The Old Book Shop

113 Chancery Lane

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  • From £250
  • 40 Reception
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
  • From £250
  • 40 Reception
  • Chancery Lane, Temple, City Thameslink
Historic Grade II* listed Law Society building offering prestigious Georgian architecture with modern amenities in the heart of legal London.
Edward Poland
Edward Poland

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Central London location near Royal Courts
  • Wedding license available
  • 3D virtual tour available
  • Dedicated event team and security
  • Grade II* listed Georgian architecture
  • In-house catering by Graysons
  • Multiple interconnected event spaces
  • Built-in AV systems and staging

A beautiful venue for an important breakfast, lunch or dinner, The Old Book Shop is an impressive private dining space located just off The Strand.

Light and spacious, it offers plenty of natural light. The classical wood panelling creates an impressive heritage feel, and our bespoke catering can be designed to your requirements. The room is ideal for intimate dinners and personal celebrations.




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 and drinks; 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM costs £2,300 + VAT with £1,500 minimum spend; and 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM costs £2,750 + VAT with £5,000 minimum spend. Weekend events require minimum spends from £10,000 + VAT.

The Common Room can accommodate up to 96 guests cabaret style with catering served in the room, 144 guests cabaret with catering in a different room, 150 theatre style with catering in the room, 180 guests seated on round tables with stage setup, or up to 244 theatre style with catering in adjacent space. For dinner and dance events, capacity is up to 160 guests.

Standard AV package costs £400 + VAT and includes stage, screen/projector, two repeater screens, lectern and lectern mic, handheld mic, flipchart, and PA system. An AV technician is provided to assist with setup for conference packages.

Two-course dinner costs £57 + VAT per person. Christmas packages start from £147-172 + VAT per person including three-course dinner, drinks, and entertainment. Ceremony packages cost £52.50 + VAT per person (minimum 300 guests) or £47.50 + VAT with finger food buffet. DDR packages range from £60-140.50 + VAT per person depending on inclusions.

Evening events typically run 18:30-23:00 or until midnight for special occasions. Day events run 9:00-17:00 with early organizer access from 8:00. The venue is open to Law Society members and public during weekday daytime hours, so weekend bookings offer more privacy but have higher minimum spends.

Security is mandatory and included in packages. Dedicated event team, cloakroom facilities, digital signage, and complimentary Wi-Fi are standard. Optional extras include DJ and dance floor, uplighters for ambience, photo booth from £950 + VAT, and additional entertainment through approved suppliers.

The venue offers provisional holds for 7 days while clients decide. Site visits can be arranged between 09:30-16:30 on weekdays. Upon arrival, reception security will welcome guests and notify the events team. Direct contact is available via phone at 0208 049 4034.

The venue works with approved suppliers for entertainment, decorations, and additional services. Christmas theming is provided for seasonal events with options like Great Gatsby, Starry Nights, and Candy Cane Lane themes. External vendor approval processes and specific decoration policies are handled case-by-case.

The Reading Room can be used for drinks receptions with poseur tables and bar setup, accommodating reception-style events. Multiple rooms can be hired together, such as Common Room and Reading Room combinations for ceremony packages. Adjacent spaces are available for catering when main room capacity is maximized.

Event dates appear to have limited flexibility based on availability, with the venue sometimes unable to accommodate preferred dates. The venue offers alternative date suggestions when original dates are unavailable. Specific cancellation terms and deposit requirements are not detailed in standard communications.




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.