{"id":14479,"date":"2026-07-16T16:39:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T15:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.LancasterRailwayclub.co.uk\/?page_id=14479"},"modified":"2026-07-16T17:45:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T16:45:21","slug":"the-green-ayre-suite","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.LancasterRailwayclub.co.uk\/?page_id=14479","title":{"rendered":"The Green Ayre Suite"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n We are extremely proud to date of the Green Ayre suite facilities we have developed for our members over recent years, so much so that on occasions we hire out the venue to Non Members (The Suite must be applied for by a fully paid up member as a Guarantor for your event)<\/p>\n

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The Green Ayre Suite here at Lancaster Railway sports and social club (LRSSC) is the ideal venue to host you\u2019re celebration of the circle of life special event from Baby showers, Christenings, Children\u2019s Party\u2019s, birthdays, family fun days, engagements, weddings, Birthdays of the decade, wedding anniversaries, retirement parties, Funeral Teas to bereavement gatherings to name just a few or even a business meeting \/ Training event should you wish.<\/p>\n

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It is our aim to provide whatever you need to make the function you are planning a success. We strive to provide value for money and be the best in the area at what we do.<\/p>\n

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With the Suite accommodating up to 120 for a casual party and up to a 100 for a more formal event made up of 72 chairs & 28 fitted bench seating it can be configured to how you wish. The Suite has its own dedicated street access also incorporating Disability access, Fully Licensed Bar, Dance Floor, Stage, Gents, Ladies and Disabled Toilet with baby changing facilities, Access to the Beer Garden and parking for up to 10 Cars at the front and If required permission could be sourced in advance for parking for another 20 plus cars at the side of the building. Sorry we don\u2019t have space for the helipad as yet nor have we been able to gain permission for a mooring on the river for the private Yacht.<\/p>\n

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Venue Availability<\/h1>\n

The Suite is available for hire at any time day or evening if you are quick enough (demand is high), 364 days of the year (Sorry the Green Ayre suite is closed Christmas day). Our Normal opening times are as stated on our home page.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Table, Seating & Decorations<\/h1>\n

The Hire cost includes chairs and tables of 4, 6, or 8s set out to your specifications. Should you require other presentable decorations to fit the mood of your event we can help with Table covers, Chair covers and full room and table decorations at an additional charge or you may wish to decorate the room yourself or use an outside event company the choice is yours. Sorry but for everyone\u2019s safety we do not allow candles, Fireworks, Chinese lanterns or any other naked flame decorations.<\/p>\n

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Catering<\/h1>\n

Lancaster Railway sports and social club regrettably does not have full in house catering facilities in which to provide, hold, prepare and serve safe function food to an acceptable quality for large numbers. Therefore should you wish to offer food to your guests you will need to source an external caterer that has a very good knowledge of food safety and is preferably registered and Licensed with Lancaster City Council. External caterers are recommended also to provide evidence of their Liability insurance prior to the event. (All caterers on the day are fully responsible for the food they serve \/ served, the Railway club takes no responsibility or liability for food served)<\/p>\n

The Railway club also does not have the chilled \/ cold holding facilities that meet the currant food safety regulations to store food prior to or after the event so your caterer must fully act upon this information and take steps for your guests safety.<\/p>\n

We can help with the sourcing of catering contacts that meet the above criteria and are able to meet your budget should you find this service of help.<\/p>\n

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Bar Facilities<\/h1>\n

Due to our Licensing conditions all drinks must be provided via the LRSSC Bar without exception.<\/p>\n

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Prices are very similar to a reasonably priced public House and whilst we have a full selection of draught and bottled beers, Lagers, wines, spirits and soft drinks we can also caterer for any special need that you may have. We also provide the bar staff and include this within the Hire charge.<\/p>\n

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The Bar is licensed until 11.45pm Last orders but on some occasions we are able to apply for an extension to these times should you require at an extra cost.<\/p>\n

(The Railway club fully reserves the right to evict immediately from the premises anyone found or observed bringing into the venue none purchased drinks from the clubs bar)<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\n Draught Beers, Regrettably we do not currently stock or serve Cask Real Ales.<\/p>\n

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  • \uf0fc\tRobinson\u2019s XB<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tTetley Bitter<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tBoddington<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tTetley Mild<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tGuinness<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tExtra cold Guinness<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tCarlsberg<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tCarlsberg Export<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tHolstein Vier<\/li>\n
  • \uf0fc\tOLDe English Cider<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n
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    Bottled<\/p>\n

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    • \uf0fc\tNewcastle Brown – Stella Artois Cidre<\/li>\n
    • \uf0fc\tBecks – Becks Blue<\/li>\n
    • \uf0fc\tHolsten\u2019s – J20<\/li>\n
    • \uf0fc\tBudweiser – Appletiser<\/li>\n
    • \uf0fc\tBulmer Ciders – Magners<\/li>\n
    • \uf0fc\tWKD\/Ice – Smirnoff Ice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Wines<\/p>\n

