Barts North Wing
Barts North Wing - one of London’s most breathtaking Georgian venues
Bespoke catering by Lettice Events
Beautiful Ceiling
Central London Location
Whole venue hire
Giving to Charity
Grand Entrance - The Hogarth Stair
Business details last verified on 27th of May 2026 by Barts North Wing.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £POA
Capacity
Standing: 200
Seated Meal: 192
About Barts North Wing
Discover a truly magnificent setting for your wedding day, steeped in history and timeless elegance in the very heart of Central London. Barts North Wing offers an unforgettable backdrop for couples seeking a venue with unique character and grandeur.
Barts North Wing: A Historic London Wedding Venue
Catered and managed by Lettice Events, your celebration begins with an ascent up the spectacular Hogarth Stair, a grand staircase adorned with world-renowned murals by the artist William Hogarth. This awe-inspiring entrance provides a dramatic and cultured welcome for your guests, setting the tone for the exceptional day to follow.
The journey culminates in The Great Hall, a breathtaking Grade I listed space designed by the celebrated architect James Gibbs. With its soaring, richly decorated ceiling, vast stained-glass window, and walls lined with historic portraits, the Hall provides an atmosphere of unparalleled sophistication. This versatile room can graciously accommodate up to 200 guests for a ceremony and 150 for an elegant seated dinner, allowing for a seamless transition from your vows to your reception.
Barts North Wing combines eighteenth-century splendour with the flexibility required for a modern celebration. Working with a curated list of accredited suppliers, our team is dedicated to ensuring every detail of your day is executed to perfection. Choosing this venue means creating your own chapter of history within one of London’s most distinguished and storied locations, ensuring your wedding is an elegant and memorable occasion for all.
The Details
Venue Type
Exclusive use
Historic
Museums and Galleries
Unique & Unusual
Venue Setting
City
Additional Facilities
Bespoke weddings
Champions of
Sustainability
Contact & Location
Barts North Wing
Barts North Wing, St Bartholomew's Hospital, West Smithfield, EC1A 7BE, Central London, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes you can, please enquire to find out more about the use of our venue and spaces available to utilise
unfortunately not, we have a sole caterer called Lettice Events to utilise
The closest underground stations are St Paul's (5 minute walk), Barbican (7 minutes), Farringdon (8 minutes), Blackfriars (10 minutes), Moorgate (17 minutes).
There is no on-site parking available. Details of Smithfield car park opposite.
We have WifI available, Hogarth Stair, Henry VIII and Great Hall.
No please do not allow any of your guests to ascend or descend the staircase under any circumstances.
No. Please be aware that a conditions report will be carried out at the start and end of your hire to ensure there’s no damage to the walls.
The space hire periods are as follows: Event Space (half day) 8 hours Event Space (all day) 16 hours
We can run events until 11pm, your guests will need to be off site by 11pm and your and your suppliers off site by Midnight.
If you need to have event items delivered outside of the hire period, Barts Heritage office can sign for deliveries between the hours of 10am–5pm.
If there’s event items that need to be collected following the event please speak to the events team. We’ll do our best to accommodate, but in some cases we will not be able to due to space
Stage, 2 TVs 55inch and 45inch, Inbuilt PA system with 2 x Wireless Mics and a Lectern.
Music can be played for the duration of your live event; however, the sound levels must be inline with the Barts Heritage Noise Management plan. Please note that all music must stop at 11pm
If a DJ setup is a part of your event, you will be required to use one of our entertainment suppliers.
Yes For high-risk events where sound has the potential to cause disruption (music events, music showcases, live music, bands) you may be required to produce a Noise Management Plan
Yes, it’s mandatory that a deep clean is carried out following the event by a cleaning contractor. If you require daily cleaning, this can be arranged and included as part of the booking.
Yes, security is mandatory for any live event. This is for the security of the building, event and guests attending. Please note that we require at least one operative on the entrance.
On confirmation you will be sent our Booking Form, T&Cs and House Rules once returned you will be sent your an invoice for the Hire Fee.
Do I need to come for a site visit ahead of confirming? Yes, we highly recommend coming to see the space ahead of confirming. This is to ensure the spaces are best suited for your wedding.
Yes we take a 50% deposit is taken, the hire fee which should be paid immediately to secure the booking then the balance 60 days prior to the event. Also a 25% refundable damage bond.
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No, the Event Organiser is responsible for providing their own insurance.
10 x Bar Height Tressel's, 10 x Normal Tressel's, 20 x round table, 3 x 3ft rounds 200 conference chairs 200 Banquetting Chairs.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Lettice is the UK's leading luxury sustainable hospitality business and we are B Corp certified for our environmental practices. We are partnered with Lettice Events as our exclusive caterers and have trusted suppliers who understand the unique character of the venue. From elegant seated dinners to creative food stations and late-night treats, menus can be designed to reflect your tastes and traditions.
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