Hire Space
Courtyard

Saddlers’ Hall

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  • From £111 per person
  • 150 Standing
  • St. Pauls
  • From £111 per person
  • 150 Standing
  • St. Pauls
A rare private courtyard in the heart of the City of London, offering outdoor dining and reception space within historic Livery Hall surroundings.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Secluded City location
  • BBQ and alfresco dining capability
  • Seamless indoor-outdoor flow to Great Hall
  • Historic architecture surroundings
  • Open-air courtyard space
  • Flexible layout options
  • Natural lighting

The Courtyard at Saddlers' Hall offers a unique and inviting setting for pre-dinner receptions and outdoor dining experiences. Surrounded by beautiful historic architecture, it provides a tranquil atmosphere perfect for welcome drinks and cocktail receptions before moving indoors to our Great Hall. With the option for BBQs or alfresco dining, the Courtyard enhances the event experience, offering a refreshing outdoor space to enjoy drinks and socialise in a relaxed yet elegant environment.

Frequently asked questions

Venue hire ranges from £2,000-£3,150 excluding VAT depending on timing and duration. Standard hire from 5:30pm-11pm costs £2,400 excluding VAT, while extended hours (11:30am-11pm) cost £3,150 excluding VAT. The hire includes exclusive use of the Great Hall and Front Rooms, with access to the Courtyard for outdoor receptions.

Hall staff meals are mandatory for up to 5 staff members on event day. Junior outmess costs £35 per person excluding VAT, while senior outmess costs £48-£50 per person excluding VAT. This applies to hall manager and cloakroom staff, plus any additional outmess required from your side.

Three-course seated dinner with tea, coffee and petit fours costs £79-£81 per person excluding VAT. Christmas seated dinner packages range from £120-£150 per person excluding VAT and include festive menu, pre-dinner sparkling wine reception, half bottle of wine per person, and Christmas crackers. Day delegate rates for conferences start at £95-£102 per person excluding VAT.

Standard drinks package (1.5 glasses prosecco, half bottle house wine per person, soft drinks and water) costs £36-£38 per person excluding VAT. Extended packages with 2-4.5 hours unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks range from £38-£48 per person excluding VAT. Christmas packages include mulled wine and festive cocktails.

The Great Hall accommodates up to 150 guests for conferences in theatre style, 90-120 guests for seated dinners in cabaret style, and up to 200 guests for standing receptions. The Courtyard can accommodate 100 guests for BBQ packages with outdoor marquee and wet weather backup in the Great Hall.

No, Saddlers Hall uses exclusive caterer Searcys and does not permit external caterers. All food and beverage must be provided through their in-house catering service. However, clients can bring their own suppliers for specific items like cheese and wine tastings with prior arrangement.

AV equipment is not kept on-site and must be outsourced to their recommended external supplier. Basic packages for conferences may include staging, PA system, and 65-inch screens with technician. Clients can use their own preferred AV supplier if they prefer, but all equipment must be brought in externally.

Provisional holds can be placed for 1 week maximum. Quotes are valid for 2 weeks from issue date. Bookings are confirmed only upon receiving a signed agreement and hall application, with standard terms and conditions applying.

Standard venue hire includes access from 5:30pm for evening events, with earlier access from 4:30pm available for larger events requiring setup time. Extended day hire from 11:30am-11pm is available for £3,150 excluding VAT. Room hire for rehearsals the evening before events can be arranged for additional cost.

Christmas packages are available from December with premium pricing of £120-£150 per person excluding VAT, including festive menus, Christmas crackers, themed table linen, and seasonal decorations. Summer BBQ packages for the Courtyard cost £110 per person excluding VAT and include Pimm's, Prosecco, and outdoor dining options.

More about Saddlers’ Hall

Nestled in the heart of the City of London, Saddlers Hall is a distinguished Livery Hall offering an elegant backdrop for corporate and private events, expertly catered for by Searcys. Steeped in history and exquisite period pieces, this hidden gem boasts a stunning Great Hall, a Courtyard perfect for summer, alongside a selection of versatile reception rooms. Just moments away from St. Pauls Cathedra, it offers a unique blend of tradition, sophistication and modern hospitality.