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Apothecaries' Hall

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Venue Type

Historic Venue

City

London

Region

Central London

Standing

300

theatre

180

dinner

170

bedrooms

About Venue

Located just moments from St Paul's Cathedral and Blackfriars in the heart of the City of London, Apothecaries' Hall is one of the capital's oldest and most prestigious livery halls. Dating back to the seventeenth century, the Grade I listed venue combines remarkable Jacobean architecture with elegant event spaces and beautiful period interiors, creating an exceptional setting for conferences, private dining, awards dinners and corporate receptions.

Rich in history and heritage, the Hall has welcomed distinguished guests for over 350 years whilst continuing to provide outstanding facilities for modern events. Its collection of historic rooms, oak-panelled interiors and traditional courtyard setting create an atmosphere unlike any contemporary conference venue.

Available for exclusive hire, Apothecaries' Hall offers an unforgettable London experience, combining timeless elegance with exceptional hospitality and a highly accessible City location.

Event Spaces

Great Hall

The venue's principal event space features magnificent oak panelling, ornate plaster ceilings and historic portraits, creating a spectacular environment for awards dinners, conferences, private dining and receptions.

Parlour

An elegant reception and dining room ideal for networking events, executive dinners, presentations and hospitality events within an intimate historic setting.

Court Room

A versatile meeting space suitable for board meetings, workshops, seminars and breakout sessions, offering natural daylight and period features.

Courtyard

The charming private courtyard provides a unique setting for arrival drinks, networking receptions and summer hospitality, complementing events taking place within the Hall.

Exclusive Hire

The venue can be hired exclusively, allowing organisers to utilise multiple historic spaces for conferences, dinners, receptions and multi-room event programmes.

Facilities and Services

Apothecaries' Hall offers integrated AV facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, dedicated event management, exclusive hire, in-house catering, breakout spaces, natural daylight, accessible facilities and traditional historic interiors within a prestigious City venue.

Location and Access

Situated on Black Friars Lane in the heart of the City of London, Apothecaries' Hall enjoys a prestigious location just moments from St Paul's Cathedral and the River Thames. Tucked away within a quiet historic courtyard, the venue offers a peaceful setting while remaining exceptionally well connected to London's financial district and legal quarter. Blackfriars Station is just a two-minute walk away, with City Thameslink, St Paul's and Mansion House stations also within easy walking distance, providing excellent Underground and National Rail connections across the capital. The venue benefits from accessible access to its principal event spaces, while dedicated supplier access via the courtyard allows efficient loading and event setup for conferences, dinners and corporate functions.

Ideal For

Awards Dinners
Conferences
Private Dining
Networking Events
Product Launches
Corporate Receptions
Board Meetings
Training Sessions
Charity Galas
Christmas Parties
Executive Hospitality
Presentations

Key Features

Grade I Listed Livery Hall
Historic Jacobean Architecture
Oak Panelled Great Hall
Private Courtyard
Exclusive Hire Available
City of London Location
Natural Daylight
Integrated AV Facilities
Award-Winning Catering
Walking Distance from St Paul's
Historic London Landmark
Prestigious Corporate Venue

Why Hire

Apothecaries' Hall offers one of London's most elegant and historic event settings, combining centuries of heritage with exceptional hospitality and flexible event facilities. The venue's magnificent Great Hall and intimate supporting spaces create an unforgettable backdrop for conferences, awards dinners and private dining, whilst its exclusive atmosphere provides guests with a truly unique London experience.

Its central City location and remarkable architecture make it one of London's hidden gems for corporate events and celebrations.