
Year End Functions - Pretoria Venue Selection Tips
Year end functions, based in Pretoria, has almost become tradition with businesses big and small. If your company plans a function for this year, you will have to start browsing for appropriate locations early. It is not uncommon to see fully booked venues from November to December and rather than having to settle for a venue because every other place has been booked, plan ahead and make the reservation as early as possible.
Some of the considerations which should be kept in mind when looking for venues suitable for year end functions in Pretoria are briefly shared. Follow the guidelines to get the right venue for your particular function.
Budget Requirements
No doubt, it would be just fabulous to have an unlimited budget, but unfortunately one has to keep within the boundaries set. With that in mind, first get an estimation of the number of people that will be invited and may attend. At the early stages of planning, it is difficult to get an exact figure and as such a general estimation will suffice. Once you know how many persons, you can calculate the amount available per head. Also consider that although the establishments offering venues for year end functions in Pretoria ask for the venue and also per head where appropriate. Any additional equipment rental, travelling costs and accommodation needed must also be estimated and budgeted for.
Location
You will often hear real estate agents rambling on about location and for good reason. The ideal venue for year end functions, not only in Pretoria, but anywhere will be easy accessible from main roads and will be centrally located. You will want a venue that is located in a relatively safe area, especially considering the dangers of travelling to and from a function at night. In this instance, onsite accommodation will be a plus. Safe parking and access control to the function area are important.
Available Space
The sizes of year end functions range considerably. If you have a large company you may need a venue that can seat up to 200 persons while the smaller company may require a space for 50 guests and the small business one for 12 persons. You will thus want a venue that can accommodate the number of guests you have in mind. It should be appropriate for the number of guests and as such it is recommended that you browse for a venue in Pretoria that offers several dining, dance and function options and venues.
Day or Night
Consider whether you want an evening function, breakfast, cocktail event or lunch for the attendees. Browse through the venues available for year end functions in Pretoria that offer event space, menus, and catering for the type of function and at a time of day that you have in mind.
Ambience and Setting
If you have a restaurant setting in mind, it would hardly make sense to book a banquet hall unless you have 50 or more guests. As such consider the setting. You may for instance, prefer a warm and welcoming setting in a smaller venue catering to discerning guests or want a venue that offers a dance floor as well.
Ideal Venue for Year End Functions in Pretoria
Lombardy Boutique Hotel & Conference Venue is located in the East of Pretoria just off Lynnwood Road and offers complete access control. With an Italian country feeling, rolling meadows, fountains and stunning interior, it also caters to various group sizes. Whether ten guests will attend or 150 Lombardy has a venue setting to cater for any of the groups. All visual and audio equipment is available in addition to dance floors. Several restaurant and dining room settings as well as a range of menus to cater for breakfast, cocktail, lunch or dinners make it the ideal venue for upmarket year end functions. Onsite accommodation is available and coordinators to help you plan the event.
Contact us at Lombardy for assistance and to book a venue for your year end function in Pretoria.
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