Looking to host an extraordinary event in one of London’s most historic locations? St Bartholomew the Great, London’s oldest parish church founded in 1123, offers spectacular venue hire opportunities in the heart of the Barbican. Combining medieval grandeur with versatile event spaces, this iconic venue is perfect for weddings, corporate events, private parties, music performances, and cultural gatherings.
The Ancient Cloister, with its stunning vaulted ceiling and ribbed stone arches, accommodates up to 50 seated guests or 80 to 100 standing, making it ideal for receptions, banquet dinners, or intimate celebrations. The venue is fully licensed for alcohol and provides a flexible blank canvas that can be customised to suit your event’s specific requirements, while food can be arranged with external caterers.
For larger gatherings, the main area of the church seats approximately 240 guests, extendable to 500 with additional seating, which makes it a popular choice for grand dinners, concerts, and large-scale events. The nearby Bartholomew the Less offers a more intimate space seating up to 100 guests, and is renowned for its superb acoustics. So if you've got a music element in mind, perhaps with a choir, this venue is just the ticket.
Event hire at St Bartholomew the Great allows enjoy exclusive access to this historic landmark with modern event facilities and access to trusted local suppliers, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Whether planning a product launch, networking event, or celebratory party, booking venue hire at St Bartholomew the Great guarantees a memorable occasion set against over 900 years of history. In fact, when Benjamin Franklin first arrived in London, he found work in a printing workshop which was once the Lady Chapel of the Priory - a building which was bought back by the church in 1885.