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What is the minimum spend requirement for The Great Hall?

The Great Hall has a minimum charge of £50,000 plus VAT. This is the venue's largest suite and cannot accommodate events with smaller budgets.

What are the room hire costs for different event spaces?

Room hire varies by space: The Great Hall costs £8,000 plus VAT per day (weekend rates), Hollins Suite £2,000 plus VAT, Tambling Suite £2,000 plus VAT, Harris Suite £4,000 plus VAT, and Canoville Suite £3,000-£5,000 plus VAT depending on timing. Dressing of The Great Hall with carpet and drape costs an additional £12,500 plus VAT.

What capacity limits apply to different room layouts?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 1,000 delegates standing only - no other layouts work for this capacity. Smaller suites like Hollins and Tambling can accommodate 30 people boardroom style up to 200 people for standing networking events or receptions.

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

DDR packages range from £65-£102 plus VAT per person depending on the space and requirements. All packages include arrival tea/coffee with pastries, mid-morning refreshments, working lunch buffet, afternoon refreshments, hydration station, and main meeting room hire.

How do fixture dates affect event availability and booking?

Events cannot be accommodated on match days when Chelsea has home fixtures scheduled. The venue requires confirmation of fixture-free dates before proceeding with bookings, and availability is subject to the Premier League fixture list.

What are the AV package costs and what equipment is included?

Basic AV packages start from £795 plus VAT and can go up to £9,100 plus VAT for comprehensive setups. Packages typically include projectors, screens, microphones, and sound systems, with upgraded options available for larger events requiring more extensive branding and technical support.

What additional mandatory costs should be budgeted beyond room hire?

Beyond room hire, expect costs for carpet and draping (£12,500 plus VAT for Great Hall), AV packages (from £795 plus VAT), set-up fees (£4,000 plus VAT for Great Hall), and account bar setup (£800 plus VAT). Security and other operational costs may also apply depending on event requirements.

What is the booking timeline and when do spaces need to be confirmed?

The venue requires prompt responses to hold spaces, with some communications indicating spaces will be released if no update is received by end of week. For events requiring fixture confirmation, bookings cannot proceed until Premier League schedules are confirmed.

Are there restrictions on event timing or setup access?

Events typically run during standard business hours, with some flexibility for evening events. The venue can accommodate events from early morning setup through late evening, but specific timing restrictions may apply based on fixture schedules and operational requirements.

What catering options are available beyond the DDR packages?

Beyond DDR packages, the venue offers drinks packages (£22-£45 plus VAT per person for 1-3 hours), dinner packages (£140 plus VAT per person including three-course meal and wine), and various buffet options. Cash bars and account bars are available with minimum spend requirements.