The Royal Courts of Justice, London, WC2
The Great Hall, with its marble mosaic floor, soaring arches and beautiful stained - glass windows, provides a majestic setting for events, ranging from receptions for 800, to dinners for 650 guests.
Opened by Queen Victoria in 1882, following eleven years of construction, and home to the High Court of Justice and the Court of Appeal, The Royal Courts of Justice is an awe-inspiring venue in which to host a variety of events. Designed by renowned architect, George Edmund Street, this is one of the last great Gothic revival buildings in England.
Overlooking The Great Hall, and housing an exhibition of legal costumes, the Costume Display Gallery highlights the true purpose of this building, and suits smaller capacity events.
The Bear Garden, allegedly named by Queen Victoria after the crowds of litigants and lawyers there which reminded her of the occupants of a bear pit, the Painted Room and West Green Building Court Lobby are further smaller areas available for hire in this grandiose building.
| The Great Hall | |
|---|---|
| Sit down dinner | 650 |
| Stand up reception | 800 |
| Crypt | |
| Stand up reception | 400 |
| West Green | |
| Stand up reception | 100 |
| Costume Display Gallery | |
| Stand up reception | 260 |
| Bear Garden | |
| Stand up reception | 110 |
