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Up to 450standing
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High Holbornarea
About this space
Great Hall Terrace holds up to 450 standing
Views of Grade I listed Great Hall building
Private gardens within Lincoln's Inn Estate
Great Hall backup for adverse weather
Extended party option until midnight
Weekday hire 18:00-21:00, weekend from 12:00
Our Great Hall Terrace can hold up to 450 for a standing reception. The space is perfect for summer receptions and BBQs with views of the beautiful Great Hall building and rest of the Lincoln's Inn Estate.
Hire of the Great Hall Terrace is from 1800-2100 on weekdays and is available to hire from 1200 on weekends. Hire of the Terrace comes with the Great Hall so in adverse weather the Great Hall can be used. After 2100 you can continue the party in the Great Hall until midnight.
Features
exclusivity
outdoor event space
outside event space
private gardens
roof terrace
summer events space
summer party
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Space
Disabled Access
Outdoor Space
Capacities
450Reception
450Standing
Guide prices
Indicative pricing based on standard rates. Request an instant quote for your exact brief.
What are the capacity limits and minimum requirements for the Great Hall Terrace?
The Great Hall Terrace can accommodate up to 450 guests for standing receptions. Meeting spaces require a minimum of 30 guests, and for events requiring the Old Hall/Crypt, there's a minimum of 120 guests for dinner events.
What are the operating hours and time restrictions for terrace events?
The Great Hall Terrace is available for hire from 18:00-21:00 on weekdays and from 12:00 onwards on weekends. After 21:00, you can continue the party in the Great Hall until midnight, with all guests departed by 00:30.
What happens if there's bad weather during my outdoor event?
Hire of the Terrace includes access to the Great Hall as a wet weather backup option. In case of adverse weather, your event can move inside to the Great Hall, which accommodates up to 450 for standing receptions.
Are there any seasonal closures I should be aware of?
Lincoln's Inn is closed for the entire month of August and has Easter closures from 17 April at 15:00, reopening on 28 April. Plan your summer events accordingly as no bookings are accepted during August.
What are the catering requirements and restrictions?
All catering must be provided by Lincoln's Inn's in-house team - outside food is not permitted. For events with minimum food and beverage requirements, expect costs around £13,950 + VAT minimum spend, with day delegate rates starting from £91 + VAT per person.
What are the setup and breakdown time allowances?
Events typically allow access for setup from 16:00 or 17:30 depending on the booking, with de-rig required by 23:00 for most events. Conference events can access from 08:00, and all guests must be departed by the specified end times with no extensions beyond 00:30.
Can I bring my own entertainment or DJ for garden parties?
While the venue mentions that guests occasionally bring their own entertainment, specific restrictions aren't detailed in available information. Contact the events team to discuss entertainment requirements and any sound limitations for outdoor events.
What are the pricing structures for different event types?
Room hire costs vary significantly by space and timing - the Great Hall and lawn hire costs £7,350 + VAT for 11:00-16:00 slots. Christmas packages start at £176 + VAT per person for 90+ guests, and dry hire options like the Old Hall cost £6,600 + VAT.
Are there restrictions on event types that can be held on the terrace?
The venue is not suitable for certain events like sixth form proms, and some events may be declined if they don't align with the venue's standards. The terrace is specifically noted as perfect for summer receptions and BBQs.
What conference and meeting facilities are available if I need indoor backup space?
The Ashworth Centre offers a lecture theatre for up to 130 guests (available 08:00-17:00, all guests departed by 17:30) and the Conference Suite accommodates 90-158 delegates with full day delegate packages including AV facilities and catering.
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