Guided tours of Watermen’s Hall not only tell you something of the history of the Watermen and Lightermen of the River Thames – they also help raise money for the preservation of our fine Georgian hall.
All tours must booked in advance, and take place on a Monday morning or afternoon, and last about an hour and half. Each tour can accommodate a minimum of 10 people, with a maximum capacity of 30, at a cost of £15 a head, including tea and coffee.
Your tour leader will be Carol Ratcliffe, Assistant Clerk to the Company, who will show you round the only remaining Georgian Hall in the City of London and tell you something of the 500-year history of the Watermen and Lightermen of the River Thames.
To place your booking please call Carol on 0207 7929 7456 or email [email protected]
Payment can be made on the day, either by cash, cheque or debit card (MasterCard or Visa only).
All proceeds from each tour goes towards the preservation of our Georgian Hall for future generations of Watermen and Lightermen to enjoy.
A detail of the ornate carving on the Master’s Chair
Please do not come to the Hall with a view to being shown around without contacting us first. We hate to disappoint but are unable to conduct ad hoc tours due to the rooms often being in use.
A detail of the wonderful ceiling in the Court Room
The Freemen’s Room
Hiring Watermen's Hall
Watermen’s Hall is one of the City of London’s finest venues for conferences, banquets, receptions, award ceremonies, business meetings, wedding receptions, private dining and silver service luncheons for up to 80 people.
This 18th century Georgian Hall graces the City with its historical elegance and spaces to suit every occasion.
Please contact Mark Grove at The Cook and The Butler, either by phone or email, for all hiring enquiries:
Telephone: 020 7620 1818
Fax: 020 7620 1820
For more information about our rooms click on the link below
The Freemen’s Room 