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Venue Type
Church
City
London
Region
Central London
Standing
1440
theatre
900
dinner
400
bedrooms
0
About
Union Chapel
Located in the heart of Islington, North London, Union Chapel is one of the capital's most iconic Grade I listed event venues, combining spectacular Victorian Gothic architecture with award-winning acoustics and flexible event facilities. Originally completed in 1877, the venue offers an extraordinary setting for conferences, awards ceremonies, product launches, concerts, gala dinners and exclusive corporate events.
Often described as one of London's most beautiful performance venues, Union Chapel seamlessly blends historic grandeur with contemporary production capabilities. The magnificent Main Auditorium is complemented by a collection of supporting spaces including the Upper Hall and Committee Room, allowing organisers to deliver everything from large conferences and live performances to workshops, receptions and breakout sessions.
Situated just off Upper Street in Islington, the venue enjoys excellent transport links while offering a distinctive alternative to traditional conference centres and event spaces. Revenue generated through venue hire also supports the building's conservation and its charitable community programmes.
Event Spaces
Main Auditorium
The Main Auditorium is a spectacular Gothic Revival space featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, stained-glass windows and internationally renowned acoustics. The flexible auditorium can accommodate conferences, awards ceremonies, gala dinners, concerts, product launches, film screenings and corporate presentations within an unforgettable historic setting.
Upper Hall
The Upper Hall provides an atmospheric and characterful space ideal for workshops, breakout sessions, meetings, networking events and film shoots. It also serves as an excellent support space alongside larger events taking place within the chapel.
Committee Room
The Committee Room offers a smaller private space suitable for board meetings, speaker preparation, interviews, production offices and VIP hospitality.
Facilities and Services
Union Chapel offers high-speed Wi-Fi, professional sound and lighting infrastructure, production support, accessible facilities and flexible event layouts. The venue supports conferences, performances, filming, rehearsals and corporate events with experienced venue management and catering options available through its in-house partners.
Ideal For
Conferences
Corporate Events
Awards Ceremonies
Product Launches
Concerts
Film Screenings
Networking Receptions
Lectures
Charity Events
Exclusive Hire
Key Features
Grade I Listed Building
Victorian Gothic Architecture
Award-Winning Acoustics
Historic Auditorium
Flexible Event Spaces
Professional Production Facilities
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Exclusive Hire Available
Islington Location
Excellent Transport Links
Grade I Listed Building
Victorian Gothic Architecture
Award-Winning Acoustics
Historic Auditorium
Flexible Event Spaces
Professional Production Facilities
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Exclusive Hire Available
Islington Location
Excellent Transport Links
Why Hire
Union Chapel combines magnificent Victorian architecture with exceptional acoustics and flexible event facilities to create one of London's most distinctive venues. Its remarkable atmosphere, adaptable event spaces and outstanding accessibility make it ideal for conferences, awards ceremonies, concerts and corporate events seeking a memorable setting.
Capabilities
Venue Features
Venue Tech
Venue Catering
Venue Gallery
Location
Location and Access
Located on Compton Terrace in Islington, the venue is approximately 0.2 miles from Highbury & Islington Station and 0.5 miles from Essex Road Station, providing London Underground, Overground and National Rail connections across the capital. London City Airport is approximately 9 miles away, while supplier access and event logistics can be coordinated with the venue team.
London City Airport | 9.0 miles
Highbury & Islington Station | 0.2 miles
Essex Road Station | 0.5 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
3
meeting rooms
3
bedrooms
0
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