An event space in a church with arched stone columns, rows of wooden chairs, and a projector screen at Christ Church Spitalfields.
An event space in a church with arched ceilings, stone pillars, and wooden tables in The Crypt at Christ Church Spitalfields.
An event space with vaulted white stone ceilings, wooden chairs, and natural stone flooring at Christ Church Spitalfields.
An event space with vaulted white ceilings, rows of chairs, and a Christmas tree at Christ Church Spitalfields.

The Crypt at Christ Church Spitalfields

Event Space in a Church
·
Private space
Christ Church, Commercial Street, London, E1 6LY –
Aldgate East Station (0.3 mi)
Up to 60
seats
Up to 250
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Crypt is an Event Space in Christ Church Spitalfields and occupies a historic stone-lined cellar that provides a contained, characterful setting.

Design: The interior pairs exposed stone columns and archways with pale plastered ceilings and a stone-flag floor, finished with simple contemporary oak furniture and discreet uplighting for an understated, neutral palette.

Features: The space includes a fixed PA system and speakers, venue wi‑fi, permission to play your own music and natural daylight. The layout is adaptable thanks to movable tables, benches and stackable chairs, and the floor level and entrances are wheelchair accessible.

Ideal for: Small professional groups and social circles seeking an intimate, conversational seated meal or a relaxed, contained standing reception.

What sets it apart: A sliding timber screen and an adjoining curtained chamber allow the room to be divided into two distinct areas for presentations, breakout groups or staged setups.

What guests say: The space is architecturally striking and maintains a calm, peaceful atmosphere. The space is supported by efficient on‑the‑day event coordination.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £2200–£3000 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 22:30
from £3000 hire fee
Per evening
22:30 – 0:00
from £3000 hire fee
Per day
8:00 – 17:00
from £2200 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
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 250
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 60
Cabaret
up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
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
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
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 not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Reviews and ratings

(16 reviews and ratings - )

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SL
Shirou L.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
JM
Jennifer M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Christ Church Spitalfields

Christ Church Spitalfields is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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