The function rooms at Barber-Surgeons' Hall

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Much of the first Hall was destroyed by the Great Fire in 1666.  A further tragedy occurred in 1940 when the Hall was completely destroyed by enemy action.  These disasters paved the way for the building of the present Hall, which was opened in May 1969 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother.

Ideally located in the City just off London Wall, within walking distance of both mainline and tube stations, the Barber Surgeons' Hall offers flexible accommodation and in the Summer the terrace adjacent to the Livery Hall can also be used for reception drinks.

The Great Hall, the Reception room, the Court and Charter Room, or the whole Hall are available for receptions, formal dinners, presentation lunches and other events.  Hiring is arranged through Chester Boyd the caterers.  Accommodation is very flexible and can be configured to meet your requirements.  Maximum numbers for a formal meal are 120, and some 250 for a reception.

For convenience we divide the day into four sessions,

bullettwo at standard rate - 8-11 a.m. and 3-6 p.m.
bullettwo at premium rate - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and 6 - 10.30 p.m.

 

Great Hall and Reception Room Court and Charter Room Whole Hall
Standard rate £325 £150 £400
Premium rate £650 £300 £800

To go to our caterer, who takes our bookings, phone (020) 7653 6666, 

email Lara@chesterboyd.co.uk,

 

The Hall, although of a stunning modern design, is steeped in the history of the Livery Company.  Charters dating back to 1462, and the Act of Parliament of 1540 when Henry VIII incorporated the Barbers and the Surgeons, can be seen.   This event was commemorated by Hans Holbein in the famous picture which hangs in the Dining Hall, showing the King handing the document to Thomas Vicary, his Serjeant-Surgeon and Master of the Company.

The Reception Room, a meeting place adjacent to the Hall

 

 

 
The Court Room

This photo, taken before redecoration, shows the type of layout possible with a simple horse-shoe.  Other arrangements of the tables are possible.