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What are the room hire costs and minimum spend requirements for events?

The Meston Suite costs £1,000 room hire for drinks receptions. The Whitehall Suite and Reception costs £5,000 room hire with a £5,000 minimum food and beverage spend for 100 attendees. Churchill's Bar has a £400 room hire cost for arrival drinks. The London Meeting room is available at £500.

What are the maximum capacities for different event layouts?

The Meston Suite accommodates up to 72 banqueting, 80 reception, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, or 32 U-shape. The Whitehall Suite holds 150 dinner & dance or 280 reception. The Gladstone Library seats 160 cabaret, while the River Room handles 72 banqueting, 80 reception, 70 theatre, 48 cabaret, 45 classroom, 32 U-shape, or 26 boardroom.

What are the dinner package prices and what's included?

Dinner packages start from £120-£145 per person including one glass of sparkling wine on arrival, three-course pre-ordered set menu, room hire, half bottle of house wine and mineral water per person, menus, candelabras and mirrored centrepieces, and table plan. Christmas packages are £145 per person with additional Christmas decorations, crackers and mini mince pies. Minimum numbers are typically 20-80 depending on the package.

What are the Day Delegate Rate options and inclusions?

Day Delegate Rates range from £88-£152 per person and include arrival tea/coffee, mid-morning break, working buffet lunch served in meeting room, afternoon break, room hire, flipchart with pads and pens, delegate stationery, mineral water, mints, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Continental breakfast can be added for £35-£42 per person. Minimum numbers are typically 25-50 people.

What drinks packages are available and how much do they cost?

Silver Package: £35 per person for one hour of house wine, beer and soft drinks (£55 with spirits). Gold Package: £55-£65 per person for two hours. Diamond Package: £85-£90 per person for three hours. Champagne Package: £95-£110 per person for three hours including house champagne. Individual bottles start from £43 house wine, £48 sparkling wine, £80 champagne, and £7 bottled beer.

How long can the venue hold space without confirmation and what are booking deadlines?

The venue typically holds space for short periods requiring confirmation by specific deadlines, often within 24-48 hours. Examples include holding until "Wednesday at 3pm" or requiring confirmation "by 4pm today." Space is released if confirmation is not received by the stated deadline, so prompt decision-making is essential.

What catering options are available beyond the standard packages?

Additional catering includes canapés from £29 per person, finger food from £55 per person, bowl food from £85 per person, and cheese and port from £32 per person. The venue can accommodate halal menus and provides events bar menus for soft drinks. Continental breakfast costs £35 per person, while full English buffet breakfast is £46 per person.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV services include large PA system with four speakers (£250), gooseneck microphones at £60 each, handheld microphones at £60 each, 42" comfort monitors (£265), Sony cameras with tripods (£615), laptops with Zoom/Teams (£35), and on-site AV technicians at £350 each. Delivery and collection charges are £95. All prices exclude VAT.

Are there any access restrictions or special requirements for certain spaces?

The Whitehall Suite and Reception have restricted access via stairs only. The Gladstone Library is located on the 2nd floor and interconnects with the Reading & Writing Room for additional flexible space. Site visits can be arranged and are recommended, with availability typically from 10am to 4:30pm on weekdays.

What filming and photography rates apply for commercial use?

The River Room is available for filming at £1,000 for full day hire (reduced from higher rates), with no half-day options available. Evening filming from 6:30pm-11pm can be arranged for £700. The venue accommodates documentary filming, interviews, and commercial photography with flexible timing within the hired period.