Frequently Asked Questions
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 is £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, plus AV equipment (pull-up screen, projector, handheld mic, flip chart). For smaller groups, a lighter package at £55 +VAT per person includes venue hire 08:00-16:00 with arrival refreshments, tea/coffee throughout the day, and basic AV equipment.
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 of 8 people, alternative packages are available at £125 +VAT per person for the Print Room & Charter Gallery, though this appears to be for meeting-style events rather than formal dining.
Which spaces are included in the dining packages and what are the operating hours?
The main dining package includes hire of both the Livery Hall and Charter Gallery. Standard operating hours are typically 08:00-17:00, though some packages run 09:00-17:00. If you need to start earlier at 08:00, there is a one-off charge of £100 +VAT for extended venue hire.
What AV equipment is included with dining bookings?
All dining packages include basic AV equipment: one handheld microphone with PA system, pull-up screen and projector, 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 standard 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 package also includes notepad and pen per person, plus all staff, linen, glassware, cutlery, and crockery.
Can I arrange alternative catering instead of the standard package options?
Yes, alternative catering arrangements can be organized if the standard package doesn't meet your requirements. You need to discuss your specific catering needs with the events team who can provide alternative quotes based on your preferences.
How do I secure a booking and what is the hold process?
To secure your preferred date, the venue can place it on hold in their diary while you make your final decision. Contact the Senior Sales & Event Manager at 020 7623 2223 option 1 or via email to request a hold on your chosen date.
What happens if my preferred date is already booked?
If your preferred date has a confirmed booking, the venue may be able to offer alternative dates or check if existing bookings are flexible. For example, they can chase clients holding dates on second option for confirmed answers, or suggest alternative weeks if your dates are flexible.
Are there capacity limitations I should be aware of?
Yes, the venue has capacity limitations and will decline bookings if numbers exceed what they can accommodate. While specific maximum capacities aren't detailed in the available information, they have turned away events for being "higher than our venue can accommodate."
Can the venue accommodate both daytime and evening events on the same date?
The venue can potentially accommodate both daytime and evening events on the same date, but this depends on existing bookings. They will ask whether your event is daytime or evening to quote the appropriate venue hire charge, as pricing may differ between day and evening slots.
