Football at the HAC
Football Pitch Hire in Central London
The HAC offers a fantastic opportunity to play football on one of the city's most unique and exclusive pitches. Set within the iconic five-acre Artillery Garden, the HAC offers premium facilities within a historic setting, creating an unforgettable location for everything from corporate charity football games, a team-building tournament, or professional league matches.
Football Pitch Hire
The HAC’s pitch has welcomed Premier League and Championship teams, attesting to its incredibly high standards. With seating for up to 1,500 in tiered stalls and space for 3,000 standing spectators, it’s well-suited for larger crowds. Available from mid-October to March, with the potential for additional dates, our pitch rental ensures you have all of the necessary requirements to host a match set against a standout backdrop.
Catering Options
Enhance your event with our tailored catering services, whether it’s a pitch-side barbecue or a formal post-match dinner. All catering requirements for sports events at the HAC are provided by our fantastic in-house caterer Searcys with on-site chefs able to provide a full range of food and drink options from pop-up bars, barbecues, and post-match canapes to drinks receptions and sit-down gala dinners.
Event Spaces and Facilities
For those looking to add a post-match celebration to the occasion, the HAC offers versatile spaces such as the Prince Consort Rooms for larger dinners of up to 350 or standing receptions for 690, with fantastic AV suppliers who can provide equipment to show highlight reels, presentations or entertainment. Alternatively, the historic Armoury House can host more intimate receptions pre- or post-match.
Facilities and Prices
Changing rooms and showers for players come as part of the pitch hire, as does the scoreboard. A two-hour booking for a football match costs £900+VAT. To discuss pitch rental fees, additional services, or custom event packages, please contact our sales team.
Additional Services and Features
Our services extend beyond the pitch, including access to referees, event staff, and security for larger gatherings. The HAC’s central location makes it easily accessible for guests and players alike, and we’ve plenty of available spaces to organise a charity dinner, awards ceremony, or reception to follow your match.
Football Pitches Central London
Impeccably maintained by expert groundskeepers, our football pitch is designed to accommodate all types of games, from a friendly kickabout to corporate charity matches and professional games. Situated just minutes from Moorgate and Old Street stations, it’s the perfect central location with the beautiful backdrop of Armoury House creating the ambience of a countryside setting with all the convenience of a City postcode.
