The Livery Hall is the larger of our two function rooms, and the setting for the Worshipful Company of Bakers’ many Livery dinners and luncheons. The rich warm tones of Brazilian mahogany panelling combine with the vibrant red of our brand new suite of luxuriously comfortable dining chairs to create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere to any dining experience or conference. The Hall’s crowning glory however, must be the Piper Windows, designed by painter, glazier and war artist John Piper. These three windows were specially commissioned to commemorate the three halls which previously occupied the site, and were lost to the Great Fire of 1666, the Thames Street Fire of 1715, and the Blitz in 1940. Their contrasting palette of deep and brooding midnight blue lifted by sudden, vibrant oranges and reds, adds to the character of the space, and provides a splash of brilliant colours on sunny days. There is also a minstrel’s gallery, equipped with a baby grand piano, which overlooks the Livery Hall, should you wish for some musical accompaniment for your event. The room is also equipped with a sound system and an induction loop for those with impaired hearing.

The Court Room is the meeting place of the Court of the Worshipful Company of Bakers. In times past, this historic body oversaw the baking trade in the City, and punished transgressors. The Master Baker, his Wardens and Assistants still meet here formally, four times a year, to plot the direction of the Company and administer its charitable and other functions. The Court Room is full of character, boasting a Master’s dais, an electric organ, and a small selection of art-works donated to the Company over the years, including a full-length portrait of Sir Paul Newall, the last Baker to be Lord Mayor. It is a mid-sized function room, equally well-suited to dining, meetings and receptions.

The Print Room is located just off the Charter gallery. It is ideal for small meetings, and can also be hired along with our other function rooms as a breakout area for larger events, subject to availability.

The Charter Gallery is a perfect space for drink- and canapé receptions prior to your event, as well as a breakout space for coffee and refreshments during all-day events. Use of the Charter Gallery is included in the hire of either of our main function rooms, subject to availability. Alternatively it can be hired on its own as a reception space.