Guildhall
Located in the heart of the City of London, Guildhall is one of the capital’s most magnificent and historically significant event venues. Steeped in over 800 years of history, this iconic landmark offers a setting of rare architectural grandeur — ideal for prestigious corporate occasions and large-scale gala events.
At the centre of the venue is the breathtaking Great Hall, a vast medieval space featuring soaring ceilings, dramatic stained glass windows and impressive stone architecture. It provides an unforgettable backdrop for:
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Gala dinners for up to 700 guests
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Awards ceremonies
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Corporate celebrations
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Livery-style banquets
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High-profile receptions
For conferences and presentations, the purpose-built Old Library and additional breakout spaces offer flexibility for plenary sessions, seminars and networking areas — all within the same historic complex.
Despite its heritage status, Guildhall is fully equipped to support modern production requirements, including staging, lighting design, AV installations and branding opportunities. Its central location ensures excellent transport links, making it convenient for both UK and international guests.
Guildhall delivers scale, prestige and architectural drama in equal measure — a venue that instantly elevates the importance and impact of any corporate event.
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Get my Free Venue ShortlistThe Great Hall
The Great Hall is a medieval wonder; to one side is the exquisite gothic window, above the 89 foot high stone arch roof and the side walls hold the Romanesque Windows, all of which creates a fabulous atmosphere ideal for gala events.
The Crypts
The East and West Crypts are thought to be the finest crypts in England and with Stained Glass Windows within the East Crypt and six clusters of circular Purbeck Marble in the West, these majestic rooms are ideal for private receptions and dinners.
The Old Library
The Old Library is a light, spacious room with high ceilings and stain glass windows; it is perfect for concerts and receptions, and being adjoined by the print room, a great break-out room, it is also perfect for large meetings.
The Livery Hall
The Livery Hall is suitable for receptions and dinners; however with the in-house screen and projector it is also ideal for presentations.
Room Information
Guildhall has 6 rooms. The largest, Great Hall, holds up to 900 guests standing or 700 seated.
- Great Hall700 seated900 standing
- Livery Hall250 seated330 standing
- East Crypt200 seated250 standing
- West Crypt180 seated250 standing
- Old Library & Print Room350 seated550 standing
- Chief Commoners Parlour24 seated40 standing
Travel Information
St. Paul’s
Bank (about 5 min walk)
Getting to Guildhall by public transport
In Central London, Guildhall is served by St. Paul’s (Tube) and Bank (Tube).
Getting to Guildhall by car
For sat nav, use the postcode EC2V 7HH.
Guildhall is in the City of London. Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zone rules may apply to vehicles driven in London, so check Transport for London for the latest charges.
Getting to Guildhall by air
The nearest major airports are London City (about 6.4 miles away) and Heathrow (about 16 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.
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