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What are the room hire costs and capacity limits for different event spaces?

The Tudor Hart room accommodates up to 14 boardroom style for £660+VAT, Anderson room holds 22 boardroom for £1,200+VAT, and the Bevan Suite accommodates 150 theatre/77 cabaret for £1,650+VAT half-day hire. The Great Hall holds 294 theatre/160 cabaret with DDR packages starting from £95+VAT per person including room hire.

What are the minimum catering spend requirements?

Most spaces have mandatory minimum catering spends: Tudor Hart room requires £250+VAT minimum for lunch, larger events have minimum spends of £3,500+VAT, and DDR packages require minimum numbers of 40-120 depending on the space. Wedding packages require minimum 40 guests at £170 per person.

Can I bring external caterers or vendors?

External catering is not permitted due to exclusive contracts with in-house caterers. All food and beverage must be provided by BMA House's catering team, with menus and pricing detailed in their hospitality brochures.

What AV equipment and technical support is included?

Room hire includes data projector, screen, flipchart, PA system with up to 3-8 microphones depending on space, and technical support for setup. The Great Hall includes extensive AV with high-powered projector, multiple microphones, staging, lighting, and full-day technical support.

What are the timing restrictions for different types of events?

Garden events can only be booked from 6:30pm-11pm with the Garden closing at 22:00. Wedding venue hire runs 14:00-23:30 with earlier supplier access. Conference spaces typically operate 9am-5pm, and some events can extend to 8am-10pm with appropriate arrangements.

How long do I have to confirm my booking after receiving a quote?

Enquiries expire in their system if not confirmed by specific deadlines, typically 10-14 days after the initial quote. You must confirm interest by the stated expiry date or the provisional hold will be released.

What is the response time for enquiries and proposals?

BMA House aims to respond to enquiries within 1-2 days, though they are experiencing high enquiry volumes. They request patience during busy periods and will endeavour to respond at their earliest convenience.

Are there capacity restrictions for certain spaces?

The Garden and Garden Room combination has a maximum capacity of 90 guests, while larger events requiring 120+ guests would need different spaces. The venue cannot accommodate requests exceeding their stated room capacities.

What accessibility considerations should I be aware of?

The 3rd floor is wheelchair accessible but requires use of a wheelchair lift with weight limitations that may not suit electric wheelchairs. Details of any wheelchair users must be provided in advance for proper accommodation planning.

What are the pricing structures for wedding packages?

Wedding venue hire costs £6,600 for spaces including Prince's Room, Snow Room, Garden and Garden Room with Courtyard access (14:00-23:30). The Lavender Package is £170 per person including welcome drinks, canapés, three-course meal, wine, and evening food truck with minimum 40 guests.