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      • \uf0fc\tWhite by the Glass or the bottle<\/li>\n
      • \uf0fc\tRed by the Glass or the bottle<\/li>\n
      • \uf0fc\tRose by the Glass or the bottle<\/li>\n
      • \uf0fc\tProsecco by the Glass or the bottle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Also a very good range of spirits and soft drinks.<\/p>\n

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        Entertainment<\/h1>\n

        We do find our self\u2019s in a fortunate position both for the members and our clients of having the benefit of a residential DJ that offers vast experience of many variations of entertainment and events at a very competitive rate. He is well proficient as a Toast Master and Children\u2019s parties and games as well should you require. Follows a short list of what Packages are available or he can also meet your personal request.<\/p>\n

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        Toastmaster & PA system package<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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        • \uf0fc\tProvided Sound System for background music<\/li>\n
        • \uf0fc\tTwo Radio Microphones for speeches<\/li>\n
        • \uf0fc\tToastmaster for Introduction into wedding breakfast, Speeches etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          DJ package<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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          • \uf0fc\tDj 1-4pm or 7.00pm to close<\/li>\n
          • \uf0fc\tMeeting with client to discuss music choices<\/li>\n
          • \uf0fc\tGood Quality Sound & Light System<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            DJ & Toastmaster package<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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            • \uf0fc\tMeeting with the clients to discuss running of big day & music choices<\/li>\n
            • \uf0fc\tOn site all day to help the team<\/li>\n
            • \uf0fc\tIntroduction into wedding breakfast , speeches and background music provided<\/li>\n
            • \uf0fc\tChildren\u2019s short Disco & Games party while tables are being cleared after wedding breakfast<\/li>\n
            • \uf0fc\tDJ 7.00pm to Close<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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              Children\u2019s party package<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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              • \uf0fc\tMeeting with the client to discuss music for age group<\/li>\n
              • \uf0fc\tDJ 1-4 pm<\/li>\n
              • \uf0fc\tChildren\u2019s games suitable for age group attending<\/li>\n
              • \uf0fc\tSupply of small winning treats for game winners or you may wish to go for the present upgrade per game<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                We are just as happy for you to book your own entertainment should you wish be it a live band or DJ, However arrangements for access and set up must be agreed in advance. Any supplier must provide copies to the club secretary of Full Public Liability Insurance and any electrical equipment brought into the club must comply with portable appliance testing (PAT) regulations.<\/p>\n

                We are however also able to provide contacts to hire such things as DJ\u2019s, Band\u2019s, Karaoke, Bouncy Castles etc. that meet the above criteria should this also be of help.<\/p>\n

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                Dance Floor & Stage<\/h1>\n

                A solid wooden dance floor measuring a generous 8.5 x 6.8 Meters comes included in the Hire cost along with access to the Stage measuring approximately 4.7 x 1.8 Meters.<\/p>\n

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                AV Equipment<\/h1>\n

                The Green Ayre suite also has a Ceiling mounted projector including a drop down screen, Disco lighting, Voice PA and CD player for Back ground music should you wish to hire as an addition.<\/p>\n

                WiFi<\/h1>\n

                Free WiFi is available.<\/p>\n

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                Cleaning Up and Departure<\/h1>\n

                Afternoon events, last orders at the Bar is 4.30 pm with departure at 5pm prompt, please note no access to the Castle Bar (Members Bar) by non-members is allowed.<\/p>\n

                Evening event Bar last orders are 11.45pm with departure at 12.15pm prompt; please note again no access to the Castle Bar (Members Bar) by non-members is allowed.<\/p>\n

                Post event final cleaning (By Pauline our star with a duster & Hover) is included within the Hire fee e.g. clearing glasses from tables, washing tables, sweeping and Mopping Floors and disposal of filled rubbish bags.<\/p>\n

                Please note that what is NOT included is general clearing of rubbish, food displays, Decorations and personal effects. Any other Damage to the facilities will be fully charged to the Event Organiser \/ Member Guarantor for full repairs.<\/p>\n

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                Access to members Bar during and after your event departure time<\/p>\n

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                As we do not wish to offend<\/p>\n

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                Non-members are not allowed in to the Castle Bar (members bar) unless signed in and paid on the day by a fully paid up member. Please inform your non-member guests of this especially coming to the end of an afternoon event e.g. Christening, Children\u2019s parties etc.<\/p>\n

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                Summary of what\u2019s not & included in the basic Green Ayre Suite hire price<\/h1>\n

