Apothecaries’ Hall

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Apothecaries’ Hall

Black Friars Lane, London EC4V 6EJ

A discreet, delightful setting a stones throw both from St Paul’s and the Old Bailey. It is one of the oldest Livery Halls in the City of London.

Apothecaries’ Hall comprises four historic spaces with a most magical atmosphere and is filled with fascinating artifacts, perfect for dinners, receptions, conferences, and other special occasions.

The Great Hall is oak panelled with beautiful stained glass.The Court Room and adjoining Parlour are filled with fine paintings and antiquities and offer atmospheric reception spaces. Available by special request for corporate, city, charity and some private events.

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Apothecaries’ Hall

Great Hall

The beautifully furbished Great Hall remains as it was in 1670 with a carved screen at the south end of the room, a minstrels’ gallery at the north end, and an oak floor, dating from 1671. The room is full of life sized portraits and stunning stained glass containing Coats of Arms of Past Masters and former Officers of the Society.

The central 24-branch candelabrum suspended from the ceiling was presented to the Society by Sir Benjamin Rawling, who was Sheriff of London and Master in 1736.

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Court Room

The oak panelled Court Room is reminiscent of the Great Hall in look and dates from the same period.

The room is dominated by two large stained glass windows, one depicting the Society’s Coat of Arms, the other the Stuart Royal Arms. Portraits adorn the walls, and the painting which hangs over the fireplace is that of Gideon de Laune, Royal Apothecary to Queen Anne and founder of the Society. It was presented to the Society of Apothecaries in 1641.

The Court Room and adjacent Parlour are connected via oak doors.

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The Shop

The Shop provides an elegant entrance and foyer to the hall complete with a champagne bar and a roaring fire. French doors open to the courtyard making it ideal for summer pre-dinner drinks and receptions.

The bar takes its inspiration from the original dispensing counter and drawers whilst original apothecary jars decorate the walls.

This beautiful room can be used as an additional reception space before dinner or for post-dinner drinks. It can also be used in conjunction with the courtyard in the summer.

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