Dining

Events

What is the minimum spend requirement for exclusive venue hire?

The minimum spend for exclusive venue hire of HERA Restaurant is £16,000. This covers the venue hire fee when your total event spend meets this threshold. If your budget is below this amount, exclusive hire may not be available.

What are the venue's operating hours and latest finish time?

HERA's daily opening hours are 11:00am to 11:00pm. Events must finish by 11:00pm as the venue is located in a corporate/residential area and is subject to standard noise restrictions. This makes it unsuitable for late-night club-style events.

What capacity can the venue accommodate for different event styles?

The venue can accommodate up to 100 seated guests for dinner events or up to 130 guests for standing reception style events. The space includes room for a dancefloor and DJ area even when at full seated capacity.

What are the typical food and beverage pricing structures?

Set menus are priced at £50 per person for a 3-course meal (example: 130 guests = £6,500 total). Drinks packages are customized based on your budget - for example, a £3,500 drinks budget covers approximately 5-6 drinks per guest for 70 people. All prices are subject to service charge.

What audio equipment is available for speeches and presentations?

The venue provides a dedicated separate speaker system with two microphones specifically for speeches and presentations. For background music, they can play your desired playlist through the restaurant speaker system at no additional cost.

What are the DJ and entertainment options and costs?

HERA can provide a complimentary DJ for qualifying events or you can use their speaker system for playlists. External DJs can be booked for an additional cost that depends on the number of hours required. The venue can accommodate live bands and other entertainment, but all must comply with noise restrictions.

How does the drinks package system work?

Drinks packages are set up as a tab system based on your budget, with a bespoke drinks menu created for your event. Once the tab runs out, you can either top it up or have guests pay for additional drinks themselves. The exact package depends on your preferences for house wines/beers versus premium selections and cocktail offerings.

What service charges and additional fees apply?

A service charge applies to all events - for example, a £15,000 event budget would incur approximately £1,650-£1,980 in service charges. The exact percentage and any additional fees should be confirmed when booking, as this can significantly impact your total event cost.

What event styles and layouts can the venue accommodate?

The venue can host seated dinners, standing cocktail receptions, and mixed events with reception followed by dinner and dancing. The space is flexible enough to accommodate ceremonies, award presentations, and entertainment throughout the evening, with dedicated areas for dining and dancing.

What information is needed to receive a detailed quote?

To receive an accurate quote, you need to specify: exact guest count, preferred timing (lunch or dinner), event style (seated meal or standing reception), estimated budget range, and any special requirements. The venue will then create a bespoke package recommendation based on these details.