Business

Dining

Events

What is the minimum number of guests required for all bookings?

All meeting spaces and banqueting bookings require a minimum of 30 people for meetings and 50 people for banqueting events. Groups smaller than these minimums cannot be accommodated at the venue.

What are the Day Delegate Rate packages and pricing?

Day Delegate Rate packages start from £53 per person and include main suite hire, arrival tea/coffee with pastries and fruit, mid-morning refreshments, finger buffet lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, water jugs, projector and screen, flipchart and pens, complimentary Wi-Fi, free car parking, and dedicated event manager. Premier DDR packages are available at £64 + VAT with enhanced catering options.

Can I bring my own external caterer to the venue?

The venue does not operate on a pure dry hire basis and external catering is not normally allowed on site. You must use one of their contracted preferred caterers who will quote for both room hire and catering as part of their package, and you need to organize show rounds directly with your chosen caterer.

What are the capacity limits for different event spaces?

The Diomed suite can accommodate up to 500 people in theatre style or 224 people in cabaret style. The venue cannot accommodate events requiring 700 guests with 500 seated, as their kitchen facilities and largest halls are not equipped to service these numbers in seated capacity.

What room hire fees apply in addition to catering packages?

Room hire fees vary by space: Mezzanine area costs £1,000 ex VAT, venue hire for catering spaces costs £2,000 ex VAT, breakout spaces cost £2,000 ex VAT, and individual breakout rooms range from £300-£1,800 depending on size and capacity.

What AV equipment is included and what are additional costs?

Basic AV includes projector, screen, flipchart and pens, plus complimentary built-in PA system. Additional equipment costs: lectern and microphone £90, standalone microphone £70, medium stage £350, and DJ with dance floor £400 ex VAT.

What are the all-inclusive dining package options and pricing?

All-inclusive packages start at £67 per person including VAT for dinner events (exclusive party suite, non-alcoholic arrival drink, three-course menu, staffing and security, complimentary parking) or £76 per person for premium packages. Half bottle of wine per person can be added for £18.75 per person.

Are there specific restrictions on event types or external suppliers?

The venue requires use of contracted preferred caterers rather than external catering companies. For events requiring specific setups like cultural programs with business stalls, the venue may not be suitable depending on space and operational requirements, and alternative venues may be recommended.