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What are the room hire costs for different event spaces at Treehouse Manchester?

Cedar room hire is £650-£800 depending on the event type. Willow 2 (half of the largest space) costs £2,000 for evening hire. The exclusive hire of Willow for evening events is included in packages starting at £75 per person. All rates include VAT but exclude a 5% service charge.

What catering packages are available and what do they cost?

Day delegate rates start at £65 per person (minimum 12 people) including room hire, plasma screen, water, tea/coffee/snacks throughout the day, and Treehouse picnic lunch. Evening packages start at £75 per person including soft drinks on arrival, PA system, dancefloor, and evening buffet. Three-course dinners cost £50-£55 per person for lunch/dinner respectively.

Can I bring my own catering or external suppliers to the venue?

External catering is not permitted at Treehouse Manchester. All food and beverage must be provided by the hotel's catering team, which is curated by chef partner Mary-Ellen McTague using seasonal produce from local suppliers.

What are the capacity limits for the different event spaces?

Cedar accommodates smaller groups with specific numbers not detailed in available information. Willow can hold up to 350 for dinner and 400 for events when used as the full space. The venue has 430m² of space with air conditioning and can be partitioned into two separate rooms (Willow 1 and Willow 2).

Are there restrictions on alcohol service for certain types of events?

Yes, prom events are restricted to soft drinks only with no alcohol service permitted. For other events, wine starts from £34 per bottle, beer from £6 per can, and sparkling wine or soft drink alternatives cost £7.50 per glass.

What additional costs should I expect beyond the base package price?

All rates exclude a mandatory 5% service charge. For prom events, additional security is required but pricing is to be confirmed. DJ hire costs £625 plus VAT. Tea and coffee service costs £3.95 per person per serving, and jugs of juice are £15 each.

What AV equipment is included and what additional options are available?

Standard packages include plasma screens, PA systems, built-in microphones, LCD projectors, and WiFi. Additional AV through third-party suppliers includes staging (£350), enhanced PA systems (£350), additional microphones (£75 each), and technician services (£700). You can also provide your own AV supplier.

How far in advance do I need to book and are dates held during the inquiry process?

Dates are not automatically held during the inquiry process - you must specifically request to hold a date. The venue operates on a first-come, first-served basis for bookings. Loading bay access is available from 7:30am to 8pm for event setup requirements.

What are the minimum numbers required for different packages?

Day delegate rates require a minimum of 12 people for Cedar room bookings. For larger events in Willow, minimum numbers of 250 attendees apply for discounted day delegate rates (reduced from £85 to £65 per person). Conference packages require minimum numbers of 250 for preferential pricing.

Does the venue have accessibility features and special requirements capabilities?

The venue is fully accessible with wheelchair access to event spaces and stages. The building features air conditioning, blackout blinds, 3-phase power, and natural daylight from floor-to-ceiling windows. There's also a private screening room called 'Mini Cinema' and dedicated pre-function areas for networking.