Venue Spotlight: The HAC
LONDON
Tucked away behind high walls in the heart of the City, The Honourable Artillery Company is more commonly referred to as The HAC. It is a surprising and impressive venue for events, with grand architecture, centuries of history and five acres of manicured lawns.
Whether you're planning a high-profile conference, a summer garden party, a black-tie awards ceremony, or an intimate meeting with clients, The HAC has tons of flexibility and is located perfectly in central London.
A Unique Venue
The HAC is more than just a beautiful building, it's a working military institution with roots back to 1537. Where else in the City of London can you host a drinks reception surrounded by elegant regimental displays, or enjoy a summer event looking out over such pristine lawns?
We have detailed the flexible spaces below, and we just love the blend of old with new at The HAC, which is what makes it a firm favourite of ours.
Flexible Event Spaces
A range of indoor and outdoor spaces at The HAC:
The Prince Consort Rooms and Summer Terrace
A purpose-built contemporary event space, the Prince Consort Rooms offers modern infrastructure within a historic setting. They can accommodate up to 690 guests standing, 350 seated on round tables, or 400 theatre-style. With adjoining access to the Summer Terrace, this space is ideal for events needing a wow-factor.
Ideal for: Large conferences, awards ceremonies, weddings, and summer receptions
Summer Terrace available from May to mid-September (up to 300 guests)
The Long Room
Located in the stunning Armoury House, this room is available for evening and Monday hire only, making it a special treat for exclusive gatherings. It’s perfect for elegant dinners or receptions.
Capacity: 180 theatre-style, 120 cabaret, 250 standing
Ideal for: Evening galas, formal dinners, and receptions
The Medal Room, Queen’s Room, and Ante Room
These are more intimate spaces within the Armoury House, each featuring classic wood panelling, natural light, and period features. They’re ideal for breakout sessions or smaller-scale meetings.
Capacity ranges: 32–60 standing or seated, depending on layout
Ideal for: Boardroom-style meetings, private dinners, or as production spaces alongside larger events
Why We Love The HAC
As a team, we’re always on the lookout for venues that give our clients something distinctive. The HAC ticks every box! Here’s why it regularly features on our shortlist:
Central Location: The HAC offers five acres of rare green space just minutes from Old Street and Moorgate. You’d be hard-pressed to find a venue as tranquil in the City.
Heritage: From military history to modern infrastructure, the dual character makes it perfect for events that need to change the atmosphere from corporate daytime to glamorous evening reception.
Exclusive Access: The venue is gated and secure, offering total privacy for VIP and confidential events.
In-House Expertise: The HAC’s team delivers exceptional in-house catering and operates well with Neon Touch to run our events smoothly, and with professionalism.
Indoor-Outdoor Flexibility: With the unpredictability of British weather, it’s reassuring to know any outdoor party has a good back-up plan on site.
Neon Touch & The HAC
From our first event at The HAC, it was clear that it had everything we look for: strong visuals, versatile layouts, and a great team to work with. We really value the creative potential of this venue and always look forward to working on client events here.
“Working with Ebony from Neon Touch was an absolute pleasure. The event she brought to the HAC was fantastic - From start to finish, Ebony was professional, communicative, and really easy to work with. It was clear that she had a strong vision for the event, and her execution was flawless. We're excited to collaborate with her again in the future!”
Isalyn Elie, Senior Sales and Events Executive at The HAC
We would love to bring your next event to life at The HAC, so get in touch with us HERE to get the ball rolling.