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Dining

Events

What is the minimum spend requirement for dining events and what does it include?

Six Park Place requires a minimum catering spend that varies by room and guest count, typically ranging from £1,500 to £6,000 plus VAT depending on the space hired. This covers food and beverage only - room hire is charged separately. A discretionary 12.5% service charge is added to all food and beverage invoices unless you opt out before the final invoice is raised.

Can I hire the dining space on a dry hire basis or bring external caterers?

No, Six Park Place does not offer dry hire due to very limited kitchen facilities available to external caterers. All events must use the venue's in-house catering services. The venue has an award-winning culinary team and offers diverse menu options including dietary accommodations.

What are the typical room hire costs for dining events?

Room hire varies significantly by space and event type. Examples include Princess Alexandra Hall at £1,500-£2,500 plus VAT, Hall of India & Pakistan at £1,300-£3,200 plus VAT, and Garden exclusive hire starting at £11,500 plus VAT. All prices are subject to minimum catering spends and guest minimums.

What are the minimum guest requirements for dining packages?

Most dining packages require minimum guest counts: dinner packages typically require 60-100 guests minimum, day delegate packages need 80-100 guests minimum, and wedding packages start at 30 guests minimum. The specific minimum depends on the chosen package and space.

What dining package options are available and what do they include?

Dining packages range from £85-£244 plus VAT per person. Examples include: Day Delegate packages (£85-£193 plus VAT) with breakfast, lunch and refreshments; Dinner packages (£137-£140 plus VAT) with arrival drinks, three courses, wine and port; Wedding packages (£244 plus VAT) with reception, canapés, dinner, champagne toast and room hire.

What are the access times and restrictions for dining events?

Access times vary by space and event type. Typical examples include: daytime events from 08:00-17:00, evening dining from 18:00-23:00, and Garden events from 14:00-22:00 or 18:00-22:00. All events must be fully vacated by the specified end time, and setup times are included in the hire period.

What deposit and payment terms are required to secure a booking?

A signed contract and deposit of 100% of the room hire and minimum catering spend (or 100% of package price based on minimum numbers) is required within one week of confirmation. Written confirmation must include contact details for the contract, invoicing, and relevant billing address.

What spaces are available for different dining event sizes and formats?

Princess Alexandra Hall accommodates up to 80 guests on round tables with dance floor space or 100 guests dining layout. Hall of India & Pakistan seats 80-120 guests on round tables or 150 standing. The Garden handles up to 120 guests standing with BBQ/pizza facilities. Multiple spaces can be combined for larger events.

What entertainment and music restrictions apply to dining events?

Entertainment varies by space. The Garden permits jazz, classical or acoustic background music only, keeping with the clubhouse environment. Indoor spaces have more flexibility. All suppliers and entertainers must be approved in advance by the Event Team. Piano hire is available for £200 plus VAT plus tuning.

What AV equipment and facilities are included with dining spaces?

Equipment varies by room. Princess Alexandra Hall includes integrated audio-visual system, screen, projector, PA sound system, microphone, lectern and stage. Hall of India & Pakistan features optional curtains creating interconnecting spaces and an adjoining bar. All spaces include manned cloakroom and dedicated events team.