The Middle Temple Hall

The Hall was completed in the early 1570s and is probably the most magnificent of its kind in the UK. Queen Elizabeth I made an impromptu visit in 1578. and the first recorded performance of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night was held here in 1602.

Today, its role combines traditional dining with both collegiate and educational use; receptions, lectures, debates, moots and musical performances. Middle Temple Hall is another popular venue for banqueting, weddings, receptions and parties.

The project was completed in 1998 and, since then, most people have never even noticed that the tables are stored in the hall. As at Gray’s Inn, they used to be stored under tarpaulins in the outside courtyard. The tops of the original tables (6m long!) can now be lifted clear and rolled

into a steel cage behind the high table, which is clad with oak panelling that matches the existing wainscot.

The table bases were re-made and can now be swiftly re-arranged, gliding on concealed castors. Long oak benches were replaced with ‘Folio’ oak stacking chairs. The ability to reconfigure the furniture is a major factor in the success of the events and catering operation for more than 25 years.

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