Business

What are the room hire rates for business meetings and corporate events?

Medium rooms cost £365 + VAT per day, Premium Medium rooms are £465 + VAT per day, and Large rooms are £655 + VAT per day. Breakout rooms are available for £300 + VAT per day for all-day access, which includes private use of the courtyard area when booked alongside a main room.

What are the catering options and minimum order requirements?

Hot buffet lunch requires a minimum order of 10 people at £25.95 per person + VAT. Cold buffet lunch is £25.95 per person + VAT, sandwich lunch is £13.95 per person + VAT, and fork buffet lunch can be ordered for smaller groups. Unlimited tea, coffee and snacks cost £10.95 per person + VAT, and assorted pastries are £7.95 per person + VAT.

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

Presentation screens cost £50 + VAT. The in-house video conferencing package costs £250 + VAT and includes HD camera, hub laptop, speakers, tabletop microphones, all-day tech support, and options for Zoom or Teams meetings. WiFi and the 65" touch interactive presentation screen are standard features.

How does the payment process work and what are the options?

Payment can be made over the phone on a scheduled call, or via bank transfer which may take up to 60 days to process. The venue currently cannot process card payments due to technical issues. Invoices are typically issued 1-2 days before the scheduled payment call.

What is the booking confirmation process?

After receiving a quote, you complete and return a signed booking form to confirm your reservation. The venue will hold space in their calendar during the booking process. Payment is then arranged either over the phone or via bank transfer as specified in the booking terms.

Can external catering be brought in and what kitchen facilities are available?

The venue has a microwave available but no oven for warming food. While external catering permissions aren't explicitly detailed in available information, clients have asked about bringing their own cake, suggesting some flexibility may exist for specific items.

What room layouts and capacities are available for different meeting styles?

Large rooms can accommodate various seating arrangements including cabaret, boardroom, theatre, classroom, and U-shaped configurations for up to 40 people. Medium rooms are suitable for smaller groups, and all rooms can be arranged in whatever manner is most convenient for your meeting format.

Are there any restrictions on booking days or additional services?

Payment over the phone is not available on Wednesdays or Fridays. The venue can provide flipcharts upon request. Breakout rooms must be booked alongside main rooms to access the private courtyard area, and this combination is not available on all dates.

What are the typical event hours and setup arrangements?

Events typically run from 8:30am-5:30pm or 9:00am-6:00pm, with flexibility for different timing needs. Morning pastries can be laid out in the room prior to arrival, and refreshments can be scheduled at specific times throughout the day including mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks.

What is included in the refreshment packages and how are they scheduled?

Unlimited tea, coffee and snacks at £10.95 per person + VAT includes all-day beverages. Breakfast pastries with fruits and juice cost £10.95 per person + VAT. Refreshments can be scheduled at specific times - morning pastries before arrival, mid-morning breaks, and mid-afternoon tea and coffee service.