The last month has put paid to a lot of the heartache of the previous year for venues and at The Greenwich Yacht Club we are so pleased that both our regular clients and new clients have been in touch to ask about our availability and new packages . That light at the end of the tunnel does seem to be brighter than at any other time during this pandemic and It means that those venues that have been able to navigate a way through this are probably in for a busy few months .
During a break like this it is not just pivoting that venues have had to think about but it has also been a chance to assess , re-group and come back with a product that is dedicated to the clients that it attracts . Here at Greenwich Yacht Club we have done just that by refurbishing our outside space so that clients can get more out of the venue and be able to create events that are both interesting and fun .
We have also launched our in house catering , a project that had been in the planning for a couple of years . The break gave us the time to hone the quality of what we provide so that we can bring a food offering that is both flexible and offers fantastic value .
I think the most interesting development , over the recent months , for venues is the change in work patterns for many businesses . With more and more businesses looking at reducing their office space and increasing the work from home options for their staff , there is likely to be an increased demand for good meeting space .
Video conferencing , is a great option and the growth of the virtual and hybrid conferencing emphasises this . From the clients I have spoken to , it has become clear that , meeting in person with a group , remains the most effective way to develop strategies and bring teams together to focus towards a common goal .
Greenwich Yacht Club provides a space that is ideally suited to these types of meetings . There are 2 venues both with floor to ceiling windows providing an abundance of daylight . It is situated a short walk from North Greenwich station so is easily accessible for any workers coming in to London Bridge or Waterloo as well as those who are in the offices in the square mile and canary wharf . Wifi is free and secure , catering is taken care of from breakfast buffets to post work BBQs and the views are spectacular , giving delegates space to think outside of the norm and energise their ideas . Our team here are really looking forward to welcoming back clients over the next few months and for what will undoubtedly be a busy Christmas period .
If you think your team could benefit from a meeting to refresh their thinking and focus or if you would like to celebrate the “ return to normality ” with a super summer party then please do get in touch with our events manager Will .
Conatct Will on 02079522410 or venuehire @ greenwichyachtclub . co . uk