Other useful information
Full Postal Address
Ironmongers' Hall
Shaftesbury Place
Barbican
London
EC2Y 8AA
The Hall opening hours are 08.30 to 17.00 on Monday to Friday. We are happy to organise weekend events and appointments by prior arrangement through the Events Office.
Main Contact Numbers
Meetings and Events Office - 020 6777 2300
Email address - events@ironmongers.org
General Manager - 020 6777 2323
Email address - ed.bolling@ironmongers.org
Parking
The Barbican Centre is the preferred parking partner of the Ironmongers' Hall. There are several car parks which are located just a short distance from Ironmongers. The closest is Car Park 5, the entrance of which is off Beech Street. From this car park when exiting, turn left and left again at the traffic lights and the Ironmongers' Hall can be found on the left hand side before the roundabout.
An alternative car park is available in the immediate area:
NCP
Aldersgate Street Car Park
158-170 Aldersgate Street,
London,
EC1A 4HY
Portering
Porters are available to assist organisers if required. We would ask that this is organised in advance with the Event Office and is subject to availability.
Meeting and Events Office
The Meetings and Events Office is open from 0830 to 1700 Monday to Friday. The office can assist with the following:
- Business services
- Local information
- Hotels
- Transport
- Banks
- Attractions
Transport
The Hall is easily accessible by all forms of transport and details of the local underground, bus and travel links can be found on the ‘Maps and Directions’ webpage.
Accommodation
There are a wide range of 3, 4, and 5 star hotels in close proximity to the Hall including:
Apex London Wall Hotel
7-9 Copthall Avenue,
London,
EC2R 7NJ
T: +44 (0)207 562 3030
Email: london.reservations@apexhotels.co.uk
Crowne Plaza London - Shoreditch
100 - Shoreditch High Street
London
E1 6JQ
T: +44 (0) 2076139800
Email: info@CpLondon.com
The Hoxton Hotel
81 Great Eastern St
London
EC2A 3HU
T: +44 (0)20 7550 1000
Email: info@thehoc.co.uk
Malmaison Hotel
18-21 Charterhouse Square
London
EC1M6AH
T: 020 7012 3700
Email: reservations.london@malmaison.com
Mint Hotel
7 Pepys Street,
London,
EC3N 4AF
T: +0207 709 1000
Email: toweroflondon.reservations@minthotel.com
The Montcalm at the Brewery London City
42-46 Chiswell Street
London
EC1Y 4SB
T: +44 (0) 20 7374 2988
Email: reservations@themontcalmlondoncity.co.uk
Disabled Facilities
Although the Ironmongers’ Hall was built in 1925, work has been carried out to ensure that meetings and events held at the Hall are as accessible as possible to everyone.
Car Parking
Although there are no parking facilities at the Hall itself, visitors are welcome to drive through the archway to the front doors to allow easier drop-off for less-able guests.
Access into the Hall
There are ramps available for our steps at the entrance to improve ease of access for those who are in wheel chairs or have difficulty with the steps.
There are only two levels within the building and access to the first floor of the Hall is by a front service lift, located centrally in the main entrance hall. The lift has sufficient width to allow for wheelchairs and a care person and is fitted with Braille buttons for the visually impaired.
There are toilet facilities for the disabled on both levels.
The Hall is further able to provide a wheelchair.
The Banqueting Hall has a loop system for the hard of hearing.
Additionally, the Hall is able to provide a brochure of its facilities in braille.
We would like to ensure that your visit is as productive and enjoyable as possible. Please do let us know if you are visiting the Hall and any special requests you have.
Exhibitor Guidelines
Deliveries and Collections
The Hall is open between 0830 and 1700. Please advise the Meetings and Events team if you need to make any delivery and collection arrangements during this time and we will assist, where possible.
Stands
Please ensure that all freestanding exhibits are erected no less than 1 metre away from the walls of the room and away from any of the Hall’s artefacts. The Meetings and Events team will be able to advise you on the most appropriate location for stands, within each room. No signs, posters or paper may be stuck or attached in any way, to the fabric of the building.
Storage and disposal of rubbish
Please note that all items are stored at your own risk. Any items not labelled with a return address and collected within 48 hours of an event may be disposed of. Rubbish, empty boxes, leaflets and paper may be left in the room and will be disposed of by the Hall.
Security
If you require security at your event, we would be grateful if you could make your own arrangements or ask the Events team to arrange a quote on your behalf.
Smoking
The Hall operates a no-smoking policy. We would be very grateful if you could inform your delegates and guests of this policy and ensure that they do not smoke in the Hall or Courtyard.
Audio Visual and EntertainmentSuppliers
Eclipse Presentations offers a comprehensive range of professional presentation equipment, stage sets and technical support services. From individual items to complete staging packages, we can provide the right solution for every event. As recommended AV suppliers to Ironmongers' Hall, we have particular knowledge of their facilities and offer various products and packages that are tailored to their function rooms.
Please contact: info@eclipse-presentations.co.uk
Icon Presentations supply a full range of Audio Visual support featuring the latest equipment and professional crew. Based near the Ironmonger's Hall we specialise in presentation support for the financial and business community. We have intimate knowledge of the venue and can offer tailored packages for every event.
At Icon, we understand that the success of your event depends on attention to detail; a faulty cable or broken bulb could easily ruin an important event. That's why we supply only the best equipment and we ensure it's set up and fully tested well in advance. We also provide duplicate equipment free of charge to ensure that there is always a replacement available on site should the unthinkable happen.
Last minute changes to your requirements can be catered for; we carry stocks of sets, projection, computer, audio and video equipment at our premises, less than a mile from Ironmongers' Hall. The complete Icon service comes at a competitive rate, with all inclusive packages available.
Please contact: laura@icon-presentations.co.uk for a quote.
Staar Productions
Charlie Price
TEL: 0208 859 2820
Contrabrand Events
Archie Archer
TEL: 0845 600 3986
Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Jo-Anne Naish
TEL: 020 7382 7197
Photography
Permission is required for all photography, filming and video-taping within the Hall.
Simon Punter Photography has been established since 1998. In addition to wedding photography, Simon works for a broad range of clients including advertising agencies, design groups, magazines, publishers and corporate. He has been shooting digital since 2004 and his workflow is completely colour managed from start to finish.
Tel: 01273 770 730
Mobile: 07747 807 280
Email : photo@simonpunter.com
Flowers
Karen Woolven Floral Design prides themselves on their fresh and imaginative approach to floral design for any event. With Karen's vast experience within the world of event floristry you can be assured that every floral need will be met with flair and great attention to detail.
Please contact:
Tel: 01322 403 195
Email: kwoolven@aol.com