Dining

Events

What is the minimum spend requirement for The Great Hall dining events?

The Great Hall has a minimum charge of £50,000 plus VAT, regardless of your actual spend. This applies to all dining events and cannot be reduced based on guest numbers or event requirements.

What are the room hire costs for different dining spaces at Chelsea FC?

Room hire varies significantly by space: The Great Hall costs £8,000 plus VAT per day, Harris Suite is £4,000 plus VAT, Canoville Suite is £3,000-£5,000 plus VAT, and Tambling Suite is £2,000 plus VAT. All prices are subject to seasonal increases.

What mandatory additional costs apply to dining events beyond room hire?

Carpet and draping is mandatory at £12,500 plus VAT for The Great Hall. Event security and cloakroom services are also mandatory for dining events, though specific costs aren't detailed in standard quotes.

What dining packages are available and what do they include?

The Dinner Package is £140 plus VAT per person and includes carpet & drape, glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course dinner from the classic menu, half bottle of house wine per person, mineral water, cloakroom, event security, and room hire. Day Delegate Rates range from £65-£102 plus VAT per person depending on the space.

What are the capacity limits for different dining setups?

The Great Hall accommodates up to 1,000 guests standing reception only - no seated dining options are available for this capacity. The Directors Lounge seats up to 48 guests for seated dinner, while other suites have varying capacities depending on layout requirements.

Are there restrictions on event dates due to football fixtures?

Yes, events cannot be held on match days when Chelsea has home fixtures. The venue will decline bookings if fixtures are scheduled, and availability depends on the Premier League fixture list which is released seasonally.

What AV equipment and setup fees apply to dining events?

AV packages start from £795 plus VAT for basic setups, with premium packages available from £9,100 plus VAT. There's also a mandatory setup fee of £4,000 plus VAT for The Great Hall events.

What bar service options and costs are available?

Account bar setup costs £800 plus VAT as a running fee. Drinks packages include 1-hour unlimited sparkling wine at £22 plus VAT per person, and beer & wine packages ranging from £25 plus VAT (1 hour) to £45 plus VAT (3 hours) per person.

How far in advance must dining events be booked?

The venue requires significant advance notice and will release held spaces if no update is received by the end of the week after initial inquiry. Same-day or next-day bookings are not accommodated.

What are the timing restrictions for dining events?

Most dining events run from 5pm-11pm, with Under the Bridge venue offering extended hours until 1am with a late license. The venue requires organizer arrival time and specific event duration to be confirmed in advance.