A restaurant with an outdoor seating area and historic stone archway at Temple Bar London.
A bar with a long table set for dining, white linens, candelabras, and a large arched window at Temple Bar London.
A bar with a long dining table set with candelabra, red chairs, and arched windows at Temple Bar London.
A bar with red walls, large windows, and a wooden table set with black napkins, glassware, and floral centerpieces at Temple Bar London.

Temple Bar London

Historic Building

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2 Paternoster Square, London, EC4M 7DX –
St. Paul's Station (0.1 mi)
From £240
hire fee
Up to 45
seats
Up to 20
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Historic gateway in Paternoster Square dating from the 1600s, with a striking arch and ties to the City’s architectural heritage. Ideal for private dinners, receptions, or cultural events.

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Spaces for hire at Temple Bar London

Entire Venue at Temple Bar London
Entire Venue
Historic Building
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Whole venue
45 seats
20 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
The historic Temple Bar, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1672, is located in the shadow St Paul’s Cathedral in the City of London. The Wren Room and Temple Bar Chamber are available to hire for private dining, receptions and meetings. The Temple Bar Chamber With 350 years of history, this is a unique room with a fascinating backg...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Play your own music
from £240 hire fee
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Thursday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Saturday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Sunday
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour
Entire Venue
8:00 – 22:00
from £240 hire fee per hour

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 20
standing
Up to 45
seats
External catering allowed
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Temple Bar London

Temple Bar London is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Temple Bar London is a ceremonial 17th‑century City gateway repurposed as the Architects' Livery Company's education and dining venue.

Venue highlights: The venue provides a selection of hireable rooms for dinners, receptions and meetings, including a formal chamber suited to drinks and mingling. The interiors pair carved stonework and restrained, functional furnishings so events retain a historic, formal character while remaining adaptable for presentations or private meals.

Best for: Corporate meetings and board dinners; private dining and receptions; architectural or heritage society talks and lectures.

Location: Paternoster Square, adjacent to St Paul's Cathedral. The square's mix of contemporary buildings, public art and cafés gives guests visible landmarks and nearby options for pre- or post-event gatherings.

What guests say: The venue's AV system and on-site kitchen support presentations, remote calls and plated or buffet catering for private hires. The venue's staff provide flexible, responsive event coordination and the building includes lift and stair-lift access for guests with mobility needs.

FAQ

No, it is not a restaurant. Catering is provided by outside caterers who must be commissioned directly.

Yes, decor options are up to the client.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 3 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Temple Bar London, the following catering options are available:

  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

Temple Bar London does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Temple Bar London:

  • Entire Venue hosting 15 guests: £600

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

Temple Bar London is located at 2 Paternoster Square, in City of London. The nearest metro station is St. Paul's Station.

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St. Paul's Station (0.1 mi)
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