The HAC Bow Main Hall at The HAC Bow

Hall in a Church
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Private space
The HAC Bow, Holy Trinity Church, Lichfield Road, London, E35AT –
Mile End Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

The HAC Bow Main Hall is a Hall in The HAC Bow, notable for its imposing, columned interior and large open floor that retains historical character.

Design: The hall shows patinated plaster walls, a dark plain floor and uneven finishes, punctuated by oversized spherical pendant lights and a framed end that reads like a stage. The vertical proportions and worn surfaces give the space a theatrical, weathered appearance.

Features: The hall includes a built-in PA system and permits own music or an external DJ, subject to an enforced noise restriction. The space provides natural light, venue Wi‑Fi, a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Creative organisations and community groups seeking a dramatic, relaxed setting for a mix of standing socialising and seated dining.

What guests say: The hall is architecturally striking and serves as a strong photographic backdrop. The space is atmospheric and suits live music and performance activity.


Usually booked for

Fashion Show

Typically for 150-265 guests and costs about £1,400.


"It is a fantastic space. We rented out the main hall and the backroom of lichfield hall."

- David L. Feb 2025

Funeral Reception

Typically for 150-200 guests and costs about £300.


"The venue itself is beautiful and provided a wonderful backdrop for our event. There is also parking."

- Samantha C. Sep 2025


Prices

Monday
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
Closed
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Friday
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
Closed
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:30 – 22:00
from £200 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago

Capacity

  • Dining
    up to 250
  • Theatre
    up to 300
  • Boardroom
    up to 50
  • Cabaret
    up to 150
  • U-Shaped
    up to 80
  • Classroom
    up to 300

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Quiet space
  • Free parking is available on-site (10 spaces)
  • Free on-street parking
  • Paid parking is available on-site (8 spaces)
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Surrounding garden with 19th Century monuments
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Space has noise restriction after 18:00
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed

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
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Age policy

Guests under 25 are not allowed after 17:00

Host rules

- No smoking inside or in the building area.
- Outside catering is allowed
- 13amp electricity available, will need to hire a generator
- One week's notice is required. This site can be booked at least 1 week in advance of your film shoot/event etc.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(53 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

JK
Jessica K.
Verified review
Fashion Show · 12 guests · November 2025

Angela with very kind, thorough and made shooting in this venue possible and a pleasure!

5.0
SC
Samantha C.
Verified review
Funeral Reception · 150 guests · August 2025

The communication with staff was spot on. They were welcoming and provided good information on using the site. The venue itself is beautiful and provided a wonderful backdrop for our event. There is also parking.

4.8
DL
David L.
Verified review
Fashion Show · 200 guests · February 2025

It is a fantastic space. We rented out the main hall and the backroom of lichfield hall. The main room is stunning with everyone from the event saying how great of a venue it was for the event. The natural lighting during the day was fantastic. We would highly recommend the spot for anyone else hosting a event, whether it be a reception, wedding or show of some kind.

4.5
J
Jimmy
Verified review
Exhibition · 500 guests · November 2024

Great venue for our Christmas event

4.3

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