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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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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.

Why Play Matters: Creating Joyful, Safe Spaces for Children in Tower Hamlets

At Toynbee Hall, we believe every child deserves a chance to play, explore, and grow but in Tower Hamlets, nearly half (48%) of children are growing up in poverty. For[…]

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A Visit Rooted in Justice: Minister Sarah Sackman KC MP Returns to Toynbee Hall

A proud moment for Toynbee Hall as we welcomed Sarah Sackman KC MP, Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services, back to where her legal journey began, our Free[…]

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Celebrating National Recognition at the Credit Strategy Credit Awards 2025

Last night was a truly special moment for Toynbee Hall’s Debt Free Advice team. We were proud to be shortlisted for not one, but two prestigious national awards at the[…]

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Venue Hire London

Hire our venue

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, weddings and celebrations. 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.

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