St Andrews And Blackfriars Halls

These magnificent buildings are available for hire for private and public events. Conveniently located in the heart of the city The Halls are an ideal location for conferences, dinners, trade fairs, concerts and weddings. The complex is within walking distance of the main line railway station and of several excellent parking facilities, with Norwich's international airport just a short taxi journey away.

St Andrew's & Blackfriars' Halls in Norwich, Norfolk are the most complete Friary complex surviving in this country and have been welcoming visitors since they passed into Civic hands in 1538.

The Halls

Today, the Halls are a magnificent and unique conferencing, banqueting, concert and exhibition venue with over 10,000 sq feet of space, right in the heart of Norwich. The two main halls are also licensed for civil weddings.

For organisers seeking a venue with a quiet and peaceful setting, there can be few more unusual and fascinating places to stage virtually any type of activity. This historic complex has the flexibility of four unique areas. They can be used separately or in combinations to meet the most exacting demands.

St Andrew’s Hall - has a seating capacity of over 750 and with its high hammer-beamed roof, splendid arched columns and maple floor makes a fine setting for banquets, dinner dances, concerts, fashion shows, antique fairs, conferences, exhibitions and even sporting events.

Blackfriars’ Hall - a smaller hall with a seating capacity of 250, offering a quite different atmosphere, with oak panelling and beautifully proportioned windows arching to the lofty roof. Ideal for smaller conferences, concerts or banquets for up to 250 diners.

The Crypt - with its brick vaulted ceiling dating back to around 1300 this space has an inviting atmosphere, making it an attractive setting for evening functions, together with Beckett’s Chapel it offers capacity for 80 patrons. During the day from Monday to Saturday The Crypt is used as a café.

The Cloisters - have been sympathetically restored to provide a reception, display area or a breakout area for large functions. They are also popular for weekly antique markets

Weddings

Ceremonies can be held in Blackfriars'. The Halls provide a magnificent location to host weddings, civil ceremonies and other life celebration events.

The Halls provide a grand venue steeped in history that will elevate the atmosphere of your special day. Civil Services can be conducted and your guests catered for by our experienced in house catering team.

• Ceremony Only
• Ceremony & Wedding Breakfast
• Breakfast
• Breakfast & Reception
• Receptions
• Ceremony, Breakfast & Reception

Life Celebrations

All manner of events can be held to celebrate important moments and milestones in life. The Halls is an excellent place to hold such events as

• Naming Ceremonies
• Renewal of Marriage Vows
• Memorial Services