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What are the exact costs for hiring The Inner Temple's event spaces?

Room hire varies by space and timing: Rooms 3&4 (combined) costs £1,960 ex VAT for 8am-4pm, The Hall costs £142 ex VAT per person for dinner packages (6pm-11pm with 10% discount), and dry hire of all internal event spaces is £15,000 ex VAT. Wedding packages and marquee hire have separate pricing structures.

What are the capacity limits for different event spaces?

The Hall accommodates up to 276 for dining (recently increased from 240), Rooms 3&4 combined hold 62 in theatre style, the Marquee can accommodate up to 600 guests, and Christmas events can handle up to 400 guests for receptions. Capacity varies by layout and specific room configuration.

When is The Inner Temple available for hire?

The Hall is available Monday to Friday from 6pm onwards and weekends during day and evening. The Marquee operates mid-June to mid-July (2026 season runs 16 June - 9 July). The venue closes during August summer holidays and reopens from 8 September for events.

What catering options and costs are available?

Catering includes arrival tea/coffee/pastries from £8.50 ex VAT per person, classic sandwich lunch from £19.30 ex VAT per person, house wine from £5 ex VAT per person, and dinner packages from £142 ex VAT per person including prosecco, 3-course menu, wine, and coffee. Christmas lunch events start from £85 ex VAT per person.

What AV equipment is included and what are additional costs?

Basic AV includes screens and video conferencing facilities in meeting rooms, and PA system with 1 microphone in The Hall dinner package. Additional AV requirements and costs are not specified in the available information, so clients should inquire directly about specific technical needs.

How does the booking process work and what are the hold periods?

The venue operates on first and second option holds - they will contact the first option client for updates before placing second option holds. No provisional holds are automatically placed until requested. For events close to the date, confirmation may be required within specific timeframes (example given was confirmation needed before 30 April for a May event).

Are there any special offers or pricing freezes available?

The Inner Temple is freezing room hire prices for 2026 events at current rates, but this offer ends 31 August 2025 with terms and conditions applying. This allows clients to book 2026 events at 2025 pricing if booked before the deadline.

What spaces are suitable for weddings and what packages are available?

The Hall and first floor spaces are perfect for weddings, with The Hall accommodating up to 276 for dining. Dry hire of all internal event spaces costs £15,000 ex VAT, and wedding brochures with different package options are available. The venue can accommodate both intimate dinners and larger celebrations.

What are the restrictions for filming and special events?

Filming is usually restricted to weekends only, though exceptions can be made depending on requirements. Clients must complete a filming request form and rates/availability information is available on the venue's filming webpage. Standard event restrictions and specific filming guidelines apply.

What makes The Inner Temple unique for summer parties and outdoor events?

The venue features award-winning 3-acre gardens with Thames views, and the Marquee (available mid-June to mid-July) can accommodate up to 600 guests. The outdoor space offers ample room for entertainment, games, and activities, making it ideal for team-building experiences, garden games, and summer receptions in a prestigious London location.