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                Included<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                • Free Limited Parking<\/li>\n
                • Private entrance<\/li>\n
                • Pre cleaned room prior to the event<\/li>\n
                • Clean & pre stocked toilets<\/li>\n
                • Electricity.<\/li>\n
                • Free Wi-Fi<\/li>\n
                • Clean Tables & Chairs inc basic layout as per request<\/li>\n
                • Use of the Clean Dance floor<\/li>\n
                • Staffed, Fully stocked and clean Bar<\/li>\n
                • After event limited Cleaning service<\/li>\n
                • Access to the Beer Garden (Weather permitting)<\/li>\n
                • Committee member or steward available during event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Not Included<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                  • Event Liability Insurance<\/li>\n
                  • Table & Room Decorations<\/li>\n
                  • Food, Food service equipment, Food disposal or Food service personnel<\/li>\n
                  • Full in depth room clean<\/li>\n
                  • Food Storage<\/li>\n
                  • Entertainment<\/li>\n
                  • Child supervision<\/li>\n
                  • Access to members Bar & facilities by non-members<\/li>\n
                  • Door staff<\/li>\n
                  • Liability for parking<\/li>\n
                  • Liability for Guests personnel belongings<\/li>\n
                  • Room Hire Fee\u2019s<\/li>\n
                  • 1st January 2018 \u2013 31st December 2019 Price list<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                    A Non-refundable deposit is required when the committee agrees to the event and once paid within two weeks (2) this will confirm the booking. Should this payment be late in coming we reserve the right to cancel the booking promptly.<\/p>\n

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                    Full non-refundable payment is required six (6) weeks prior to the event. Should this payment not be forth coming we reserve the right to cancel immediately.<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tDay Hire (9am-5pm)…………………………………………………………………………………\u00a3100.00 (Deposit \u00a340.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tFull Day Hire (1pm-12 Midnight)……………………………………………………. ………\u00a3140.00 (Deposit \u00a350.00)<\/p>\n

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                    (All Day weddings including late afternoon (arrival\u2019s i.e. 4\/5pm) weddings that require pre-set up time on a Saturday \/ Sunday when the club is unable to sell the room in the afternoon from 1-5pm will be classified as Full day hire. (Prices for Monday \u2013 Friday Room Hire for Weddings are negotiable)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tAfternoon Hire (1pm-5pm)……………………………………………………………………….\u00a360.00 (Deposit \u00a320.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tEvening Hire (7pm-Close) ………………………………………………………………………..\u00a360.00 (Deposit \u00a320.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tMember Business Day Hire (9am-5pm)…………………………………………………\u00a328.00 pp (Deposit \u00a310.00pp)<\/p>\n

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                    (Business Day Hire, Per Person Including Bacon or Sausage Butties on Arrival, Morning Coffee & Biscuits, Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch & Afternoon tea & cake)<\/p>\n

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                    (Link to Room Hire application form)<\/p>\n

                    Entertainment Hire<\/h1>\n

                    1st January 2018 \u2013 31st December 2019 Price list<\/p>\n

                    A Non-refundable Deposit payable direct to our resident DJ is also required six (6) weeks prior to the event to confirm the booking. Should this be late in coming he reserves the right to cancel the booking. Full payment is required on the day of the event prior to the START, should this not be forth coming he reserves the right to cancel immediately.<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tToastmaster & PA system ……………………………………………………………………………..\u00a3 50.00 (Deposit \u00a315.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tDJ for Afternoon event………………………………………………………………………………….\u00a3 60.00 (Deposit \u00a320.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tDJ for Evening event…………………………………………………………………………………….\u00a3100.00 (Deposit \u00a340.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tDJ & Toastmaster…………………………………………………………………………………………\u00a3180.00 (Deposit \u00a360.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tChildren\u2019s Disco & Games…………………………………………………………………………….\u00a3 60.00 (Deposit \u00a320.00)<\/p>\n

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                    \uf0d8\tChildren\u2019s Disco & Games Inc. presents………………………………………………………..\u00a3 80.00 (Deposit \u00a330.00)<\/p>\n

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                    Please use the enquiry facility on the \u2018contact us\u2019 page were you can download The Green Ayre Suite hire agreement<\/p>\n

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                    Current rules require organisers of 18th\/19th\/20th\/ 21st birthday parties to seek permission in writing of the general committee before the booking will be accepted. Hire by non-members will require a current FULLY PAID member to guarantee the function who will then be fully responsible for the event.<\/p>\n

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                    Room Hire Form<\/h1>\n

                    Please contact us if you have any queries at all about hire or to confirm availability and prices. When you are ready to go ahead, please complete the following form and send to our wedding \/ Function coordinator at the club<\/p>\n

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                    (Link to Room Hire application form)<\/p>\n

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