Business

Dining

Events

What are the exact room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for business events?

Room hire varies by space and timing: The Common Room costs £3,600 + VAT for 9am-5pm with £3,000 minimum spend, £2,300 + VAT for 1pm-5pm with £1,500 minimum spend, or £2,750 + VAT for 6pm-11pm with £5,000 minimum spend. Smaller rooms like Holborn & Lincoln cost £950 + VAT per day with £200 + VAT minimum catering spend. The David Lloyd George room is £1,600 + VAT with £1,350 + VAT minimum spend.

What are the capacity limits for different seating arrangements in business spaces?

The Common Room accommodates up to 244 theatre style with stage, 180 theatre style without stage, 96 cabaret style with catering in room, or 144 cabaret with catering in adjacent space. Strand, Fleet & Bell suites hold up to 60 banqueting style. Holborn & Lincoln accommodates up to 20 boardroom style, while the David Lloyd George room capacity varies by layout.

What AV equipment is included and what are the additional costs?

Basic AV packages include screen, projector, lectern, lectern mic, and handheld mic. The Common Room AV with stage, two repeater screens costs £400 + VAT. Smaller rooms like David Lloyd George include basic AV (screen, projector, one handheld mic) for £300 + VAT. Lincoln Screen add-on costs £150 + VAT per day.

What DDR (Delegate Day Rate) packages are available for conferences and meetings?

DDR packages start from £60 + VAT per person (minimum 100 guests) including room hire 9am-5pm, arrival refreshments, executive lunch, AV equipment, filtered water, and dedicated team. Higher-tier packages at £72.90 + VAT include additional tea/coffee breaks and enhanced catering. The Common Room DDR is £103.50 + VAT per person for 100+ guests with full AV and staging.

Are there discounts available for multi-day bookings or extended hire periods?

Yes, discounts are available for extended bookings. For a 20-day hire period (4 weeks of weekdays), the venue offers to discuss discounts based on requirements. One example shows a 35% discount offered on room hire for specific bookings, though minimum catering spends still apply.

What catering options and costs are available for business events?

In-house catering by Graysons includes arrival tea/coffee/pastries, executive lunch with grab items and fruit, and formal dining options. Two-course dinners cost £57 + VAT per person. Full dinner packages range from £124.50-£140.50 + VAT per person including wine and service. Minimum catering spends vary by room from £200-£5,000 + VAT.

What are the access times and setup arrangements for organisers?

Organisers typically receive early access 1 hour before the event start time. For 9am-5pm bookings, organiser access begins at 8am. Evening events starting at 6pm allow organiser access from 5pm. An AV technician is provided to assist with setup for larger events with full staging and equipment.

What additional services and facilities are included in business bookings?

All business bookings include complimentary Wi-Fi, dedicated team on the day, registration table (manned by client), directional signage, personalised digital welcome signs, unmanned cloakroom facilities, and filtered water throughout. Security is included for evening events. The venue provides flipcharts and PA systems for presentations.

Are there restrictions on filming or recording during business events?

The venue accommodates filming but requires advance discussion of requirements, timings, and crew numbers. During weekdays, the building is open to Law Society members and the public, so filming in communal areas works best on weekends or evenings. Additional costs apply for filming, and green rooms or crew catering can be arranged.

What is the booking process and how far in advance should events be reserved?

The venue offers provisional holds for 7 days while clients make decisions. Site visits can be arranged with the Sales Manager between 9:30am-4:30pm on weekdays. Bookings require confirmation of guest numbers, specific requirements, and budget. The venue checks availability first and recommends the most suitable space based on requirements.