The Elizabethan Hall

The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple

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  • From £10000
  • 400 Reception
  • Temple, Blackfriars, Chancery Lane
  • From £10000
  • 400 Reception
  • Temple, Blackfriars, Chancery Lane
One of the finest Elizabethan Halls in the country with 450 years of history, offering an authentic medieval dining experience in central London.
Aidan De Forest-Brown
Aidan De Forest-Brown

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Peaceful gardens for summer parties
  • On-site catering team
  • Central London location by River Thames
  • Dedicated events team
  • 450-year-old Elizabethan Hall
  • Seats up to 260 guests
  • High vaulted ceilings
  • Stained glass windows

From Gala dinners to parties, this impressive space can be tailored to suit any the needs of each individual booking. From a dining extravaganza reminiscent of Hogwarts, to a company celebration, the dedicated events team at Middle Temple are experts in creating impressively memorable events that showcase the best of this historic space.

Set within the stunning Elizabethan Hall, this unique dining venue offers an exquisite backdrop for any occasion.




Frequently asked questions

Wedding venue hire is £12,000 + VAT (£14,400 including VAT) for Saturday or Sunday bookings. Evening events typically range from £1,250 for smaller rooms during weekday hours to higher rates for exclusive evening hire of the main hall. Additional costs apply for events extending beyond 23:00 at £1,000 + VAT per hour.

The venue accommodates up to 260 guests for seated dining using long tables in the main hall. For standing receptions with canapés or bowl food, capacity can reach 300 guests. Smaller rooms like the Queen's Room accommodate up to 22 people for boardroom-style dining.

External caterers are not permitted at Middle Temple - all catering must be provided in-house. However, for weddings requiring Asian cuisine, specific approved Asian caterers are permitted with a kitchen buy-out fee of £5,000 + VAT (£6,000 including VAT).

Catering packages vary by event type: corporate events start at £98 + VAT per person (minimum 20 guests), Christmas packages are £150-£188 + VAT per person, and evening party packages range from £157-£181 + VAT per person. All packages include staffing, equipment, glassware, and white linen.

The venue cannot accommodate events on Tuesday through Friday due to Hall Lunches taking place during these days. This significantly limits availability to weekends and Mondays for most event types.

Mandatory additional costs include: staff taxi fees of £250 + VAT for events ending after 22:30, event security at £42 + VAT per hour per staff member (one per 100 guests), and potential cloakroom staff at £25 + VAT per hour (4-hour minimum) if manned service is required.

Most rooms do not have built-in AV equipment, so audio-visual needs must be hired from accredited suppliers. The venue provides a list of approved AV suppliers for production, lighting, and sound equipment. Basic PA systems for speeches may be available in some packages.

Standard event timings are typically 09:00-17:00 for daytime events or 18:00-23:00 for evening events. Extensions beyond 23:00 cost £1,000 + VAT per hour, and early guest arrival before 18:00 also incurs £1,000 + VAT per hour charges.

The venue occasionally offers promotional rates, such as 20% off room hire for bookings between August 1st and September 14th. However, these offers appear to be time-limited and may not apply to all event types or dates.

Optional extras include clothed poseur tables at £25 + VAT each, additional staffing for cloakroom service, upgraded wine packages, and extended hours. Party novelties and Christmas decorations are included in relevant seasonal packages at no extra charge.




More about The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple

On a quiet cobbled street in central London by the banks of the River Thames, the grand, historic rooms of Middle Temple are one of London's hidden gems available for corporate and private hire.

Surrounded by peaceful gardens (perfect for summer parties), and shady trees overhanging a fountain, it's hard to believe the busy London streets are just a few minutes walk away.

Boasting one of the finest Elizabethan Halls in the country seating up to 260 for dinners, Middle Temple is a venue that is sure to impress.