Business

Dining

Events

What are the dry hire rates for the dining spaces and what's included?

Dry hire packages start from £10,000.00 and can go up to £14,000.00 inclusive of VAT depending on the space and event requirements. The venue offers various dining spaces including the Cornwall Suite, Cambria Suite, and Crown Suite, with room assignments subject to change based on availability.

What are the banquet package rates and what do they include?

The banquet package is £126.00 per person including VAT and includes glass of sparkling wine, three course dinner, half bottle of house wine, coffee and petit fours, mineral water, and room hire from 18:00-01:00. Package inclusions also cover red carpet on arrival, black or white linens, dance floor, dedicated event manager, and dietary requirements catered for.

What are the Christmas dining package options and pricing?

The Christmas package is £112.00 per person inclusive of VAT (reduced from £190.00). It includes 3-course meal package, exclusive room hire from 18:00 till 01:00, 1 glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three course seated dinner, tea/coffee and mince pies, half bottle of wine per person, Christmas novelties and traditional room decoration, plus DJ and dance floor until 1am.

Are security charges mandatory for dining events and what do they cost?

Yes, security is compulsory for the duration of your event at £29.40 per hour inclusive of VAT. For 1-200 guests, 2 guards are required; 201-400 guests require 4 guards; 401-600 guests require 6 guards. There's a minimum 4-hour booking and minimum of 2 security guards, which must be paid no later than 1 month prior to the event.

What are the capacity limits for the main dining spaces?

The Cornwall Suite can accommodate up to 250 guests for a banquet dinner or 200 for a dinner dance. The Cambria Suite can accommodate up to 100 guests for a dinner, 80 guests for a dinner dance, and 130 guests for a reception. The Crown Suite can accommodate up to 250 for a drinks reception and is often used in conjunction with other dining spaces.

What are the restrictions for ticketed events?

For ticketed events, all tickets must be pre-purchased and the venue does not allow tickets to be sold on the night. This policy applies to all events where tickets are being sold to attendees.

What are the minimum spend requirements for post-meeting dining and drinks?

For post-meeting drinks held within the venue, there's a minimum spend requirement of £3,000.00 to £5,000.00 inclusive of VAT (depending on the space), with at least 50% required to be spent on food. If the guaranteed minimum spend is not reached, the remaining balance will be charged as room hire.

How far in advance do provisional bookings get released?

The venue releases provisional space holdings when they haven't received updates regarding the event. Based on correspondence patterns, bookings typically require confirmation decisions within a reasonable timeframe, and the venue will notify clients before releasing held dates to give them opportunity to confirm or request the date be put back on hold.

What dining room setups and layouts are available?

The dining spaces offer flexible layouts including banquet seating, dinner dance configurations, and reception-style setups. The Crown Suite features an ornate domed ceiling and contemporary furnishings, while spaces like Cornwall and Cambria can be configured for various dining experiences with natural daylight and can accommodate different table arrangements based on your preferred layout and flow.

What are the standard operating hours for dining events?

Standard dining events typically run from 18:00 to 01:00, with room hire included in banquet packages covering this timeframe. The venue can accommodate events with different timing requirements, and early access to spaces may be available for an additional charge (such as £3,500.00 for early access to the Cambria Suite from 17:00).