Gary for me personally I would prefer to buy a drink in the bar and relax in the lobby, it has a much better atmosphere than the chestnut room. At the end of the day I think it's more about socializing with the group than getting drunk. Just my opinion. I did miss the atmosphere and relaxing in the lounge area, it also seemed to split up the group as we didn't all seem to be in the same place at the same time.
And I am sure there are folks that don't even drink ( a few perhaps).

We will just have to set a group rule that no booze is to be sold by anyone and that should keep the management happy.

But I will go with the majority.
Andy