Top Ten Tips – things you may not have thought of...
Find out if the venue has a liquor licence before booking for your event. You may need to contact your local council to obtain a temporary permit to serve alcohol. (click here for permit information – T.E.N)
Find out if the venue you choose has kitchen facilities otherwise you will need to consider the cost of the caterer hiring equipment eg. ovens, tables for food prep, refrigerator. You may also need to obtain planning permission to set up a temporary kitchen…
Ask if your chosen venue allows you to use outside caterers, if not you will have to make a decision about what exactly you want and maybe find a new venue.
Check for any venue restrictions such as late night noise …the last thing you want is to be shut down early.
When budgeting for your party try to think of all the costs, when you say “£10 per head” realistically “Can that cover food, drinks, glassware, oven, tables, linen, waiting staff, transport for guests?” Before you enquire, gather as much information as you possibly can about your requirements so that we can work together effectively
