Prince Consort Rooms at The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company)
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Up to 400seated
Old Street / Moorgatenearest station
Drinks Partybest for
Old Streetarea
About this space
Prince Consort Rooms with vaulted ceilings and skylights
Private courtyard entrance for exclusive access
Air conditioning and ground floor accessibility
In-house PA system and 63 amp 3 phase power
Pop-up summer terrace available
Manned cloakroom facilities
Historic Central London event space with vaulted character, natural daylight, private courtyard and terrace. Ideal for prestigious awards lunches, dinners and receptions.
Features
Wifi
Vaulted character
Natural daylight
Private courtyard
Terrace
Professional AV
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Recommended Caterering List Available
Space
Disabled Access
Outdoor Space
669m² (7,201ft²)
Licenses
Licensed Until 12am
Wedding License
Capacities
350 Dining
400 Theatre
350 Banquet
Guide prices
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Great for a...
Private courtyard entrance access Corporate Event
- • Private courtyard entrance ensures exclusive guest arrival
- • Air conditioning maintains comfortable environment throughout
- • 63 amp 3 phase power supports comprehensive AV setups
Five-acre Artillery Garden setting Wedding
- • Vaulted ceilings create dramatic ceremony backdrop
- • Pop-up summer terrace extends reception space outdoors
- • Manned cloakroom provides secure guest storage
Skylight natural illumination Christmas Party
- • Skylights flood space with natural daylight
- • Hardwood flooring creates elegant dancing surface
- • Ground floor access ensures easy guest movement
Location
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The HAC (Honourable Artillery Company) Armoury House, City RoadOld Street EC1Y 2BQLondon
Old Street / Moorgate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum group size for Christmas parties at The HAC?
The HAC requires a minimum of 80 guests for Christmas parties. Groups under 80 are not accommodated for Christmas events, as stated in their booking policy for the festive season.
What are the capacity limits for different event setups in the Prince Consort Rooms?
The Prince Consort Rooms can accommodate up to 700 guests for standing events, 400 guests for theatre-style ceremonies, and 300 guests combined in the West Albert Room for drinks receptions. The terrace access is weather dependent.
What are the standard operating hours and licensing restrictions?
Venue hire typically runs from 09:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with all guests required to vacate by midnight. The venue is only licensed until 3:00 PM on Sundays, though extensions may be possible through Islington Council.
What are the noise restrictions for outdoor events?
Due to noise protocols, drinks receptions cannot be hosted outside after 9:00 PM or sunset, whichever is earlier. This applies to all outdoor areas including terraces and the Artillery Garden.
How much setup and breakdown time is allowed?
Venue hire times include supplier access for setup. After events, suppliers have a maximum of 90 minutes to clear down and completely vacate the venue.
What budget range is typically required for events at The HAC?
The venue cannot accommodate events with budgets of £1,000-£2,000. Based on their responses, events typically require budgets starting from around £8,000+ for smaller groups, with larger events requiring £15,000-£30,000+ depending on guest numbers and requirements.
How far in advance should bookings be made, especially for December dates?
December dates book up quickly and the venue experiences high inquiry volumes during peak seasons. Many December 2025 dates are already unavailable, so booking well in advance is essential for Christmas events and year-end functions.
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