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Weddings

What are the minimum guest requirements and venue hire costs for weddings?

Weddings require a minimum of 100 guests with venue hire starting at £13,800 excluding catering. The maximum capacity for dinner dance is 220 guests. Weddings are exclusively hosted on Saturdays and Sundays only.

What wedding packages are available and what do they include?

Wedding packages include room hire, 3-course set dinner menu with coffee, wine service, and table setup. Specific pricing and inclusions vary by guest count and requirements. All packages exclude VAT and additional services like entertainment or extended hours.

What are the restrictions on wedding dates and booking availability?

Weddings are only available on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekday wedding requests are not accommodated. The venue operates a provisional hold system for available dates, and the building is currently under refurbishment which limits site visit availability.

What are the late extension fees for weddings running past standard hours?

Late extension fees apply as follows: 11pm-midnight costs £500-£550, 11pm-1am costs £1,200-£1,300, and 11pm-2am costs £1,900. These fees are in addition to the base package pricing and exclude VAT.

What entertainment and decoration restrictions apply to weddings?

The venue prohibits naked flames and smoke for decorations. Entertainment options are available through the venue's recommended suppliers, and they can provide guidance on suitable entertainment for wedding receptions.

How do I schedule a venue viewing and what are the limitations?

Show round appointments are available Monday-Friday from 9:30am-5:00pm. However, site visits are currently limited due to ongoing building refurbishment. Advance booking is required and same-day viewings are typically not available.

What catering options and upgrade costs are available for weddings?

Wedding packages include set menus with options to upgrade to choice menus for £13.50-£15.00 per person (maximum 3 choices per course). Pre-dinner canapés cost £12.50-£12.75 per person for 3 pieces, and additional courses cost £10.50-£11.00 per person.

What bar services and alcohol packages are offered?

Wedding packages typically include house wine service (2 glasses for reception, half bottle with meal). Upgrades available include sparkling wine reception (£2.40-£4.20 per person) or champagne reception (£10.40-£15.60 per person). Bar setup costs £295 and includes 2 staff members.

What are the payment terms and booking process for weddings?

The venue operates a provisional hold system for dates while clients make decisions. Specific payment terms and deposit requirements are discussed during the booking process. All pricing excludes VAT which is added to final costs.

What room combinations are available for wedding receptions?

Wedding receptions can utilize multiple interconnected rooms including the Smeaton Room for dinner (up to 100 seated), Brunel Room for pre-dinner drinks, and other combinations depending on guest count. Room selection depends on final numbers and event flow requirements.