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What is the minimum spend required to open 116 Pall Mall for weekend events?

Weekend events require an overall minimum spend of £15,000 to open the venue, as 116 Pall Mall only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

What are the standard operating hours and what are the additional charges for extended access?

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour. Events can be extended until 1:00am with these hourly charges applying.

What payment terms and deposit requirements apply for bookings?

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The venue requires contract signature and full payment of hire fees and catering packages prior to the event date. Payment can be made by phone, bank transfer, or payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link).

What are the additional charges for AMEX payments?

AMEX payments are accepted via PDQ machine over the phone but incur an additional 5% charge of the total invoice value per payment. AMEX is not accepted through the online payment link system.

How far in advance must contracts be signed and what happens to provisional holds?

Contracts must be signed promptly to secure dates, with some requiring signature within specific timeframes (such as by Friday if quoted earlier in the week). Provisional holds can be challenged by other clients within 48 hours, requiring quick decision-making to secure your preferred date.

What are the catering requirements and restrictions for events?

All catering must be provided by Searcys, the venue's award-winning in-house caterers who emphasize sustainability and seasonal ingredients. External catering is strictly forbidden. Set menus are required with one dish choice per course for the entire party, and dietary requirements are catered for separately.

What capacity and layout options are available in the Nash Room?

The Nash Room can accommodate 184 guests in cabaret style, 350 standing for receptions, or various other configurations. The room spans 3,000 sq ft with 20ft ceilings and can be arranged with sets and stages for presentations or performances.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV services are available as add-ons with separate quotes provided based on specific requirements. Services can include screens, projectors, microphones (lapel and handheld), and staging setups. Technical specifications and pricing are provided in detailed AV quotes upon request.

What additional spaces can be hired alongside the main room?

The Nash Room links to the Waterloo Room (140 standing capacity) which is often hired together for separate reception space or networking. The venue also offers St James 1 (60 standing) and St James 2 (50 standing/40 banquet/32 cabaret/50 theatre) as breakout spaces.

What security and staffing services are included or required?

Security and cloakroom services are typically included in event packages. The venue provides professional staffing for events, and specific security requirements are built into package pricing rather than charged separately.