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Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Advice
free, expert debt and legal advice and help with benefit applications
Community activities
free, inclusive community activities and events
Research and policy
community-led research and campaigns for change
Venue hire and office space
use our historic buildings
for your events
Block
Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Welcome to
Toynbee Hall
Advice
free, expert debt and legal advice and help with benefit applications
Community activities
free, inclusive community activities and events
Research and policy
community-led research and campaigns for change
Venue hire and office space
use our historic buildings
for your events

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Find out more about our work and what we do.

About us

Toynbee Hall works alongside people facing poverty and injustice to build a fairer and happier East London.

Based in the East End of London since 1884, we are a charity that provides vital support and works in partnership with local communities to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

New Partnership to Offer Life-Changing Support for Individuals Facing Mental Health and Financial Crises

Toynbee Hall, We Are Group and Kaleidoscope have partnered to deliver the Money and Pensions Service’s (MaPS) Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space

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Teeny Proms at Toynbee Hall – free music sessions for little people

Free music sessions for children aged 3-5 on Wednesday 18th September with DaCapo Music and Proms at St Jude’s.

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Open House – 140 years of Toynbee Hall and its place in the East End

On Saturday 14th September join us for a curated set of activities as part of the Open House Festival, celebrating the history of Toynbee Hall and its place in the local area.

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Venue Hire London

Hire Our Venues

Our Grade II listed building in East London is now available to hire for a range of private and corporate events including conferences, seminars, receptions or training sessions. Our historic building has been a hub for social action since 1884 and could be the perfect venue for your event.

Depending on the size and scope of your event, we offer five halls for hire. We can also provide additional services such as event production and catering, so you can rest assured we’ll take care of everything. Book our halls for your next event.

More about our venues
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