Business

Dining

Events

What is the minimum spend requirement for events at Carpenter's Hall?

There is a minimum spend of £2,000 excluding VAT on catering plus venue hire. This minimum applies to all events and makes the venue unsuitable for smaller gatherings.

What are the venue hire costs for exclusive use of the Business space?

Venue hire for exclusive use ranges from £3,000 to £3,500 excluding VAT depending on the specific areas included. For example, exclusive use of the Hall costs £3,000 + VAT, while Hall hire with exclusive use of Foyer, Luncheon Room and Courtroom costs £3,000 + VAT with extended hours from 4:00pm to 11:30pm.

What are the pricing options for Christmas events and packages?

Christmas packages range from £115-£168 per person excluding VAT. The basic Christmas package at £115 + VAT includes 2 Christmas cocktails, up to ½ bottle of house wine, 3-course meal with tea/coffee, and Christmas crackers (minimum 100 guests). The premium Christmas package at £140-£168 per person includes exclusive venue hire from 5:30pm to 11:00pm, three-course dinner, drinks package with 1.5 glasses sparkling wine and ½ bottle wine, plus Christmas crackers.

What catering options and pricing are available for conferences and meetings?

Canapé options include 4 canapés at £25 per person, 6 canapés at £35 per person, or 8 canapés at £45 per person, with additional canapés at £8 per item. A 3-hour unlimited drinks package (wines, beer, soft drinks) costs £45 per person with a minimum of 55 guests required.

What are the standard event timing restrictions and venue access hours?

Standard exclusive hire typically runs from 4:00pm to 11:30pm or 5:30pm to 11:00pm for evening events. Extended hours until 1:00am may be available for certain events. The venue can accommodate daytime events, with some quotes showing access from as early as 8:00am.

What AV equipment and technical support is included with venue hire?

Basic AV equipment including PA system, stage, lectern, and microphones is included with exclusive venue hire at £3,500. Additional AV requirements such as screens, projectors, and enhanced sound systems may incur extra charges.

What is the maximum capacity for different event formats in the Business space?

The venue can accommodate up to 200 guests for seated dinners and receptions. For conferences, theatre-style seating can accommodate 80-100 guests in cabaret style, while classroom-style setups can handle 150-200 attendees.

Are there any restrictions on event types or specific requirements for bookings?

The venue is not suited to small events due to the £2,000 minimum catering spend plus venue hire requirement. All pricing excludes VAT at 20%. The venue appears to specialize in corporate events, conferences, award ceremonies, and Christmas parties rather than intimate gatherings.

What booking lead times and deposit requirements apply?

Based on the quotes provided, the venue accepts bookings well in advance, with Christmas events being quoted up to a year ahead. Specific deposit amounts and payment schedules are not detailed in the available information, but early booking appears to offer advantages such as complimentary canapés for Christmas packages booked before end of January.

What additional services and amenities are available beyond basic venue hire?

Additional services include manned cloakroom facilities, pre-event tastings for two people, table decorations including candelabras and candles, full event guidance throughout, and access to cash/account bar post-dinner. Christmas events include table linen, napkins, and Christmas crackers as standard.