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What are the minimum spend requirements for private hire of the Palm Lounge?

The Palm Lounge requires a minimum spend that varies by day and time. For example, a Wednesday evening (18:00-00:00) costs £9,500 total including VAT and service charge, broken down as: £837 golf spend, £6,388 drinks spend, £1,025 food spend, £300 room hire fee, plus 10% service charge. Thursday evenings are £5,737.50 total for 18:00-23:00 with lower minimum spends across categories.

What capacity limits apply to the Palm Lounge for corporate events?

The Palm Lounge accommodates up to 50 guests maximum. The space features a lounge area at the back and standing space at the front, making it suitable for both seated meetings and standing reception-style events.

What's included in the private hire package for business events?

Private hire includes exclusive use of the Palm Lounge, one round of crazy golf per person with scheduled tee times, Carnival arcade games (9 games per person), complimentary private cloakroom, DJ from 18:00, and a dedicated event planner. Street food and drinks are additional based on minimum spend requirements.

How does the booking process work and can dates be held?

Swingers cannot hold specific dates without payment due to high enquiry volume. Once you decide to proceed, they send a contract with payment details to secure your booking. Site visits can be arranged to view the space and meet the team before committing.

What are the standard operating hours for private events?

Private events typically run until midnight (00:00) or 23:00 depending on the day. Evening events commonly start at 17:30 or 18:00. The venue is usually 18+ only, except for special family sessions on Sundays before 6pm.

What AV facilities are available for corporate presentations?

The Palm Lounge features a TV screen and has glass panelled windows providing views over the Grand Hotel Bar and Carnival area. For specific AV requirements like microphones or presentation equipment, you'll need to discuss these directly with the events team during planning.

Are there package options for smaller corporate groups?

Yes, Swingers offers structured packages including Jet Set (£66pp + 10% service charge), All Set (£78pp + 10% service charge), and Ultimate Set (£98pp + 10% service charge). These include golf, drinks, food, carnival games, and reserved areas for 90 minutes to 3 hours depending on the package.

What food and beverage options are available for business events?

The venue offers delicious street food from three of London's best vendors, with platter menus available for events. Drinks include cocktails from private bars, with options for house drinks packages or premium selections. All F&B is subject to the minimum spend requirements for your chosen space and time slot.

Is there flexibility for events that don't meet minimum budgets?

Swingers may decline events that fall significantly below their minimum spend requirements. For example, they've turned down enquiries for £4,000 private hire when their minimums are higher, though they sometimes offer shorter time frames or package options to accommodate smaller budgets.

What additional charges apply beyond the quoted minimum spend?

A discretionary 10% service charge is automatically added to all private hire bookings. Some quotes show 12.5% service charge, so this may vary. All prices are inclusive of VAT. There are no additional mandatory charges mentioned beyond the service charge.