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What are the pricing options for private dining events and what's included?

The Tower Suite offers private dining for 30-36 guests with room hire at £4,000 and a three-course set menu at £97 per person (including tea, coffee, and petit fours). There's a minimum beverage spend of £40 per person. For larger groups, dinner packages start at £150 per person with a guaranteed minimum of 20 guests required, including sparkling wine on arrival, three-course dinner, half bottle of house wine, and half bottle of mineral water per person.

What are the capacity limits for different dining setups?

The Tower Suite accommodates up to 36 guests for intimate dining events. For larger events requiring cabaret-style seating, spaces can accommodate 50-100 guests depending on the room. Standing receptions can handle larger numbers, with some spaces supporting 180+ guests for reception-style events.

What are the Christmas dining packages and their costs?

Christmas packages include the Classic at £160 per person (sparkling wine, three-course festive menu, half bottle house wine, half bottle water) and the Indulgence at £210 per person (same inclusions plus unlimited house wine, beer, and soft drinks for four hours, plus crackers, hats, novelties, and silver candelabras). Both require minimum guest numbers and additional room hire fees apply.

What are the operating hours and time restrictions for dining events?

The Tower Suite is available from 18:30-23:00 for evening dining events. Day events can run from 08:30-17:30, while evening events typically finish by 23:00. Setup access may be available earlier, and specific timing requirements should be confirmed during booking.

What additional mandatory costs should I budget for beyond the quoted prices?

All events require additional security officer charges (£250 minimum mentioned in some quotes) and discretionary service charge. Room hire fees are separate from catering costs - for example, Tower Suite room hire is £4,000 on top of the per-person dining costs. VAT at 20% applies to all charges.

Can the venue accommodate special dietary requirements like halal or vegetarian menus?

The venue offers modern European cuisine as their standard catering. While specific dietary accommodations aren't detailed in available information, the venue does take enquiries about halal and teetotal requirements, suggesting they may be able to accommodate special dietary needs upon request during the planning phase.

How does the booking process work and how long will they hold space?

The venue operates on a 'joint first option' system, holding space for a specified period (examples show holds until specific dates like 'Friday, 30 May 2025'). Proposals are provided after initial enquiry, and the venue requires confirmation within the hold period to secure the booking.

What's included in the Day Delegate Rate for corporate dining events?

The Day Delegate Rate costs £165 per person (£198 including VAT) and includes arrival tea/coffee with Danish pastries, mid-morning break with refreshments, three-course standing buffet lunch, mid-afternoon break with refreshments, main meeting room rental (08:30-17:30), notepads, pencils, bottled water, and WiFi access.

What room configurations are available for the Tower Suite?

The Tower Suite is divided into three sections: Tower 1 for drinks reception, Tower 2 for dinner, and Tower 3 for cloakroom. The suite has its own private toilet facilities, making it ideal for exclusive private dining events without sharing facilities with other hotel guests.

Are there minimum guest requirements for private dining bookings?

Yes, the Tower Suite requires a minimum of 30 guests for private dining events. The general dinner package requires a guaranteed minimum of 20 guests. If numbers fall below the agreed minimum, additional room hire charges may apply to meet the minimum spend requirements.