Events at The Old Bailey
The Old Bailey offers a rare chance to host your corporate event inside London’s Central Criminal Court. Available after court hours, the venue’s grand marble spaces and historic murals provide a unique setting for gala dinners, award nights, product launches, and networking receptions. With exclusive catering by Social Pantry and AV facilities included, your event will be managed with precision and remembered for its impact.
A Snapshot of The Old Bailey
- Corporate events in a historic London landmark
- Grand Hall seats 240 or 300 standing
- Catering exclusively by Social Pantry
- Central London location with easy transport links
- Marble halls, domed ceilings and historic murals
Capacity
Up to
240
Sitting 
Up to
300
Standing Facilities
Smithfield Carpark
Spaces At This Venue
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Ground Floor
An elegant marble-lined reception area ideal for pre-dinner drinks, networking or standing receptions for up to 300 guests.
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Grand Hall
The Grand Hall is the venue’s showpiece, featuring soaring ceilings, marble columns, and historic murals, making it ideal for gala dinners or grand celebrations.
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An elegant marble-lined reception area ideal for pre-dinner drinks, networking or standing receptions for up to 300 guests.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 300Sitting: 0 - 150
Features
Audiovisual (AV) equipmentAccessible venue
The Grand Hall is the venue’s showpiece, featuring soaring ceilings, marble columns, and historic murals, making it ideal for gala dinners or grand celebrations.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 240Standing: 0 - 300
Features
Audiovisual (AV) equipmentAccessible venue
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
Corporate hire fees start at £3,000 excluding catering. Pricing varies depending on the number of guests, day of the week, and event timing.
Catering is exclusively provided by Social Pantry, offering tailored menus for formal dinners, celebrations and business events.
Yes, The Old Bailey is fully accessible with disabled parking available on Old Bailey Road.
On weekdays, events may begin after 5:30 pm. Full-day hire is available on weekends. The alcohol licence runs until 11:30 pm, with extensions available.
