Dining

Events

Weddings

What are the full day hire costs for Woods Quay dining events?

Full day room hire is £24,500 + VAT with access for setup from 8am and all suppliers must clear by 2am. This includes mandatory security for 250 guests (3 guards) at £495 + VAT for up to 6 hours, required F&B spend of £65 + VAT per person (£16,250 + VAT for 250 guests), and staffing provided by Woods Silver Fleet at £10,938 + VAT for a 5-hour live event from 7pm-midnight.

What is the maximum capacity for dining events at Woods Quay?

Woods Quay can accommodate up to 250 guests for dining events. The venue features three distinct spaces: West Wing as the main bar, Cormorant Deck as the dance floor with DJ stage, and East Wing as a secondary bar or VIP area.

What are the mandatory minimum spend requirements?

There is a required F&B spend of £65 + VAT per person, which totals £16,250 + VAT for 250 guests. This minimum spend must be met through food and beverage purchases, with any shortfall charged as a room hire supplement.

What security arrangements are mandatory for events?

Security is mandatory for events with 250 guests, requiring 3 guards at £495 + VAT for up to 6 hours. This is a non-negotiable requirement and cannot be waived or reduced.

What are the setup and breakdown time allowances?

Setup access begins at 8am on the event day, and all suppliers must clear the venue by 2am the following day. The venue allows afternoon setup time and approximately 2 hours after the event end for breakdown.

What dining and catering options are available?

Woods Quay offers varied food options from their impressive Ofyr fire pit, East Wing kitchen counter service, and waiter-served options. They provide reception menus, wine lists, and bar tariffs, and can operate a cash bar throughout the evening after initial arrival drinks.

What is included in the staffing costs?

Staffing provided by Woods Silver Fleet costs £10,938 + VAT for a 5-hour live event running from 7pm to midnight. This covers all necessary service staff for the event duration.

Can events run past midnight and what are the time restrictions?

Events can run until 2am as all suppliers must clear by this time, suggesting events can extend past midnight. The standard 5-hour live event runs from 7pm-midnight, but extended hours appear possible within the 2am clearance deadline.

What is the total estimated cost for a 250-guest event?

The estimated total event spend is £52,183 + VAT for 250 guests, including full day room hire (£24,500), security (£495), required F&B spend (£16,250), and staffing (£10,938). All prices are subject to VAT.

Are there alternative venue options if Woods Quay is unavailable?

Yes, Woods Silver Fleet also operates Driftwoods, a glass vessel that cruises between Westminster and Greenwich. Weekend charter rates start at £7,000 (VAT exempt) with canape/bowl food packages at £108 + VAT per person for 4-hour charters.