Bishopsgate Institute
Historic Building
230 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4QH
–
Liverpool Street Station (400 yd)
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Spaces for hire at Bishopsgate Institute
from £460
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Upper Hall
200
220
Originally the Ladies’ Reading Room for the Library, the Upper Hall is a versatile space full of natural light.
A blank canvas, the space can be configured in a variety of ways, and is often used in conjunction with the Great Hall. The Upper Hall has been used to hold rehearsals, book launches, birthday parties, and more.
To ensure everything run...
from £600
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Great Hall
270
300
For decades, the Great Hall at Bishopsgate Institute has played host to galas, lectures, conferences, and performances. The space is complete with a stage, lighting rig and full AV capabilities, and is perfect for large receptions and special occasions.
To ensure everything runs smoothly, you’ll be supported by our dedicated event planners, AV sup...
from £200
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Library
60
110
True to the building’s historical and cultural heritage, the Library has hosted generations of enquiring minds.
Today, the Library houses a collection of rare reference materials and is home to one of the UK’s most subversive archives. Stepping into the polished wooden interior feels warm and welcoming, and the Library is an ideal space for guests...
from £950
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Courtyard Room
50
60
The Courtyard Room is named for its hidden outdoor space. A popular choice for meetings and workshops, it includes an in-built screen and ample seating space.
Why not add a memorable element to your day with our historical archives? Our add-on packages include archive displays, workshops with world-class experts, and private tours. Discover the st...
from £504
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Townsend Room
10
Part of the former clerk’s offices, the Townsend Room comes equipped with contemporary AV facilities and is ideal for small meetings, interviews, and training days. It also serves as a break-out space alongside the Boardroom.
Whether you’re coming to an event or visiting the venue, we aim to be as accessible and inclusive as possible within the re...
Prices and opening hours
Monday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Tuesday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Library
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Wednesday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Library
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Thursday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Library
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Friday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Saturday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Library
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Sunday
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200–£600
hire fee per hour
Upper Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£460
hire fee per hour
Great Hall
8:30 –
0:00
from
£600
hire fee per hour
Library
8:30 –
0:00
from
£200
hire fee per hour
Courtyard Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£950
hire fee per day
Townsend Room
8:30 –
17:30
from
£504
hire fee per day
Facilities and catering options
Up to 300
standing
Up to 270
seats
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Accommodation available
BYO alcohol
About Bishopsgate Institute
Bishopsgate Institute is a historic and atmospheric location for unique private and corporate events.
Located just two minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street Station, our flexible spaces could be the perfect venue for your London wedding, conference, meeting, rehearsal or film shoot.
Our Grade II* listed building features the wood-panelled Victorian Library, the grand Great Hall, fully equipped meeting and rehearsal rooms, and unique period details throughout.
With capacities ranging from 5 to 400 guests, we provide amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi, AV support, and the expertise of experienced event managers. Additionally, our offerings include remarkable extras like workshops that delve into our remarkable archives.
Bishopsgate Institute is a charity. By hiring one of our spaces, you are helping us take care of our beautiful building and historic archives.
Located just two minutes’ walk from Liverpool Street Station, our flexible spaces could be the perfect venue for your London wedding, conference, meeting, rehearsal or film shoot.
Our Grade II* listed building features the wood-panelled Victorian Library, the grand Great Hall, fully equipped meeting and rehearsal rooms, and unique period details throughout.
With capacities ranging from 5 to 400 guests, we provide amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi, AV support, and the expertise of experienced event managers. Additionally, our offerings include remarkable extras like workshops that delve into our remarkable archives.
Bishopsgate Institute is a charity. By hiring one of our spaces, you are helping us take care of our beautiful building and historic archives.
