus VAT depending on group size and package selected. DDR includes exclusive room hire, arrival refreshments, mid-morning snacks, finger buffet lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, unlimited mineral water, standard AV package with lectern, microphones, screens, projector, PA system, live streaming capabilities, WiFi, delegate stationery, and cloakroom facilities. Minimum numbers of 65-80 guests typically apply.

Are AV technicians mandatory and what are the associated costs?

AV technician support is mandatory at £500 plus VAT for most events requiring technical equipment. This includes video conferencing and live streaming package at no additional charge. The standard AV package includes lectern, microphones, branding screens, LCD projector, push-to-talk microphones at seats, fixed panel with microphones, relay screens, and PA system.

What catering options are available and what are the per-person costs?

Catering ranges from £6.90 plus VAT for tea/coffee breaks to £54 plus VAT for fork buffet lunches. Drinks packages cost £22.50-£42 plus VAT per person for 1-2 hours of unlimited house wines, beers, and soft drinks. Canapes are available at varying rates, and bowl food options are offered. All catering has minimum number requirements, typically 80 guests for reception packages.

What are the booking hold periods and contract requirements?

Dates can be held on 1st or 2nd option basis while proposals are reviewed. To confirm bookings, you must provide full company name, billing address, contract signatory details with email address, and proof of public liability insurance. Contracts are issued via DocuSign, and invoices are generated once signed contracts are received.

What timing restrictions apply to events in the Business space?

Events typically run during business hours with some flexibility for evening events. Setup access is usually provided 1 hour before guest arrival. Evening events can run until 23:00-23:30 depending on the space and event type. Host access times vary by event but generally allow for adequate setup and breakdown periods.

Are there budget thresholds below which the venue cannot accommodate events?

The venue has indicated they cannot accommodate events below certain budget levels, with one example showing they declined a £60 per person budget request. Based on pricing structures shown, events typically need budgets of several thousand pounds to meet minimum spend requirements and accommodate the venue's service standards.

What insurance requirements must be met before hosting an event?

Public liability insurance is mandatory as a condition for hosting events at One Moorgate Place. You must provide a copy of your company's public liability insurance certificate during the booking process before contracts can be finalized. This ensures all parties are adequately protected during your event.

Can multiple spaces be combined and what are the implications for pricing?

Multiple spaces can be combined for larger events - for example, the Great Hall with Main Reception Room, or Auditorium with Atrium. The Member's Room can be paired with the Business Centre Lounge for panel events with networking. Combined space bookings typically involve higher room hire costs but provide flexibility for different event phases like presentations followed by networking receptions.