The Rooms

East and West Crypt

East Crypt

The East Crypt and West Crypt lie beneath Guildhall, and are the largest medieval crypts in London.

The East Crypt is the oldest part of Guildhall, dating back to Edward the Confessor (1042) and is considered to be one of the earliest and one of the finest examples of its kind in England. The stained glass windows depict Geoffrey Chaucer, William Caxton, Sir Thomas More, Sir ChristopherWren and Samuel Pepys.

The West Crypt was built in the 12th century and would have originally been the ground floor of the building. After the Great Fire of London in 1666 it completely collapsed and was sealed; after extensive restoration it was opened again in 1973. Six clusters of circular columns in Purbeck marble support a fine groined roof, comprising stone, chalk and bricks, the principle intersections being covered with carved bosses of heads, shields, and flowers.

EAST CRYPT

Function	Maximum Capacity
Reception	250 guests
Dinner	200 guests
Meeting	160 guests

WEST CRYPT

Function	Maximum Capacity
Reception	250 guests
Dinner	180 guests
Meeting	160 guests

There is a PA system which can be connected to other function rooms. There is disabled access.

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1) Guildhall provide a PA system which can be connected to other function rooms. A technician is available if required. 2) Full air conditioning and heating. 3) 24 hour building security. 4) Furniture, including staging, is available for a variety of settings. 5). All rooms are accessible via lift or ramp. Disabled toilets are available throughout the building. Disabled parking facilities can be arranged if required. 6) An induction loop is available through connection with the PA system. Please contact the events team for further information. 7) Cloakroom facilities and toilets are located near the entrance to Guildhall. Cloakroom staff are also provided.