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What are the minimum spend requirements for different spaces at Chelsea FC?

The Great Hall has a minimum charge of £50,000 plus VAT, making it unsuitable for smaller budgets. The Hollins Suite offers a Day Delegate Rate at £65 plus VAT per person with room hire included, while the Tambling Suite costs £2,000 plus VAT for room hire. Smaller suites like the Harris Suite are charged at £4,000 plus VAT for room hire.

How much does carpet and draping cost for events?

Carpet and draping for The Great Hall costs £12,500 plus VAT as a mandatory add-on. This is separate from the room hire fee and must be factored into your total budget. The draping includes choice of carpet color and is required for all Great Hall events.

What's included in the Day Delegate Rate packages?

The DDR packages range from £65-£102 plus VAT per person and include arrival tea/coffee with pastries, mid-morning refreshments, working lunch buffet, afternoon tea/coffee, hydration station in the main room, and main meeting room hire. Some packages also include carpet and draping of the venue space.

Can events be cancelled if Chelsea has a fixture on the same date?

Chelsea prioritizes football fixtures over events and will not accommodate bookings when there are scheduled matches. If a fixture is confirmed after booking, the venue may require you to vacate or reschedule. Events are subject to the football calendar and fixture changes can impact confirmed bookings.

What are the capacity limits for different room layouts?

The Great Hall can accommodate 1,000 delegates standing only - other layouts will not work for this capacity. The Hollins and Tambling Suites can handle 30 people boardroom style up to 200 people for standing receptions. Theatre and cabaret layouts have different capacity limits depending on the specific suite chosen.

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

The venue requires updates and confirmations by specific deadlines or they will release the space to other clients. Based on correspondence, they expect responses within a week for provisional bookings. Payment terms and deposit requirements vary by event size and are confirmed in individual proposals.

What AV packages are available and what do they cost?

Basic AV packages start from £795 plus VAT (Package G) and can go up to £9,100 plus VAT for comprehensive setups. Packages include projectors, screens, microphones, and sound systems. Peachy Productions is the onsite AV company, though clients can also bring their own AV teams with shared responsibilities.

Are there additional mandatory costs beyond room hire?

Yes, several mandatory costs apply beyond base room hire. The Great Hall requires £12,500 plus VAT for carpet and draping. Set-up fees can be £4,000 plus VAT. Account bar setup costs £800 plus VAT. Event security is mandatory for larger events and is included in some dinner packages but may be additional for other event types.

What catering spaces are available separate from meeting rooms?

The Canoville Suite works well as a catering and exhibition area, with room hire at £4,000 plus VAT. The Clarke Suite can serve as a separate catering room. The Drake Suite is recommended as a catering and exhibition room alongside the Harris Suite for main meetings.

Can you accommodate exhibitions and what are the requirements?

Yes, spaces like the Canoville Suite can accommodate exhibitions alongside catering. The Great Hall can handle larger exhibitions with multiple vendor tables. Load-in arrangements and parking for vendors need to be discussed separately. Exhibition table requirements and setup logistics vary by space and must be confirmed during booking.