The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn - London
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8 South Square
London
Greater London
WC1R 5ET
0207 458 7960
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The Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn description
Wedding Venue / Business Meeting Rooms / Hotel / Conference Centre / Party Venue / Historic Venue / Marquee Venue
Large (1-300)
As one of the four Inns of Court, it has a rich and colourful history in maintaining the independence, quality and integrity of the Bar and the Judiciary.
Today, Gray’s Inn offers the finest facilities and most impressive corporate conference and private function services in a magnificent and welcoming setting. This prestigious and exquisite venue is available for a wide variety of corporate and private events and weddings.
Our innovative meeting, conferencing, banqueting and wedding service provides a personal and professional consultation to ensure impeccable planning and attention to detail, allowing complete peace of mind.
Venue suitability
This venue is suitable for the following uses:
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Venue facilities
30 spaces
Within 0 metres
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Other venue facilities
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Explore the rooms this venue has for hire by expanding the sections below.
Encapsulating the true nature, life and history of Gray’s Inn, the Hall has changed little since Elizabethan times. It manages effortlessly to combine intimacy, tradition and grandeur for any occasion, whether it is a formal corporate conference or a memorable private wedding reception.
Captivating in its traditional surroundings, the Hall is decorated with historic paintings and heraldic shields. Several of the exquisite stained glass windows date back to 1462.The historic Armada screen is believed to be made of oak timbers from a captured ship of the Spanish Armada and given to the Inn by Queen Elizabeth I.
The Hall offers a distinguished venue for a wide variety of events, from informal wedding parties and gala balls to formal dinners and corporate receptions.
The Hall is licensed for civil weddings.
Capacity
As meeting room:
84
For dining:
176
As theatre:
200
For dancing:
150
For a reception:
350
18m x 10m
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A bright and airy room located on the first floor, reached by an impressive sweeping oak staircase, this formal banqueting room is discreet yet very versatile. It features a series of ornate chandeliers and a magnificent marble fireplace.
The Large Pension Room is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies and is much sought after for dinners and wedding receptions. It may also be used in conjunction with the Benchers’ Library for select and private group meetings, lectures or presentations.
Capacity
As meeting room:
56
For dining:
70
As theatre:
120
For dancing:
50
For a reception:
150
17m x 8m
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A lavish and charming banqueting room surrounded by oak panelled walls with a beautiful mahogany table.
The ceiling proves a distinctive feature, adorned with ornate moulds of red roses that surround the large seal of the Duchy of Lancaster.
Perfectly suited for small board meetings, presentations, select dinner parties or for aperitifs before a private dinner
Capacity
As meeting room:
16
For dining:
16
For a reception:
30
8m x 6m
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Exuding an air of peace and tranquillity, free of distractions from the bustling streets of Central London, this historic room features a high ceiling with large elegant windows overlooking Gray’s Inn Square. Its décor provides the ideal atmosphere for intimate occasions.
The Benchers’ Library is the perfect setting for small meetings, private lunches and dinners.
Capacity
As meeting room:
12
For dining:
12
As theatre:
10
For a reception:
20
8m x 5m
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Located on the first floor in an adjoining building opposite the Hall, this exclusive and versatile banqueting room provides a peaceful view overlooking the beautifully landscaped squares.
The Bingham Room boasts integrated AV equipment, including a PA system, LCD projector, screen and AMX touch panel. It also has direct access to kitchen and catering facilities and can be used in conjunction with the adjacent Bridge Bar, making it an ideal setting for theatre or boardroom style meetings, seminars and lectures.
Capacity
As meeting room:
56
For dining:
80
As theatre:
100
For a reception:
120
9m x 6m
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The Rose Heilbron Room provides top of the range, video conferencing facilities, in central London.
With dual screens, double cameras and a touch screen control panel, users will be able to make both IP and ISDN video calls. A link up with the equipment in the Bingham Room means that larger audiences will also be able to benefit from the facility. We also offer complimentary wi-fi.
The HD equipment installed in the room ensures that it can be used for boardroom meetings, presentations and seminars.
The room will be available to hire by the hour, with a whole day rate for those wishing to make use of the room for more than just a quick link up. The room has natural daylight and air conditioning.
Capacity
As meeting room:
22
8m x 5m
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Gray’s Inn gardens are known as The Walks and were originally laid out in 1608 by the then Treasurer, Sir Francis Bacon, whose statue can be seen in the South Square.
The Walks remain among the largest private gardens in London: five acres of perfectly maintained park entered through a pair of impressive iron gates.
The park provides a peaceful oasis amidst the busy streets of Central London and is available throughout the year.
During the summer The Walks are equipped with a graceful and elegant marquee which is hard floored and carpeted throughout. The versatile structure holds endless opportunities for a wide variety of summer events.
The Walks and the Marquee offer a distinguished setting for private and corporate parties, wedding receptions, concerts, barbecues and other outdoor events.
Capacity
As meeting room:
300
For dining:
350
As theatre:
300
For dancing:
250
For a reception:
600
30m x 12m
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