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Dining

Events

What are the package pricing options for dining events at Bakers' Hall?

Bakers' Hall offers several dining packages depending on your requirements. The DDR (Day Delegate Rate) package costs £70 +VAT per person and includes hire of the Livery Hall & Charter Gallery from 09:00-17:00, arrival tea/coffee/pastries, mid-morning refreshments, sandwich lunch with fruit juice, mid-afternoon tea/coffee/biscuits, jugs of water throughout, plus AV equipment (pull-up screen, projector, handheld mic, flip chart). For smaller groups, a lighter package is available at £55 +VAT per person including venue hire 08:00-16:00, basic refreshments, and AV equipment but without lunch.

What is the minimum number of guests required for dining packages?

The DDR package at £70 +VAT per person requires a minimum of 25 guests. For smaller groups under 25 people, alternative packages are available such as the £55 +VAT per person option or the £125 +VAT per person package for groups as small as 8 people.

Which spaces are included in the dining packages and what are the standard operating hours?

Most dining packages include hire of both the Livery Hall and Charter Gallery. Standard venue hire runs from 08:00-17:00 for the DDR package, or 09:00-16:00 for some smaller packages. If you need to start earlier at 08:00 instead of 09:00, there is a one-off charge of £100 +VAT.

What AV equipment is included in the dining packages?

All dining packages include basic AV equipment: pull-up screen and projector, one handheld microphone with PA system, and flip chart with pens. The Print Room has AV equipment installed, so you only need to bring your laptop to connect.

What catering is included in the different dining packages?

The £70 +VAT DDR package includes arrival tea/coffee/pastries, mid-morning tea/coffee/biscuits, sandwich lunch with fruit juice, mid-afternoon tea/coffee/biscuits, and jugs of water throughout the day. The £125 +VAT package includes continental breakfast buffet with tea/coffee/fresh orange juice, sandwich lunch with soft drinks, tea/coffee during meetings, and water throughout. The £55 +VAT package only includes arrival refreshments and tea/coffee/biscuits throughout the day with no lunch.

Can I book dates on hold and how does the booking process work?

Yes, Bakers' Hall can place dates on hold in their diary while you make your decision. They operate a system where some dates may be held as '2nd option' if another client has first priority, and they will chase the primary client for confirmation before releasing the date to you.

What additional items are provided with the dining packages?

The DDR package includes notepad and pen per person, plus all staff, linen, glassware, cutlery, and crockery. Basic packages include flip chart and pens, and jugs of water throughout the day.

Are there capacity limitations that would prevent my event from being accommodated?

Yes, Bakers' Hall has capacity limitations and will decline bookings if the numbers are higher than the venue can accommodate. While specific maximum capacities aren't detailed in the available information, they have turned away events for being too large for their facilities.

Can I arrange a venue visit before booking?

Yes, venue visits can be arranged. The events team regularly offers site visits to potential clients to view the spaces before making a booking decision.

What happens if my preferred date is already booked?

If your preferred date is unavailable, Bakers' Hall will suggest alternative dates. They may also ask if your dates are flexible and will work with you to find suitable alternatives, such as offering the week commencing a different date if your original week is fully booked.