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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 base cost regardless of your event size or requirements. Additional costs for catering, AV, and other services will be added on top of this minimum.

What are the room hire costs for smaller 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, Canoville Suite £3,000-£5,000 plus VAT, and Under the Bridge £6,000-£11,500 plus VAT. Prices may increase for events in the 25/26 season.

What mandatory additional costs should I budget for?

Carpet and draping for The Great Hall costs £12,500 plus VAT and is mandatory. Set up fees for The Great Hall are £4,000 plus VAT. Account bar setup carries an £800 plus VAT running fee, and Under the Bridge has a minimum spend of £800 on the cash bar.

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

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

How do fixture dates affect event availability and bookings?

Events cannot be accommodated on match days when Chelsea has home fixtures scheduled. If a fixture gets confirmed after your booking, you may be asked to leave the venue or potentially cancel without charge depending on the circumstances. Always confirm fixture schedules when booking dates.

What are the capacity limits for different event layouts?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 1,000 delegates standing only - no other layouts work for this capacity. Canoville Suite holds up to 500 standing reception, Under the Bridge up to 550 standing, and smaller suites like Hollins accommodate cabaret layouts for 30-40 people with proper setup.

What drinks packages are available and how much do they cost?

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 package at £35 plus VAT per person, and 3-hour package at £45 plus VAT per person. Under the Bridge has a 1am late license for extended events.

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

The venue requires updates by the end of the week to hold space, suggesting bookings move quickly. Summer 2026 dates are not yet confirmed as they depend on Premier League fixture releases. Payment terms and deposit requirements are not specified in available information.

What AV equipment and technical support is available?

Basic AV packages start from £795 plus VAT and can go up to £9,100 plus VAT for comprehensive setups. Peachy Productions is the onsite AV company providing equipment and technicians. Basic packages typically include projectors, screens, microphones, and PA systems.

Are there restrictions on event timings and setup access?

Events typically run from 8:30am-5pm based on standard schedules mentioned. Load-in times and vendor access arrangements need to be confirmed separately. Some events show extended hours until 1am for Under the Bridge venue with appropriate licensing.