Vanessa

For immediate release: 15^thFebruary, 2017

Say ‘I do' with a Searcys at The Gherkin wedding package

Searcys at The Gherkin, based on the top two levels of one of London's most elegant and iconic structures, has launched wedding packages that are available for weekend hire throughout January and February, 2018. The offering from Searcys, responsible for exquisite catering and event management throughout its' entire collection of properties, covers exclusive hire for weddings, civil partnerships and receptions.

The space available is located on levels 39 and 40, boasting an impressive event space which features breath-taking 360 degree views across London. Both levels are licenced to hold ceremonies for up to a total of 140 guests, sit down wedding breakfast for 140 or a standing reception for up to 260. In addition, there are two contemporary private dining areas available to hire that are ideal for smaller groups, accommodating up to 70 people for a standing reception.

The Searcys at The Gherkin special rate for a winter wedding is £154 (plus VAT) per person and includes the following;

Bookings and enquiries can be made via Searcys central sales team or directly with Searcys at The Gherkin via telephone on 0207 0715047 or email atweddingsthegherkin@searcys.co.uk.

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Notes to Editors

Standing 180m tall at 30 St Mary Axe is the towering London venue known as The Gherkin. With its striking architecture, designed by the world-renowned Lord Foster, it is one of the capitals most prestigious and iconic venues. Based on the 39th floor is our stunning restaurant with a panoramic view offers a unique dining experience. There are a range of distinctive spaces within the venue. For further information visit: http://searcysatthegherkin.co.uk

In 50 words

Since 1847, Searcys has been one of the UK's most prestigious catering companies. With a passion for quality and an ability to execute an event to the very highest standards, it has developed a world-famous reputation for catering and hospitality at its iconic, exclusive venues in London, the City and Bath.

In 100 words

Since 1847, Searcys has been one of the UK's most prestigious catering companies. With a passion for quality it has developed a world-famous reputation for catering and hospitality at its iconic, exclusive venues in London, the City and Bath

The company was founded by the Duke of Northumberland's pastry chef. In the 1970s, it opened a series of bars and small restaurants in London as its first permanent sites and today its portfolio of venues includes M by Montcalm Shoreditch, Searcys St Pancras Grand, Searcys at The Gherkin, 30 Pavilion Road and Bath Assembly Rooms.

 Searcys

 Since 1847, Searcys has been one of the UK's most prestigious hospitality companies. With a passion for quality and an ability to execute an event to the very highest standards, it has developed a world-famous reputation for food and hospitality at its iconic, exclusive venues in London, the City and Bath.

 The company was founded by the Duke of Northumberland's pastry chef with the plan to provide an outsourced catering service for large, private houses in London and the Home Counties that lacked full-time domestic staff. Over the next 120 years, Searcys were awarded a royal warrant and became the contract caterer of choice not just to royalty, but also to many of London's stately homes.

 In the 1970s, Searcys opened a series of bars and small restaurants in London as its first permanent sites, and in 1990, was appointed as catering partner to the Barbican. In 2010, Searcy's returned to being a privately owned, self-autonomous company, enabling it to focus on an absolute dedication to quality and building on its track record for innovation.

 Today Searcys portfolio of venues include M by Montcalm Shoreditch, Searcys St Pancras Grand, Searcys at The Gherkin, 30 Pavilion Road, Barbican, Blenheim Palace and Bath Assembly Rooms

 Searcys encompasses three different sectors:

• Retail: Its portfolio of restaurants, Champagne bars and private clubs

• B&I: Internal catering for companies and organisations

• Partnerships: In-house catering and operation of venues, clubs and museums

 Although food is at the heart of Searcys offering, the company does much more;

• Events Management: At every one of its London, City and Bath venues, expert events managers have outstanding experience of staging and executing a range of events, from weddings and banquets to private dining and corporate events.

• Sales & Revenue Maximisation: They have a large, proactive sales team with an enviable black book of contacts. They work tirelessly at not just filling a venue, but filling it with the right events, driving the venue's commerciality by increasing awareness and putting it firmly on the map.

• Innovation & Development: From creating one of the first in-gallery destination restaurants to opening the incredible Westfield Champagne Bar, innovation drives Searcys forward, working with partners to find new ways of solving old problems.

• Creating Partnerships: Partnering clients and customers for maximum benefit is their absolute objective. They do this by understanding needs then delivering the optimum solution. Lasting partnerships are built on the fact that they continually exceed expectations and always deliver on promises.

Vanessa Nalder

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