Founders' Hall, which was completed in 1987, offers a unique architectural "double-life." To the street, it presents as a striking Neo-Vernacular building with jettied storeys and gables that mimic the medieval character of historic Cloth Fair. Inside, it transitions into a Post-Modern interior with high-quality metalwork finishes, reflecting the Company’s heritage in bronze and brass casting. Its positioned immediately adjacent to the 12th-century Church of St Bartholomew the Great.
Key Features: Underground Hall, Porthole Windows, Jettied Gables, Historic Smithfield Setting.
The Livery Hall (Lower Ground): A subterranean ceremonial space that avoids a "basement" feel through large oeil-de-boeuf (porthole) windows which overlook the churchyard gardens and provide natural daylight. Features include Doric columns with gilt capitals, mirrored walls to create an illusion of scale, and a cast aluminium ceiling grid.
The Parlour (Ground Floor): A more traditional, "Old World" aesthetic featuring a neo-Georgian chimneypiece and historical artifacts. Ideal for scenes requiring a private club or upscale office atmosphere.
Accessibility: Fully accessible with a dedicated elevator (Max load 450kg) and step-free routes between floors.
Unit Base Potential: Highly experienced in dry-hire for Crowd Holding, Catering, and Green Rooms. The venue has hosted productions for Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple Studios.
Technical Specs
Total Usable Space: Approx. 170 sq. m.
Capacity: Up to 120 (Standing Reception) or 80 (Seated).
Connectivity: High-speed fibre broadband throughout.
Sustainability: Climate-controlled (Air Conditioning/Heating) in all main rooms.