A banqueting hall with round tables set with china and gold chairs, high wood-paneled walls, and large murals at 8½ London.
A historic banqueting hall with wood-paneled walls, classical paintings, and rows of chairs at 8½ London.
A banqueting hall with long banquet tables, ornate wood paneling, and large stained glass windows at 8½ London.
A banqueting hall with high ceilings, wood-paneled walls, historic murals, and a large projection screen at 8½ London.

Great Hall at 8½ London

Hall in a Historic Building
·
Private space
8½ Dowgate Hill, London, EC4R 2SP –
Cannon Street Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 180
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Great Hall, a Hall in 8½ London, is a double-height formal dining chamber defined by its imposing scale and proportions.

Design: The room features carved dark wood panelling, tall arched windows and a high ceiling. The floor is covered in patterned red carpeting and the proportions suit a formal table layout.

Features: A built-in PA system and speakers provide in-house audio, and the venue permits own music and external DJs. Air conditioning and venue Wi‑Fi support comfort and connectivity. Step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets are available.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a formal, seated dinner or a polished standing reception in a grand, architectural setting.

What sets it apart: Floor-to-ceiling painted mural panels run along the upper walls, providing a striking historic backdrop to events.

What guests say: The space is supported by attentive, accommodating event staff who help deliver smooth, organised events.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu
Main menu

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Per day
8:00 – 23:00
from £11500 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 170
Theatre
up to 180
Boardroom
up to 54
Cabaret
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
Temporary event notices available

Host rules

Red wine must be consumed while seated.
Clients are responsible for any damage to furniture or property; costs for repair or cleaning will be invoiced accordingly.

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

About 8½ London

8½ London is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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