Drinks Packages
Is there table service for drinks?
There is no table service for drinks during the event. A limited amount of red and white wine is normally placed on tables during dinner to get guests started. Beer and soft drinks are typically served chilled from the event bar. If you would like ...
Drinks & bar information
All of our shared Christmas parties and private dining rooms at shared events include drinks as part of the package. Guests can choose between the All-Inclusive Standard and All-Inclusive Plus packages. Both packages include the same event, ...
What are house spirits?
House spirits are the venue's standard spirit options. We do not source separate spirits specifically for our events. The spirits available through the All-Inclusive Plus package are supplied directly by the venue as part of its normal drinks range. ...
What is house wine?
House wine is the venue's standard wine offering. We do not source separate wines specifically for our events. The wine served is supplied directly by the venue as part of its normal wine range. Our events are held at 4 and 5-star hotels, and the ...
Are cocktails included?
No, cocktails are not included within either the All-Inclusive Standard or All-Inclusive Plus package. Drinks tokens can be exchanged for house spirits and mixers or prosecco only. They cannot be used to purchase cocktails. Some venues may offer ...
How much do additional drinks cost?
Any drinks purchased outside of your package are supplied and priced by the venue. West End Events does not set bar prices, so costs will vary between hotels and may change over time. Additional drinks are subject to the venue's current pricing at ...
Can I use my drinks package at the main hotel bar?
No, drinks packages and drinks tokens are valid at the event bar only and cannot be used at the main hotel bar. Some venues operate a separate hotel bar in addition to the event bar. Drinks purchased from the main hotel bar are not included within ...
Is alcohol-free beer included?
Many venues now stock alcohol-free beer. Where alcohol-free beer is available from the event bar, it is usually included within the drinks package. However, availability varies between venues and cannot be guaranteed. The drinks served at our events ...
Is cider included in the package?
The package includes beer. If the venue stocks cider at the event bar, it is usually included within the drinks package. However, availability varies between venues and cannot be guaranteed. The drinks served at our events are supplied by the venue, ...
Is rosé wine included in the drinks package?
The package includes house wine. House wine served on tables during dinner will normally be red and white wine. If the venue stocks rosé wine at the event bar, it is usually included within the drinks package. However, availability varies between ...
How do drinks tokens work?
Guests booked on the All-Inclusive Plus package receive six drinks tokens per guest, unless the event page or your booking paperwork states otherwise. The drinks tokens will be provided to the booking organiser in the welcome pack on arrival. The ...
What drinks are included?
This article applies to shared Christmas parties and private dining rooms at shared events. If you have booked an exclusive event, please refer to the information provided by your event manager, as drinks arrangements may vary. All of our shared ...
Can we pre-order drinks for our table?
No, we are unable to arrange pre-ordered drinks for shared Christmas parties. If guests would like drinks that are not included in their package, these can usually be purchased directly from the venue during the event.
Can we set up a bar tab for extra drinks?
No, we are unable to arrange drinks tabs for shared Christmas parties. Any drinks purchased outside of your package must be paid for directly at the venue when ordered.
Can I buy drinks that aren't included in my package?
Yes, guests can purchase additional drinks at the venue during the event. For example, guests on the All-Inclusive Standard package can still purchase spirits and mixers. You do not need to upgrade to All-Inclusive Plus in order to buy spirits. The ...
Some of our guests don't drink - can we mix packages or get a discount?
No, all guests within your group must be booked on the same package. Our packages are designed for groups, and we know that not everybody drinks the same amount. Some guests may not drink alcohol at all, while others may make full use of the drinks ...