Business

Events

What are the room hire rates and what's included in the base price?

Room hire rates vary by space: Marylebone £750 per day (reduced from £1,050), Bond Street £1,500 per day, Green Park £750 per day, and smaller rooms like Downing Street and Mayfair at £450 each. Base hire includes Wi-Fi, mineral water, 1 flipchart with pads and pens, plasma TV screen with HDMI cable, and VAT.

What are the capacity limits for different room setups?

Marylebone accommodates maximum 45 people in theatre setup. Bond Street holds up to 70 people banquet style (10 per table) or 100 theatre style. Park Lane ballroom can hold up to 280 theatre style or 240 reception style. Hyde Park is the largest space accommodating up to 500 people with various configurations available.

How long do I have to confirm my booking and what are the payment requirements?

Provisional bookings are held for 7 days only - if not confirmed with signed contract and payment within this timeframe, dates are automatically released. Payment and signed contract must be received by 14:00 BST on the specified deadline date to secure the booking.

What are the catering costs and minimum spend requirements?

Evening events have a minimum catering spend of £900. Tea and coffee costs £4 per person per serving, unlimited tea/coffee throughout the day is £17.50 per person. Sandwich lunch is £17.50 per person, restaurant lunch £29 per person. Canapé packages range from £16 (4 items) to £27.50 (6 gourmet items) per person.

What are the alcohol pricing and service charge policies?

House wine costs £32 per bottle or £10 per glass (175ml), sparkling wine £28 per bottle or £9 per glass (125ml), champagne £90 per bottle or £15 per glass (125ml), and beers £6 per bottle. All drinks are subject to a mandatory 13.5% service charge on top of the listed prices.

Are there drink package options available for events?

Yes, drink packages include: 1-hour package with house wine, beer, and soft drinks for £28 per person; 1-hour package with spirits added for £49 per person; 2-hour package with house wine, beer, soft drinks, and single spirits for £89 per person. All packages are subject to 13.5% service charge.

What are the Day Delegate Package rates and what do they include?

Day Delegate Packages cost £65-£89 per person (reduced rates available) with minimum numbers required (typically 100-150 people). Packages include arrival tea/coffee with treats, mid-morning refreshments, delegate lunch, mid-afternoon tea/coffee, room hire 9am-5pm, delegate stationery, AV equipment, and Wi-Fi.

What evening event access times and restrictions apply?

Evening events typically have access from 18:30-19:00 until midnight. For events requiring setup, early access may be available from around 06:00 on event day. A 3-hour setup window the evening before can be arranged for AV testing and exhibitor setup for larger events.

What commission structure applies to bookings made through agents?

Commission is paid at 10% on the gross rate for bookings made through agents or third-party bookers. This applies to all venue hire and catering charges but specific terms should be confirmed when booking.

Are there any restrictions on external suppliers or catering?

The venue appears to operate primarily with in-house catering services based on the detailed menus provided. External supplier policies are not explicitly stated in the available information, so this should be confirmed directly with the events team when making enquiries.