Frequently Asked Questions
What is the venue's capacity?
Our venue in Walsall can accommodate 110 seated on the ground floor and 132 seated on the first floor. We’re therefore ideal for small to medium-sized celebrations.
Memoirs Banqueting is particularly popular for weddings, including Asian weddings. However, our venue is used for all types of events, from hen-dos and birthday parties to engagement celebrations.
How many guests can the venue accommodate for a seated dinner and for a cocktail-style reception?
We can have 132 guests seated or 300 guests standing. Our venue is therefore excellent for weddings with various numbers of guests. We’re also ideal for corporate events, including conferences and meetings.
How far in advance should we book the venue for weddings or special events?
We recommend that you book at least six months in advance. This will ensure that you avoid any disappointment, and it will make it easier to plan your event. It’s particularly important to book in advance for the busy seasons, such as Christmas and the summer months, which is peak wedding season!
What is included in the venue rental fee?
A £700 rental fee will include:
Use of our venue in Walsall
Sound system
Lighting effects
Security
Does the rental fee include tables, chairs, linens and décor?
No, these aren’t included in our rental fees.
Do you have a list of recommended vendors (caterers, florists, DJs, photographers), or can we bring in our own?
No, we don’t have any affiliation to particular vendors. However our stunning decor and delicious food is available in-house.
Is there an on-site coordinator?
For an additional cost we are happy to do this. Memoirs Banqueting is always happy to assist with planning and logistics on the actual day for a fee.
What is your policy on outside catering and alcohol?
We charge corkage for outside alcohol. Our Indian food is in-house only. You can find out more about our catering here.
Can we bring in outside catering or alcohol, or do we have to use your in-house services?
Memoirs Banqueting only offers food in-house. You can rely on us to provide you with delicious meals for all your guests.
What parking options are available?
We have 25 parking spaces available at our venue in Walsall. Additional parking is available at a cost of £1.20 every 2 hours. We don’t have any valet or shuttle services, so it’s best to drive to reach us, or take public transport or a taxi.
Are there noise restrictions or curfew hours?
No. In terms of when events need to end, and whether there’s any noise ordinances to be considered, we finish at 2am.
Do you have any restrictions on décor?
We do this in house. When it comes to decorations, anything with flames and hanging items are restricted.
Is the venue accessible for guests with disabilities?
Yes, our venue is accessible on the ground floor. We also have disabled toilet facilities on this floor.
Can we have both the ceremony and reception on-site?
Unfortunately this isn’t possible at present.
Is there a separate area for ceremonies, and how is the transition from ceremony to reception handled?
We can accommodate both easily since we have two floors.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Memoirs Banqueting has a fourteen days cooling off period
What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule the event?
This will mean the deposit is lost. It’s therefore important to decide on a date that suits everyone involved.
What are the payment terms and deposits required?
We have a 14 day cooling off period and full payment must be made 12 weeks before the date of your event.
What deposit is required to secure the booking, and what are the payment schedule and options?
The deposit for securing a booking is £600.
Do you offer packages for weddings or events?
We will be introducing these next year, so keep an eye out!
Are there any all-inclusive packages that include catering, entertainment, or décor?
Not at present. However, we are considering adding these in the future.