The Reading Room

113 Chancery Lane

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Elegant Reading Room at 113 Chancery Lane, ideal for networking events and receptions.
  • From £1600
  • 210 Reception
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
  • From £1600
  • 210 Reception
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
Home to the prestigious Law Society since 1832, offering unparalleled Georgian grandeur with modern facilities in the heart of legal London.
Anna Suñé Urbistondo
Anna Suñé Urbistondo

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Wedding licence
  • Natural light
  • Flexible room configurations
  • On-site restaurant
  • 3D virtual tour available
  • Grade II* listed Georgian architecture
  • In-house catering by Graysons
  • Central London location between West End and City
  • Multiple interconnected event spaces
  • Built-in AV systems and staging

At once grand and welcoming, the Reading Room is a truly special space.

A refined palette of subtle blue, gold and cream creates an atmosphere both cordial and regal in this spacious and versatile room. Located on the ground floor, the Reading Room is ideal for meetings, "in conversation" events, conferences, exhibitions, presentations, panel discussions, networking receptions, seminars or special business dinners.




Frequently asked questions

The Common Room costs £3,600 + VAT for 9:00am-5:00pm with £3,000 minimum spend on food and drinks, £2,300 + VAT for 1:00pm-5:00pm with £1,500 minimum spend, or £2,750 + VAT for 6:00pm-11:00pm with £5,000 minimum spend. Evening events (18:30-23:00) are also quoted at £2,750 + VAT.

The Common Room accommodates up to 96 guests cabaret style with catering served in the room, 144 guests cabaret with catering in a different room, 150 theatre style with catering in the room, 180 guests theatre style including stage, or 244 theatre style with catering in adjacent space. For seated dinners, it holds up to 180 guests on round tables with stage setup.

Standard AV package costs £400 + VAT and includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern with lectern mic, handheld mic, flipchart, and PA system. An AV technician is provided to assist with setup for conference packages.

Two-course dinner costs £57 + VAT per person. DDR packages start from £60 + VAT per person (minimum 100 guests) including arrival refreshments, lunch, and AV equipment. Christmas packages are £147-£172 + VAT per person including three-course dinner, drinks, entertainment, and decorations.

Weekend events require minimum spends from £10,000 + VAT as the building is usually closed. Weekend venue hire for weddings is £4,000 + VAT with £6,000 + VAT minimum catering spend. The venue offers more flexibility on weekdays.

Ceremony packages cost £52.50 + VAT per person (minimum 300 guests) including exclusive hire of Common Room and Reading Room 12:00-17:00, prosecco reception, four bowl food options, AV and staging, and dedicated team. Alternative finger food buffet packages are £47.50 + VAT per person.

Additional costs include security (mandatory for events), photo booth from £950 + VAT, three canapés for £14.50 + VAT per person, and uplighters for ambience. The venue provides dedicated team, digital signage, cloakroom facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi as standard.

Event organisers receive early access one hour before the event start time (e.g., 17:00 access for 18:00 events, 08:00 access for 09:00 events). Guests are welcomed by reception security team who notify the events team of arrivals. The venue is located at 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL.

The venue has limited availability and some dates are not available due to existing bookings. The on-site restaurant does not serve food throughout August. Dates can be held provisionally for 7 days, and some spaces may be available on second option while other clients hold provisional bookings.

The Holden Room costs £800 + VAT (18:00-23:00) with 35% discount available and £500 + VAT minimum catering spend. Holborn & Lincoln rooms cost £950 + VAT per day (9am-5pm) with £200 + VAT minimum catering spend, accommodating up to 20 guests boardroom style.




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.