Dining

Events

Weddings

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

The Private Dining Room has a room hire of £1,000 and minimum Food & Beverage spend of £4,000 including VAT (exclusive of 10% service charge). The Crystal Room has a room hire of £2,000 with a Food and Beverage spend of £13,500 inclusive of VAT. The minimum spend gives flexibility to build your own package but actual costs may be higher depending on requirements.

What are the capacity limits for different wedding setups in the available spaces?

The Private Dining Room accommodates up to 40 guests for seated dining. The Crystal Ballroom can host up to 230 guests in theatre setup or accommodate large dinner events. The May Fair Theatre seats over 200 people and is suitable for wedding ceremonies or receptions requiring presentation capabilities.

What security requirements apply to wedding events and what are the costs?

Security is mandatory for all events over 50 guests at £30 per hour with a minimum 6-hour requirement. For 50-100 guests, 1 security officer is required. This policy applies to all wedding events exceeding 50 attendees and costs are additional to venue hire and catering.

What AV equipment and technical capabilities are included for wedding ceremonies and receptions?

Meeting rooms include free WiFi, LCD projectors, screens, PA systems, air conditioning, blackout capabilities, and dimmer lighting. The May Fair Theatre offers an 8m screen and PA system. The Screening Package costs £2,200 inclusive of VAT, and Q&A Package costs £650 inclusive of VAT for enhanced technical setups.

What are the booking hold policies and payment terms for wedding reservations?

Initial quotes are offered as 'joint options' meaning the space is available on a first-come-first-serve basis to multiple clients. Rates are valid for 5 working days, after which the hotel reserves the right to re-quote. Clients must request a provisional hold to secure dates in the booking system.

What catering packages and pricing are available for wedding celebrations?

Christmas packages are available at £145 per person inclusive of VAT (minimum 100 attendees) including prosecco on arrival, three-course dinner, half bottle of house wine, water, coffee, mince pies, and decorations. Day Delegate Rates start at £120 per person per day including extensive coffee breaks, buffet lunch, and meeting room hire.

What are the service charge rates and additional fees for wedding events?

A 10% service charge applies to all Food & Beverage purchases and is exclusive of the minimum spend requirements. Some quotes mention 12.5% service charge, so this may vary by package type. All room hire fees and minimum spends are inclusive of VAT unless otherwise stated.

What spaces are available for wedding ceremonies versus receptions and can they be used simultaneously?

The venue offers multiple spaces including the Crystal Ballroom, Private Dining Room, and May Fair Theatre. The Danziger Suite features a flexible stage suitable for weddings and is adjacent to The Atrium. The Mezzanine level can be used as flexible event space, allowing planners to utilize multiple areas for different parts of the celebration.

What are the access and setup timeframes available for wedding preparations?

Access times vary by event type and space. The May Fair Theatre offers access from 18:30 onwards for evening events. Some packages allow access 4 hours before event start for setup. Specific access arrangements should be confirmed during booking as they may depend on the chosen spaces and event requirements.

Are there restrictions on wedding event timing, days of the week, or seasonal availability?

The venue operates Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30 for office hours, though events can run outside these times. Some meeting spaces may be fully contracted on certain days, affecting availability for consecutive day events. Specific date availability should be confirmed early as popular dates may have limited space options.