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Dining

Events

What are the room hire rates for different meeting spaces and what's included?

Room hire rates vary by space: Marylebone £750 per day (reduced from £1050), Bond Street £1500 per day, Green Park £750 per day, and smaller rooms like Downing Street and Mayfair at £450 each. All room hire includes Wi-Fi, mineral water, 1 flipchart with pads and pens, 85" TV with HDMI cable, and VAT. Plasma TV screens are standard in most rooms.

What are the capacity limits for different room setups?

Marylebone accommodates maximum 45 people in theatre setup. Hyde Park holds up to 200 people in classroom layout or 500 for larger events. Park Lane ballroom seats up to 280 in theatre style or 240 for reception. Bond Street accommodates up to 90 people theatre style, while Green Park holds up to 40 people theatre style.

What are the Day Delegate Package rates and what's included?

Day Delegate Package rates are £75 per person (reduced from £89-£97) for minimum 150 people, or £65 per person (reduced from £97) for minimum 150 people depending on the room. Package includes arrival tea/coffee with treats, mid-morning and mid-afternoon refreshments, delegate lunch, room hire 9am-5pm, pads/pens, mineral water, screen, LCD projector, flipchart, and VAT.

How long do provisional bookings hold and what are the confirmation requirements?

Provisional bookings are held for 7 days from quote date. To confirm booking, signed contract and payment must be received by the specified deadline (typically within 7-14 days), otherwise the booking is automatically released from the system. Rates quoted are typically valid for 1-2 weeks.

What catering options are available and at what cost?

Individual catering options include: unlimited tea/coffee throughout day £17.50 per person, tea/coffee with snacks £7 per serving, tea/coffee without snacks £4 per serving, sandwich lunch £17.50 per person, hot/cold fork buffet £29 per person, and working buffet lunch £24.50 per person. Continental breakfast is £18.50 per person, full English £22 per person.

Are there minimum spend requirements for evening events?

Yes, evening events have minimum catering spend requirements. For example, Bond Street evening hire has a minimum spend of £900 on catering. Room hire for evening events is typically £750 (reduced from £950) plus the mandatory minimum catering spend.

What are the setup and access arrangements for events?

Events typically run 9am-5pm for day meetings. Evening events can access from 6:30-7pm until midnight. For conferences requiring setup, 3-hour setup periods are available the evening prior for AV testing and exhibitor setup, with early morning access from around 6am for delegate arrival preparation.

What AV equipment is included and what additional services are available?

Standard AV includes 85" TV with HDMI cable, screen, LCD projector, and flipchart in most rooms. Additional AV services available include PA system from £750, microphones from £100, and AV technician from £750. All rooms have unlimited Wi-Fi, and larger spaces like Park Lane have built-in stages and hearing loops.

Can external catering and suppliers be brought in?

The venue appears to operate primarily with in-house catering based on the detailed menus provided. External catering arrangements are not explicitly mentioned in the available information, suggesting clients should inquire directly about any external supplier policies and associated fees.

What commission structure applies for bookings made through agents?

Commission is paid at 10% on gross rate for bookings made through agents or intermediaries. This applies to both room hire and catering packages, and is calculated on the total booking value before VAT.