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What are the room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for wedding events?

Weekend venue hire is £4,000 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £6,000 + VAT required. The Reading Room features a wedding license, fixed speakers, and built-in PA system. All pricing is subject to VAT at 20%.

What capacity limits apply for different wedding setups in the Reading Room?

The Reading Room is licensed for ceremonies of up to 120 guests. For receptions, it can accommodate various layouts with flexible seating arrangements, though specific capacity numbers for different reception setups are not detailed in available information.

What catering packages are available for wedding receptions?

Graysons provides in-house catering with various menu options available. A dinner package at £140.50 + VAT per person (minimum 60 guests) includes exclusive room hire 18:00-23:00, 3-course meal, ½ bottle house wine, 30 minutes sparkling wine reception, DJ & dance floor, uplighters, and dedicated team. Additional menu options and pricing details require direct consultation.

What audio-visual equipment and entertainment options are included?

The Reading Room features fixed speakers and a built-in PA system as standard. Wedding packages can include DJ & dance floor, uplighters for ambience, and digital signage. Additional AV equipment may be available but specific options and costs require confirmation.

What are the standard hire times and access arrangements for weddings?

Standard evening hire runs 18:00-23:00 with early organiser access from 17:00. Weekend events have different minimum spend requirements (£10,000 + VAT mentioned for some weekend events), and the building is typically closed on weekends allowing for more exclusive use.

What ceremony and reception setup options are available?

The Reading Room offers flexible seating arrangements and can host both ceremonies (up to 120 guests) and receptions. A ceremony package at £52.50 + VAT per person (minimum 300 guests) includes exclusive hire of Common & Reading Room 12:00-17:00, though this appears to be for a different room combination.

What additional services and facilities are provided for weddings?

Wedding services include dedicated team on the day, security, cloakroom facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, digital signage, and personalised digital welcome signs. The venue can assist with decorations, suppliers, and entertainment options, working with various external providers for additional services.

Are there restrictions on decorations, suppliers, or timing for wedding events?

The venue works with different suppliers and can assist with decorations, DJs and entertainment. Specific restrictions on external suppliers, decoration policies, or setup timing limitations are not detailed in available information and would require direct confirmation with the venue.

What makes the Reading Room unique as a wedding venue?

Located on the ground floor of a Grade II* listed building, the Reading Room features abundant natural light, high vaulted ceilings, rich colour scheme, beautiful gilded wooden gallery, and leather-bound books creating dramatic grandeur. The space combines traditional elegance with contemporary facilities in a prestigious Law Society setting.

How far in advance should couples book and what is the booking process?

The venue offers provisional holds (7-day holds mentioned for some events) and arranges viewing visits to discuss requirements in detail. Specific booking timelines, deposit requirements, and payment schedules are not detailed in available information and require direct consultation with the events team.