Tab Bar / Voucher Bar
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Tab Bar
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Voucher Bar
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How does a Tab Bar work?
You pre arrange a limit with BOOK A BAR and pay this amount before the bar opens, once the tab is near the limit we will let you know and you can choose to add more to it or revert to a cash bar. If the tab does not reach the pre agreed limit by the end of the service you will receive a refund of the unspent amount.
How will I know if I've been charged correctly?
BOOK A BAR use a highly advanced EPOS till system that logs every single transaction in detail. You will receive a full detailed receipt at the end of your event that will show exactly what drinks your guests have had and even in what order.
Is there anything I can do to prevent the tab from going crazy?
We often see people getting a little over-excited on their host's tab. We don't like seeing this either! There are a few things we always recommend doing to prevent this from happening, we generally advise implementing some limitations such as no shots on the tab and single measures only. We have a few more suggestions and we are able to discuss these with you in the lead up to your event.
How does a Voucher Bar work?
You pre purchase as many or as few vouchers as you like. We then send these to you in advance so that you can distribute them between your guests however you see fit. They then exchange their vouchers at the bar for any of the selected drinks available and once they have used up all their vouchers we simply revert to a cash bar.
What drinks can guests get with the vouchers?
The vouchers can be exchanged for a wide range of drinks listed on the voucher at any of our bars. If your guests wish, they can pay the small difference to upgrade their drinks to our super or hyper-premium ranges.
What about the difference between the voucher value and drinks value?
We charge just £4.50 for the drinks vouchers, this is the average price for a drink on our bars. Some people will get a pint of coke (£3.50) while others will get a bottle of cider (£4.50-£4.95) or a pint of draft (£6.50): altogether by the end of the event it averages out - we won't charge you any extra for it. We normally find clients opting for this save around an average of 30%+ versus a tab bar.
What happens if we run out of vouchers during the event?
If your guests use up all their vouchers the bar will revert to a cash bar for them.
Subsidised Bar
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Worried about drinks prices?
Upgrade to a Subsidised Bar Service
Treat your guests and make your event even more memorable! Our subsidised bar option brings drink prices back to 2023 levels, saving your guests around £1 per alcoholic drink and 50p per soft drink. For as little as just £4.50 per person you can create a more enjoyable experience without breaking the bank. It’s a simple upgrade that adds real value, encourages guests to relax, and helps keep the good times flowing!
*Example given based on 100 guests for a 4-hour wedding.