

Skinners' Hall, The Great Hall
Worshipful Company of Skinners, Skinners Hall, 8 Dowgate Hill, London, EC4R 2SP -
Up to
300 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
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Skinners’ Hall dates from 1670 when it reopened having been rebuilt after the Great Fire of London. The Hall comprimises of a variety of outstanding inside and outside spaces offering great flexibility. This fine facility combines stately halls, elegant chambers and homely rooms with a warm atmosphere and modern amenities.
Entrance is via the ceremonial gates and charming paved courtyard, inspired by Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winners Tommaso del Buono and Paul Gazerwitz. The building has many unique features which include a round gallery and open fire, the magnificent polished East India Table and the beautiful Italianate roof terrace. The Skinners’ Hall also features unique works by the prolific Anglo/Welsh artist Frank Brangwyn, among other historically important artworks.
Skinners' Hall is an exceptional destination for special events. Our devoted and efficient staff can accommodate almost any configuration from an intimate private dinner, meeting, conference, wedding to a roaring party for three hundred guests.
Do not hesitate to get in touch - no request is too big or small.
The Great Hall, can accommodate up to 170 guests for dinner or a meeting and up to 300 for standing receptions. Dating back to 1670 the Hall is oak panelled with high ceilings and plenty of natural daylight.
Amongst the remarkable features of the Great Hall is an exquisite silver display case, coats of arms and large panels painted by Sir Frank William Brangwyn - a perfect talking point between your guests at any event.
The Great Hall can be used for a range of events and is adapted to a variety of layouts based on your requirements. It sits adjacent to the Old Court Room and can be used in conjunction with the Committee Room and the Outer Hall (break-out rooms), with two courtyards for al-fresco entertaining at ground floor level.
The Great Hall
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 300
Dining
up to 170
Theatre
up to 170
Boardroom
up to 170
Cabaret
up to 170
Classroom
up to 170
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Amenities
Stage
Cloakroom
Disabled access
Lectern
Public transport
Premises parking
Breakout rooms
Location
The Great Hall