The Hospital of St Cross & Almshouse of Noble Poverty

The Hospital of St Cross has many beautiful spaces to hire for private events, corporate events, weddings and concerts.

Hundred Men's Hall
Capacity: 50 seated; 80 standing.
This is situated in the Outer Quadrangle, near the entrance gate in buildings which date from the 14th century and on the site where ‘hundred poor men’ were fed each day. Today it is used as the tea room in the summer months, and is available for hire in the winter (November – March). The stunning medieval hall, with a brick floor: has a wall mounted large projection screen, a stand for the projector, and plenty of power sockets. It is heated and ideal for lectures. Catering facilities also available to use in the hall.

The Brethren's Hall

Capacity: 60 seated; 100 standing.
This stunning, vaulted timber roofed Tudor hall, is where the Brothers gathered and ate for several centuries. Almost all the original features can be seen today, including: stain glass windows, a low wooden platform, stone stairs with carved balustrade, an elegant oak Minstrel Gallery, and leather fire buckets. An atmospheric space for lectures and performances. Heating: Portable electric heaters. Power: Power supply available

The Church
Capacity: 250.
This historic and beautiful building provides an ideal setting for weddings and concerts.

Wedding Receptions

Wedding breakfasts are beautifully positioned within the Old Bowling Green; using a hired marquee. The enclosed lawn area (which is used exclusively for private functions) lies in-between the magnificent Hospital of St Cross and the stunning back drop of the Water Meadows and St Catherines Hill. The specialist marquee provider can offer a complete and personal service for wedding receptions. The glorious Master’s Garden can also be hired for photographs, and/or a drinks reception.

Parking

There is very limited parking at the Hospital of St Cross. If you are coming to visit, please consider using public transport. It is only a 20 minute walk or a 5 minute bus ride on the No1 Bluestar bus from the city centre. The bus stops conveniently at the end of the driveway. Parking for events is available in either the Meadow or Park between March and October and needs to be booked in advance. Grassland parking areas are unfortunately not available between October and March.