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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

Looking for something else?
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.

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Celebrating 20 years of LinkAge Plus

Toynbee Hall is marking 20 years of its LinkAge Plus programme during Loneliness Awareness Week, celebrating two decades of supporting older people across Tower Hamlets to stay connected, active and[…]

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Toynbee Hall appoints Matt Dronfield as Interim Chief Executive

Toynbee Hall has appointed Matt Dronfield as Interim Chief Executive for an 18-month period, as the organisation prepares for its next strategic chapter.  The appointment follows a competitive recruitment process[…]

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Renters’ rights have changed: what this means for you 

The Renters’ Rights Act has introduced major changes to private renting in England.  From 1st May 2026 new rules apply to the vast majority of private sector tenancies, strengthening tenants’ rights and increasing rental stability.   The Act arguably contains the most significant[…]

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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.

More about our venue
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