Argyll Central Court
Set between High Holborn and Chancery Lane in the heart of London's legal district, Central Court offers the signature Argyll experience in an exceptional Victorian setting. Formerly the London Patent Office, it is now home to stylish, unbranded private offices, six meeting rooms and impressive business lounges, with a refined galleried reading room, glass-domed roof and balconied walkways. Video call booths give privacy for calls, while a quiet courtyard offers fresh air and a peaceful place to relax. Secure bike storage and stylish shower rooms are on hand for those who cycle in.
What makes Central Court special
The former London Patent Office
A Victorian building with a galleried reading room, glass-domed roof and balconied walkways between High Holborn and Chancery Lane.
In the heart of the legal district
Chancery Lane around 3 minutes, Holborn around 8 minutes and Temple around 11 minutes on foot.
Six meeting rooms and a quiet courtyard
Six meeting rooms including the Great Room, event space for 75, video call booths and a quiet courtyard.
Facilities and Amenities
Great for work
- Private offices
- Superfast Wi-Fi & dedicated bandwidth
- Business lounges
- Coworking access
- Video call booths
- Breakout spaces
Meetings & events
- Six meeting rooms including the Great Room
- Event space for up to 75 guests
- Catering from industry-leading suppliers
- AV & video-conferencing technology
Getting here & wellbeing
- Quiet courtyard
- Secure bike storage
- Shower rooms
- Lockers
- Near public transport
Services
- Staffed reception
- Daily cleaning
- Wheelchair access
- Dog friendly
How to get there?
Central Court sits in the centre of London's legal district on Chancery Lane, a short walk from Lincoln's Inn Fields and the Royal Courts of Justice. Chancery Lane station is around 3 minutes away on foot, Holborn around 8 minutes and Temple around 11 minutes, with Elizabeth line and national rail services from nearby Farringdon and City Thameslink. Covent Garden's theatre land, Hatton Garden and St Paul's are all close by.
An iconic Victorian backdrop for your business
Positioned between High Holborn and Chancery Lane, Central Court offers the signature Argyll experience in an exceptional setting. Formerly the London Patent Office, it is now home to stylish private offices, meeting rooms and impressive business lounges, with a refined galleried reading room, glass-domed roof and balconied walkways. Video call booths give privacy for calls, a quiet courtyard offers fresh air, and secure bike storage with stylish shower rooms means you can cycle in and freshen up.
Frequently asked questions about Central Court
Central Court is at 25 Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1AL, in Holborn.
Reception is staffed Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 17:30 and Friday 08:30 to 16:30. The team is closed at weekends, but you can leave a message for out-of-hours enquiries.
Private offices range from around 175 sq ft up to 1,200 sq ft, in configurations from 2 up to 24+ desks. Ask us for current prices.
Facilities include superfast Wi-Fi, six meeting rooms including the Great Room, business lounges, coworking access, video call booths, event space for up to 75 guests, catering, a quiet courtyard, secure bike storage, shower rooms, lockers, daily cleaning, staffed reception and wheelchair access.
Yes, Central Court is dog friendly.
Need help? Contact us
If you have any questions about Central Court or would like to arrange a tour, our team is happy to help.
