If you’re searching for a venue with pedigree and a story to match, the fascinating The Insurance Hall is one of the finest examples.

With stunning Tudor-style architecture, beautiful decor, and all the tech you could ask for (not to mention its own resident ghost!), our venue is a strong choice for any event, from award ceremonies to company updates and conferences. And, here’s why your events will be a success at The Insurance Hall!

Steeped in history

Home to the UK’s insurance sector since 1932, the building is steeped in the area’s history. From the site’s origins as the location of a manor house, through its incarnations as an inn and wool merchant’s hall, to the current building’s use as a first aid station in WWII, this location has seen its fair share of action!

The current building was designed to hark back to Tudor days and was opened by King George V – who later became patron of the Chartered Insurance Institute in 1934. The building is full of nods to the past: on the second floor landing you will find the commercial sign of The Axe, the inn that stood on the site from the 14th century until it was destroyed by the Great Fire of 1666. And in The Great Hall, huge stained-glass windows that pays homage to the insurance companies that funded the building of the hall.

This venue wears its history on its sleeve – and guests are guaranteed to be fascinated by the history written on the walls. Most intriguing, perhaps, is the legend of ‘The White Lady’, the ghost of a murdered nun from the convent that was once adjacent to the site, who is said to be seen once every five years… the prospect of spotting an apparition is sure to draw in the delegates like nothing else!

Grand and beautiful backdrop

If you want to charm your guests with a beautiful setting, The Insurance Hall is one of the finest around. It was one of the few buildings in the area that remained intact through the bombing in the war, and retains many of its original features, including stunning stained-glass windows, carved wooden panelling, and unique lights in The Great Hall.

The Great Hall also offers a lobby reception area, fixed stage and minstrel gallery, which makes setting up the space for your event a breeze. Perfect for hosting inspiring conferences, exhibitions, receptions, graduation ceremonies and parties, the space is flexible and full of character and lends itself to all kinds of theming and branding opportunities.

With an abundance of natural light and plenty of space, the venue is ideal for impressing guests and can accommodate up to 280 theatre-style in The Great Hall alone, or up to 300 for a standing reception.

Our supportive team are on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly

The period charm of our venue doesn’t get in the way of a smooth and impressive event however, alongside the stunning architecture, The Great Hall is equipped with an automated blackout system and adjustable lighting, as well as a 13ft front projection screen which is ideal for hosting conferences, presentations, and award ceremonies.

Our venue also boasts state-of-the-art AV, with in-house support to set you up for success, whatever the scale or type of event. And with event support on-site, you can utilise all these technical features to their best effect, and rest assured that you’re in safe hands with our team at The Insurance Hall.

An ideal location

Located in Aldermanbury, just a stone’s throw from London Wall, our venue is ideally situated for guests arriving from around the city and beyond. With multiple tube stations nearby and just a short walk away, this is an incredibly convenient spot for any event.

The historical setting will appeal to history buffs – or literature fanatics, for that matter: the first of Shakespeare’s folios were published in Aldermanbury, very close to our venue. And it’s no surprise that it’s still a sought-after spot in modern times: with no shortage of excellent bars and restaurants in Moorgate and the surrounding area, there is plenty for guests to enjoy after the event comes to a close.

The Insurance Hall is a stunning venue that’s perfectly equipped to ensure your event goes off without a hitch, and goes down in your company’s history books.

Get in touch today to enquire and check availability for your next event!