Old Hall

Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

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  • From £2700
  • 120 Dining
  • Holborn Station
  • From £2700
  • 120 Dining
  • Holborn Station
Historic Tudor Hall from 1490 with original Hogarth painting and Inigo Jones features creates an unmatched prestigious backdrop for business events.
Bonnie Gunter
Bonnie Gunter

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • In-house award-winning catering
  • Contemporary AV facilities
  • Dedicated refreshment space in Crypt
  • Tudor architecture dating back to 1490
  • Hogarth's painting 'Paul before Felix'
  • Inigo Jones designed wooden screen
  • Restored brick groin vaulting in Crypt
Dating back to 1490, The Old Hall is a wonderful example of beautifully maintained Tudor architecture and have many notable features including the wooden screen at the South end, designed by Inigo Jones, and the Hogarth's painting "Paul before Felix" on the North wall. The Crypt beneath the Old Hall was for centuries used for storage of fuel, food and wine. Now the brick groin vaulting has been restored to its former glory and is used as a refreshment area.



Frequently asked questions

Lincoln's Inn is closed for the entire month of August and during Easter from 17th April at 15:00, reopening on 28th April. These closure periods are fixed and no events can be accommodated during these times.

Meeting spaces require a minimum of 30 guests. For events requiring 120+ guests, you'll need to book the Old Hall/Crypt combination, as this is the only space that can accommodate larger numbers for sit-down events.

Day delegate rates are £91.00 + VAT per person with a minimum of 140 guests, or £104.00 + VAT per person for enhanced packages. The Conference Suite DDR (for 90-158 delegates) is £127.20 + VAT per person and includes room hire from 09:00-17:00, AV equipment with technician, arrival refreshments, mid-morning break, two-course lunch, and afternoon break with dedicated refreshment space.

Conference events can only run until 16:00 with all guests departed by 16:30 or 17:30 depending on the space. The Ashworth Centre lecture theatre is available 08:00-17:00 with guests vacated by 17:30.

The Old Hall dry hire costs £6,600.00 + VAT. For events in the Great Hall and lawn (11:00-16:00), room hire is £7,350.00 + VAT with a mandatory minimum food & beverage spend of £13,950.00 + VAT.

Outside food is strictly prohibited - all catering must be provided in-house. There may be additional small fees depending on your caterer's specific requirements, which must be discussed and approved in advance.

The Ashworth Centre lecture theatre accommodates maximum 130 guests in theatre style. For fitness classes, the lawn can hold 100-120 people on yoga mats, but you must hire the Great Hall as a wet weather backup option.

The venue has declined certain event types including sixth form proms, indicating they may not be suitable for all social events. It's best to confirm your specific event type is appropriate when making initial enquiries.

Most business events run standard daytime hours. Evening events appear to have different arrangements, but specific timing restrictions vary by space and should be confirmed during booking discussions.

The venue handles enquiries for events well into the following year (2025-2026 bookings are being processed). Popular dates fill up quickly, with some weeks showing no availability, so early enquiry is recommended for preferred dates.




More about Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn

Lincoln's Inn is where history meets modern elegance. The beautiful Grade I and II listed buildings set the scene, while the in-house award-winning catering and contemporary facilities make everything feel effortless. The Great Hall, with its stunning Tudor Revival design, is perfect for larger events, holding up to 280 for dinner or 450 for a reception. For a more intimate gathering, the grand Old Hall offers a setting for 120 for dinner or 200 standing. The Ashworth Centre brings a modern touch with a lecture theatre for 158 and ten breakout rooms, giving you all the flexibility you need.