The Old Court Room
The Old Court Room (c.1881) is situated on the ground floor of the building and as the name suggests, was originally used as a Magistrates Court. The public gallery can still be seen at the eastern end of the room.



The Old Court Room is available for hire for private functions and is also ideal for small conferences, meetings, craft fairs and coffee mornings.
The room has a wooden floor and the added benefit of a picture rail with individual spotlights which makes it an ideal room for painting or photographic exhibitions. Hirers may also use the dedicated kitchen.
Room size: 11.5m x 5.5m
Capacity: 60 persons seated or 40 persons plus tables.
Room rates (standard hire):
Room rates (weddings):
PLEASE NOTE: The wedding rates do not include Registrars fees, associated licences, catering costs etc.
Interested in making a booking?
To check room availability and to place a booking enquiry online, please visit our online booking page here:
To discuss any room hire requirements please contact Claire Adams.
- E-mail: roombookings@chichestercity.gov.uk
- Telephone: 01243 788502