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What are the pricing structures for different event spaces at The Londoner?

The Green Room costs £130 per person with a minimum of 30 guests, including room hire, setup, meeting time, and experiences. 8 at The Londoner and Shima Garden requires £3,000 room hire plus £16,000 minimum food and beverage spend. The Ballroom dinner package costs £180 per person with a minimum of 250 guests, plus an additional £8,000 room hire for smaller groups. All rates are inclusive of VAT and exclusive of 12.5-15% discretionary service charge.

What are the mandatory security requirements and costs?

Security is mandatory for all events at The Londoner at £35 per hour per guard, with a minimum of 6 hours required. One security guard is required per 100 guests attending, and an additional guard is required for the full setup and de-rig periods. The number of security guards may increase depending on the nature of the event.

What are the capacity limits for different event spaces?

8 at The Londoner and Shima Garden has a maximum standing capacity of 150 people. The Ballroom can accommodate up to 850 guests and is described as one of the largest event spaces in central London. The Green Room and Gallery spaces accommodate smaller groups, with The Green Room suitable for meetings of 30+ people.

What audio-visual equipment is included and what are the additional costs?

The Ballroom includes state-of-the-art AV with Christie projectors, four large screens, motorised trusses with moving lights, line array sound system, wireless microphones, stage with lectern, and ambient lighting. Basic AV facilities are complimentary when hiring AV technicians, starting from £4,200. Individual AV items include LED screens (70'-85') at £1,080, PA systems at £650, and microphones at £120.

What are the typical event timing restrictions and setup requirements?

Events typically run with specific setup and de-rig windows - for example, Green Room events include setup from 7:00am-11:00am, meetings from 11:00am-5:00pm, and de-rig from 5:00pm-5:30pm. Ballroom events often run from 6:00pm-1:00am with setup from 6:00pm-7:00pm and de-rig until 2:00am. Extended timings may require pricing reviews.

What catering options and minimum spends apply?

The venue offers various catering packages including three-course seasonal menus, Japanese cuisine at 8 at The Londoner, and conference packages with multiple dining experiences. Minimum food and beverage spends range from £200 for small Gallery meetings to £16,000 for 8 at The Londoner. Canapés cost £5-£50 per item, and packages typically include champagne/sparkling wine on arrival, house wine, and water.

Are there restrictions on external suppliers and additional fees?

External AV providers incur a charge starting from £3,600. The venue appears to have in-house catering requirements given the minimum spend structures. Specific vendor approval processes aren't detailed in the available information, but external AV provider fees suggest some external suppliers are permitted with additional costs.

What spaces are available for different types of events?

The venue offers The Ballroom (up to 850 guests for large events), 8 at The Londoner with Shima Garden rooftop terrace (150 standing), The Green Room (meeting space), and The Gallery (seven meeting rooms with lounge). Each space includes different amenities - the Ballroom has comprehensive AV, 8 at The Londoner offers Japanese cuisine and city views, and Gallery rooms feature wall-mounted screens and wireless presenting technology.

What booking procedures and payment terms apply?

The venue offers spaces on 'first option' basis with specific hold periods - for example, Green Room availability held until specific dates like 'Friday 21st of March 2025'. Quotes are provided with detailed breakdowns including VAT and service charges. Any shortfall in minimum guest numbers or spend commitments is charged as additional room hire.

What additional services and amenities are included?

Standard inclusions vary by package but typically include dedicated events manager, private cloakroom, Wi-Fi access on unlimited devices, private entrance access, and arrival experiences. The Green Room package includes specific experiences like 'The Londoner Gallery Farmers Market Experience' and afternoon experiences. Tea and coffee service is standard for meeting packages.