Business

Dining

Events

What are the catering options and pricing for private dining events?

The venue offers various catering packages including tea and coffee options ranging from £3.50 +VAT for basic service to £14.00 +VAT for unlimited service. Additional options include breakfast items (£10.20 +VAT), cakes (£7.50 +VAT), and pastries (£8.00 +VAT). Full dining packages are available but specific pricing for multi-course meals would need to be confirmed based on your requirements.

Can we bring our own caterers for private dining events?

The venue typically provides in-house catering services, but external catering arrangements may be possible under certain conditions. You would need to discuss this directly with the events team as it depends on the specific requirements and may involve additional terms or restrictions.

What is the capacity of the Pakistan Room for seated dining?

The Pakistan Room is described as suitable for dinner parties with around 70 guests. This appears to be the optimal capacity for comfortable seated dining with proper table service and room for movement.

What are the booking hold periods and payment requirements?

The venue typically holds spaces for 2-3 weeks from the initial hold date. Payment of the contracted amount is required before handover to your coordinator, and for events close to the date, signed contracts and payment may be needed within specific timeframes (such as by a certain date if booking close to the event).

What are the access times for private dining events?

Site visits and room viewings are typically available between 9:30am and 11:30am, with rooms unable to be shown after midday. For actual events, access times would be arranged based on your specific requirements and the venue's availability.

What audio-visual equipment is included in the Pakistan Room?

The Pakistan Room features plasma screens and built-in AV capabilities. The room comes with a built-in screen, projector, and PA system, with handheld microphones available. This makes it suitable for events requiring presentations or speeches during dinner.

Is there a minimum spend or guest requirement for private dining?

While specific minimum spends aren't detailed in the available information, some spaces at the venue have minimum requirements (such as 100 guests for certain areas). The Pakistan Room's optimal capacity of around 70 guests suggests this is likely the practical minimum for effective use of the space.

What additional services and amenities are available for dining events?

The Pakistan Room includes air conditioning, natural daylight, spectacular views of the Oval Wicket, blackout curtains for presentations, and an in-room bar for your use. The venue also offers complimentary organiser car parking (subject to availability) and WiFi access throughout the facility.

How far in advance should we book for private dining events?

Based on the venue's communication patterns, they typically work with bookings several weeks to months in advance. For popular dates or larger events, earlier booking is recommended as the venue releases held spaces if they don't receive confirmation within their standard hold periods.

What happens if we need to cancel or modify our booking?

The venue operates with hold periods and requires signed contracts with payment to secure bookings. If you don't confirm within their hold period, the space will be automatically released. Specific cancellation policies would need to be confirmed directly with the events team as part of your contract terms.