Hire Space
The Common Room

113 Chancery Lane

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  • From £2750
  • 180 Wedding
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
  • From £2750
  • 180 Wedding
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
The only venue in central London combining a Grade II* listed Georgian setting with Conrad Dressler's celebrated Persian enamel frieze and wedding license in one spectacular room.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Beautiful alcoves for photography
  • Air conditioning
  • Movable stage
  • In-house catering by Graysons
  • Flexible space configuration
  • Grade II* listed Georgian architecture
  • Wedding license for civil ceremonies
  • Built-in PA system and fixed speakers
  • High vaulted ceiling with natural light
  • Gilded wooden gallery and leather-bound books

Graceful pillars of green marble draw the eye to Conrad Dressler's celebrated Persian enamel frieze depicting human and divine justice, while mahogany panelling, 17th Century stained glass windows, and a peacock-tiled fireplace make this grand room wholly impressive for a civil ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception.

The Common Room has beautiful alcoves which make a stunning backdrop for photographers, but can also be used as spaces for cocktail bars, entertainment, photo booths.

Frequently asked questions

Weekend venue hire is £4,000 + VAT with a minimum catering spend of £6,000 + VAT required. The room has a wedding license and can accommodate up to 180 guests seated on round tables with stage setup, or up to 160 guests for dinner and dance events.

The Common Room can accommodate up to 96 guests cabaret style with catering served in the room, up to 144 guests with catering served in a different room, up to 150 theatre style with catering in the room, or up to 244 theatre style with catering in an adjacent space. For weddings specifically, it seats up to 180 guests on round tables or 160 for dinner and dance.

Three time slot options are available: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (£3,600 + VAT, £3,000 minimum spend), 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (£2,300 + VAT, £1,500 minimum spend), and 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (£2,750 + VAT, £5,000 minimum spend). Weekend events have different minimum spend requirements starting from £10,000 + VAT.

A ceremony package is available for minimum 300 guests at £52.50 + VAT per person, including exclusive hire of Common & Reading Room 12:00-17:00, theatre style setup, prosecco on arrival, 4 bowl food options per person, AV and staging, complimentary wifi, pay bar, dedicated team, and digital signage. An alternative finger food buffet option is £47.50 + VAT per person.

Standard AV package includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern and lectern mic, handheld mic, and PA system for £400 + VAT. The room features a movable stage, built-in sound system, and fixed speakers as part of its permanent setup.

Graysons provides in-house catering with options including two-course dinner at £57 + VAT per person, three-course formal dining menus, and various reception packages. Wedding dinner packages start from £140.50 + VAT per person including 3-course meal, wine, sparkling reception, DJ, dance floor, and dedicated team.

Wedding packages can include DJ and dance floor, uplighters for ambience, table centres and crackers for Christmas events, cloakroom facilities, security, digital signage, personalised welcome signs, and dedicated event team. The room features beautiful alcoves perfect for photographers, cocktail bars, entertainment, or photo booths.

Weekend bookings have higher minimum spend requirements starting from £10,000 + VAT as the building is usually closed. Some dates may not be available due to existing bookings, and flexibility with dates may be required. The venue can accommodate both traditional and contemporary wedding styles in their Grade II* listed Georgian building.

More about 113 Chancery Lane

Behind the doors of this magnificent Grade II listed building lies a majestic sweeping entrance and an undiscovered wealth of stunning, elegant event spaces. Since 1832 the Law Society has been at the centre of the legal world and today you and your guests can enjoy a truly incredible event at this prestigious venue. Superbly located between the West End and the city, the Law Society is an excellent choice for you.

We have 9 beautiful and versatile areas available for private hire and suitable for weddings, dinners, celebrations, meetings, conferences and parties up to 300 guests.

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