Located near Liverpool Street in the City of London, St Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace offers unusual venue hire within a restored 14th-century church and courtyard garden. Combining historic architecture with flexible event facilities, the venue works for everything from conferences and corporate events to birthday parties, award ceremonies, drinks receptions, workshops and garden parties. The venue can accommodate up to 150 guests and is available for exclusive hire.
The Nave is St Ethelburga’s main event space, hosting up to 85 seated guests or 150 standing. Original medieval arches, stained-glass windows and soaring ceilings create a dramatic historic backdrop, while adaptable seating layouts allow the space to work equally well for banquets, talks, conferences and live music events. The Nave also includes high-speed Wi-Fi, speakers, projector facilities, flipcharts, disability access and access to the kitchen.
Elsewhere, the Bedouin Tent and Garden provides a more intimate setting for up to 30 guests. Set within a peaceful courtyard oasis, the circular handwoven tent creates a striking atmosphere for workshops, away days, baby showers and smaller gatherings. Surrounded by greenery and tucked away from the surrounding city streets, the garden space can also be styled with flowers, fairy lights, banquet tables and decorations depending on the occasion.
St Ethelburga’s historic setting blends ancient stone arches and warm lighting with contemporary event facilities. Outside, the courtyard garden offers a calm central London setting framed by lanterns, plants and outdoor seating areas.
External caterers are permitted, allowing organisers to tailor events around everything from canapes and buffet dining to formal sit-down meals. Drinks packages and bar setups can also be arranged depending on the style of event. The adaptable spaces, central location and distinctive architecture additionally make St Ethelburga’s a popular filming and photography location within the City.