The Council Chamber

113 Chancery Lane

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  • From £1500 per hour
  • 100 Classroom
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
  • From £1500 per hour
  • 100 Classroom
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
Home to the prestigious Law Society since 1832, offering unmatched legal heritage and gravitas for professional events.
Bonnie Gunter
Bonnie Gunter

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Dedicated event team
  • Multiple interconnecting rooms
  • Wedding license and late license available
  • On-site restaurant
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Grade II* listed Georgian architecture
  • In-house catering by Graysons
  • Central London location between West End and City
  • Built-in AV systems and PA
  • 3D virtual tour available

The Council Chamber offers audio visual facilities to rival any London venue. With its tiered ergonomic seating, each with access to power and data, this third-floor space is ideal for training sessions, screenings and video conferences. A breakout room located adjacent to the Council Chamber is also provided when hiring this room.




Frequently asked questions

The Common Room has three pricing options: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM costs £3,600 + VAT with £3,000 minimum spend on food & drinks; 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM costs £2,300 + VAT with £1,500 minimum spend; 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM costs £2,750 + VAT with £5,000 minimum spend. Smaller rooms like Holborn & Lincoln cost £950 + VAT per day with £200 + VAT minimum catering spend.

The Common Room accommodates up to 244 guests theatre style with stage, 180 seated on round tables with stage, 96 cabaret style with catering in-room, or 144 cabaret with catering in adjacent space. The Strand, Fleet & Bell suites accommodate up to 60 banqueting, while Holborn & Lincoln holds up to 20 boardroom style.

Basic AV package includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern and lectern mic, handheld mic for £400 + VAT. Some rooms have built-in AV included, while others like Lincoln Screen cost an additional £150 + VAT per day. An AV technician is provided to assist with setup for larger events.

Graysons provides in-house catering with options including two-course dinner at £57 + VAT per person, DDR packages from £60-£103.50 + VAT per person including meals and refreshments, and executive lunch with grab items and traybakes. All catering must meet the minimum spend requirements for each room.

Organisers typically receive early access one hour before the event start time (e.g., 8:00 AM access for 9:00 AM events, 17:00 access for 18:00 events). The venue provides dedicated team support, registration tables, and directional signage as standard inclusions.

During weekdays, the building is open to the public and Law Society members, which may affect filming or exclusive use requirements. Weekend events have different minimum spend requirements, with some starting from £10,000 + VAT, and the building is typically closed to public access.

Standard inclusions are complimentary Wi-Fi, filtered water throughout events, cloakroom facilities (unmanned), digital and directional signage, personalised welcome digital signs, and dedicated team support. Security is provided for evening events, and the venue offers registration table setup in the main foyer.

The venue works with external suppliers for entertainment, decorations, DJs, and additional services beyond their in-house catering by Graysons. They can assist with sourcing suppliers for photo booths (from £950 + VAT), entertainment acts, and bespoke event options, though specific vendor approval processes are not detailed.

The venue offers provisional holds for 7 days on first option basis, with some rooms available on second option when another client is holding provisionally. Specific payment timelines and deposit requirements are not detailed in the available information, requiring direct contact for booking terms.

The on-site restaurant does not serve food throughout the month of August, which may affect catering options during this period. No other seasonal restrictions or closure periods are specified for the event spaces themselves.




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.