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Ironmongers' Hall

Hall

#1 of 91 Filming Location venues in City of London
#84 of 693 Hall venues in Central London
  11 reviews  – 
Shaftesbury Place, Off Aldersgate Street, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8AA –
Barbican Station (0.2 mi)
From £800
hire fee
Up to 160
seats
Up to 230
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Historic hall tucked away near Barbican, featuring a stunning interior perfect for elegant celebrations. Great for weddings, formal dinners, and special parties with custom music options.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Ironmongers' Hall

Banqueting Hall at Ironmongers' Hall

Banqueting Hall
Banqueting Hall
·
Private space
160 seats
230 standing
The Ironmongers’ Hall is located right in the heart of the City of London, adjacent to the Barbican and the Museum of London. Combining a rich history and modern facilities, the Hall is ideal for organising meetings, conferences, seminars and also banquets, private lunches/dinners, celebrations and one-of-a-kind weddings. Open on weekdays and Satu...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Flipchart
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Play your own music
from £3000 hire fee
Enquire now
Luncheon Room at Ironmongers' Hall

Luncheon Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
60 seats
75 standing
The Luncheon Room and historic Court Room are conveniently located on the ground floor and are easily accessible from the main entrance of the Hall. On the same level you will find all the facilities along with the staffed cloakroom. The Luncheon Room is the perfect space to host all the catering while your main event is happening in the Court Roo...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Play your own music
from £1440 hire fee
Enquire now
Court Room at Ironmongers' Hall

Court Room
Event Space
·
Private space
60 seats
75 standing
The Court Room is an Event Space in Ironmongers' Hall, notable for its historic wood panelling and ornate plaster ceiling. Design: The interior follows a traditional, period style, with stained-glass window panels, portrait paintings and leather-upholstered seating. The floor is covered in a patterned carpet and the room's proportions create a for...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Play your own music
from £1440 hire fee
Enquire now
Drawing Room at Ironmongers' Hall

Drawing Room
Event Space
·
Private space
60 seats
130 standing
Located on the first floor next to the Banqueting Hall, the Drawing Room is one of the most versatile spaces at the venue. It displays the largest William Morris Tapestry in the country, hung in place of wallpaper. A portrait of Isaac Walton (author of the Compleat Angler) is amongst many fine paintings on the walls. A huge fireplace, bookcases an...
Wedding licence available
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Play your own music
from £3000 hire fee
Enquire now
Court Yard at Ironmongers' Hall

Court Yard
Outdoor Space
·
Private space
40 standing
Our beautiful Courtyard is our private outdoor space with a salamander fountain right in the centre. It can be used for drinks receptions, barbecues, relaxing breaks and also for photos during celebrations and weddings. It can accommodate easily 40 guests standing at the same time. Very quiet, it is the best place to enjoy an Italian roast coffee ...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flipchart
Play your own music
from £800 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
3 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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TM
Tim M.
Verified review
Filming Location · 5 guests · March 2026 · Drawing Room

Excellent soundproof venue with brilliant communication at the location. Easy to set up. Recce was v helpful pre-filming.

5.0
AM
Alex M.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 30 guests · June 2023 · Court Room

Excellent service, fantastic venue, really attentative staff. Could not be happier about booking our event through Ben Jeffery and Ironmongers' Hall.

Nothing

5.0
CC
Charlotte C.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 90 guests · November 2019 · Banqueting Hall

Fantastic venue and amazing value for money! Alina and the team helped right the way through from initial planning till the end of the evening. The venue is simply stunning, the staff are excellent and the catering was of a very high standard.

5.0
JC
James C.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Same day response.

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 23:00
from £800–£3600 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Drawing Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Court Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Luncheon Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Court Yard
8:00 – 23:00
from £800 hire fee per day
Tuesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £800–£3600 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Drawing Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Court Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Luncheon Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Court Yard
8:00 – 23:00
from £800 hire fee per day
Wednesday
8:00 – 23:00
from £800–£3600 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Drawing Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Court Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Luncheon Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Court Yard
8:00 – 23:00
from £800 hire fee per day
Thursday
8:00 – 23:00
from £800–£3600 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Drawing Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Court Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Luncheon Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Court Yard
8:00 – 23:00
from £800 hire fee per day
Friday
8:00 – 23:00
from £800–£3600 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Drawing Room
8:00 – 23:00
from £3000–£3600 hire fee per day
Court Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Luncheon Room
9:00 – 23:00
from £1440 hire fee
Court Yard
8:00 – 23:00
from £800 hire fee per day
Saturday
12:00 – 22:30
from £15000 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
12:00 – 22:30
from £15000 hire fee per day
Sunday
12:00 – 22:30
from £15000 hire fee per day
Banqueting Hall
12:00 – 22:30
from £15000 hire fee per day

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 230
standing
Up to 160
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Ironmongers' Hall

Ironmongers' Hall is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Ironmongers' Hall is a historic Livery Company hall with grand wood‑panelled interiors, high ornamental ceilings and period detailing, presenting a formal, traditional setting for private events.

Venue highlights: The principal rooms support formal dining and presentations beneath ornate ceilings and crystal chandeliers. In‑house catering accommodates halal, vegan and gluten‑free requirements and a dedicated events team manages planning and on‑the‑day delivery. A secluded courtyard provides an outdoor break area and photo opportunities.

Best for: Formal dinners and banquets; weddings and civil ceremonies; corporate networking events and conferences.

Location: The Barbican cultural quarter surrounds the hall and includes the Barbican Centre and other cultural institutions. This setting gives guests options for pre‑ or post‑event cultural visits and sightseeing.

What guests say: The events team provides attentive, well organised support throughout planning and on the day. The in‑house catering serves high‑quality food and accommodates halal, vegan and gluten‑free requests.

FAQ

No. External catering is not permitted at the venue.

The ground-floor rooms are the Court Room and Luncheon Room.

Cancellations 60 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 60 days to 30 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 30 days are non-refundable.

At Ironmongers' Hall, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Ironmongers' Hall:

  • Banqueting Hall hosting 150 guests: £1874
  • Luncheon Room hosting 30 guests: £2375.53
  • Court Room hosting 30 guests: £2120.40
  • Drawing Room hosting 5 guests: £900

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Ironmongers' Hall is located at Shaftesbury Place, Off Aldersgate Street, in City of London. The nearest metro station is Barbican Station.

It is! Here's what guests who have hosted holiday celebrations there are saying:

  • Charlotte C. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Fantastic venue and amazing value for money! Alina and the team helped right the way through from initial planning till the end of the evening. The venue is simply stunning, the staff are excellent and the catering was of a very high standard. '

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