An outdoor courtyard with cobblestone paving, historic brick walls, and arched windows at The Charterhouse.
An outdoor courtyard with cobblestone paving and historic brick walls at The Charterhouse.
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An outdoor courtyard with stone walls, arched doorways, and leaded windows at The Charterhouse.
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A historic building with arched windows, brick walls, and a central courtyard at The Charterhouse.
An outdoor courtyard with open lawn and surrounding museum buildings at The Charterhouse Washhouse Court.
An outdoor museum courtyard with a circular central feature and scattered square planters at The Charterhouse Washhouse Court.

Washhouse Court at The Charterhouse

Outdoor Space at a Museum
·
Semi-private area
Charterhouse Square, London, EC1M 4AY –
Barbican Station (0.1 mi)
Up to 150
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Enter the historical tapestry of Washhouse Court, a captivating enclave that whispers of centuries past. As one of the earliest parts of the Charterhouse, this area was once a bustling hub that catered to the needs of the monastery and, later, the Tudor mansion.

Original cobblestones pave the way through this extraordinary courtyard, where ancient buildings stand as silent witnesses to the passage of time. Half of these structures are crafted from monastic stone, while the other half showcases the distinctive red and black Tudor brick. This combination creates a visually captivating experience that transports you back several centuries.

Washhouse Court is not just a courtyard; it is a living testament to the rich history of Charterhouse. The ambience is exceptionally lovely, offering a unique blend of architectural marvels and historical charm. The courtyard invites you to explore its nooks and crannies, capturing the essence of a bygone era.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £4800 hire fee per day
All prices include VAT.
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Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 150

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
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
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: PA system / speakers
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet 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
  • 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
  • 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 Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- Due to the special nature of the Charterhouse as an almshouse for a community of older men and women, events can only take place between 8.00am and 10.00pm.
- The Brothers who live here permanently will be on-site during your event. They will be made aware of your event, and will respect the areas designated for you and your guests.
- The Chapel and Cloister are parts of our public museum. Unless opting for the museum closure option, we cannot guarantee there will not be the possibility of people walking into the chapel.
- We cannot hold civil ceremonies in our outside spaces.
- The Chapel and Chapel Cloister cannot be used for weddings – but you can have your blessing there.
- Confetti is allowed outside as long as it is biodegradable.
- Candles can be used both inside and outside, but they have to be smokeless.
- DJs and dancing is allowed in the Norfolk Cloister and Old Library [up to 9.30pm]. In other areas we can have live music but not as loud.
- All children under 14 need to be supervised by designated adults at all times during your event.
- We allow guide dogs on the premises, but no other animals. Outside we can also consider well-behaved dogs on leads, and horses.
- No smoking anywhere on site (including outdoor spaces).

About The Charterhouse

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

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