Old Court Room at Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn
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Up to 80standing
Up to 50seated
Holborn Stationnearest station
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About this space
Tudor architecture dating back to 1490
In-house award-winning catering
Multiple historic spaces including Old Hall and Great Hall
Modern Ashworth Centre with lecture theatre
Central London location
Grade I and II listed buildings
Natural daylight in many spaces
Flexible room configurations
Professional AV facilities
Dedicated events team
The Old Court Room is named after its original use and was once a lively scene of legal activity. Today its walls house the Inn's antiquarian books and the room offers a tranquil setting flooded with natural daylight, with views across the Inn's estate.
This intimate room makes a great setting for lunches & dinners for up to 40 guests, receptions for up to 80 guests and lectures for up to 50 delegates.
Features
Wifi
Intimate Room
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Space
Disabled Access
Ceiling Height 0m (1ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 11pm
Wedding License
Capacities
40 Dining
80 Reception
50 Theatre
Guide prices
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Business
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 17:30 - 23:00Every day, 17:30 - 23:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeDining
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 17:30 - 23:00Every day, 17:30 - 23:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeParty packages
Every day, 17:30 - 23:00Every day, 17:30 - 23:00
£135 / Per PersonEvents
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 17:30 - 23:00Every day, 17:30 - 23:00
£1,300 / Venue FeeParty packages
Every day, 17:30 - 23:00Every day, 17:30 - 23:00
£135 / Per PersonGreat for a...
Tudor heritage meets modern Corporate Event
- • Grade I listed Old Hall provides prestigious 500-year heritage setting
- • In-house award-winning catering ensures exceptional dining experience
- • Professional AV facilities deliver seamless presentations
Historic halls with catering Private Dining
- • Old Hall accommodates 120 seated guests in Tudor splendour
- • Award-winning in-house catering creates bespoke dining experiences
- • Natural daylight through historic windows enhances atmosphere
Modern Ashworth Centre facilities Conference
- • 158-seat lecture theatre provides professional presentation space
- • Ten breakout rooms offer flexible meeting configurations
- • Day delegate packages include catering and AV support
Location
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Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn HolbornUKHigh Holborn WC2A 3TLLondon
Holborn Station
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Frequently asked questions
What are the venue closure periods I need to be aware of when planning my event?
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.
What are the capacity limits and minimum guest requirements for different spaces?
The Old Hall accommodates up to 120 guests for sit-down dinners with a minimum of 120 guests required. The Ashworth Centre lecture theatre holds a maximum of 130 guests, and meeting spaces require a minimum of 30 guests to book.
What are the standard operating hours and latest event finish times?
Events can typically run until 16:00 with all guests departed by 16:30 for daytime events. Conference facilities are available from 08:00-17:00 with all guests vacated by 17:30, though some evening events can run later with specific arrangements.
What are the day delegate rate packages and pricing for conferences?
Day delegate rates start at £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, AV equipment with technician, arrival refreshments, mid-morning break, two-course lunch, and afternoon refreshments.
What are the room hire costs for dry hire events?
The Old Hall dry hire costs £6,600.00 + VAT. For events requiring both the Great Hall and lawn (accommodating 100-120 people on yoga mats), the room hire is £7,350.00 + VAT for a 5-hour period (11:00-16:00).
What are the mandatory minimum food and beverage spend requirements?
There is a minimum food and beverage spend of £7,310.00 for some events, while larger events requiring the Great Hall and lawn have a minimum spend of £13,950.00 + VAT. Christmas packages start at £176.00 + VAT per person with a minimum of 90 guests.
What catering restrictions apply and can I bring external food?
Lincoln's Inn operates in-house catering only and does not allow outside food to be brought into the venue. All catering must be provided by their internal catering team, though there may be additional small fees depending on specific caterer requirements for dry hire events.
Which days of the week have limited availability?
Thursdays have very limited availability, with most availability on Wednesdays and Fridays. Some weeks may have no Thursday availability at all, so flexibility with dates is recommended.
What types of events are not suitable for the venue?
Lincoln's Inn is not suitable for sixth form proms and has declined certain event types. The venue appears to focus on corporate events, conferences, dinners, and professional gatherings rather than casual celebrations or youth events.
What are the setup and access arrangements for events?
For dinner events, access for setup typically begins at 17:30 with the event running from 18:30-22:30 and de-rig completed by 23:00. Conference events usually allow organiser access from 08:00 with events starting at 09:00.
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