Central Criminal Court Crown Court
Known as the "Old Bailey", after the street on which the court is located
General Info
- NameCentral Criminal Court
- TypeCrown
- TierSecond
- RegionLondon
- Opening Times8.30am to 5pm
Contact Info
- AddressOld Bailey, London EC4M 7EH, UK
- Telephone Open Times9am to 5pm
- Phone020 7192 2739
- Fax0870 324 0234
- DXDX 46700 Old Bailey
- Enquiries Email[email protected]
- Listing Email[email protected]
Facilities & Accessibility
- Disabled AccessDisabled access, toilet and parking facilities available with prior notification.
- Hearing LoopThe building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know o
- Interview RoomsSome private waiting rooms are available which can also be used for court video link as well as interview rooms.
- Video FacilitiesVideo conference and Prison Video Link facilities.
- RefreshmentsRefreshments are available to court users, no refreshment facilities to the public.
Going to Central Criminal Court Crown Court
When to arrive
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to clear security and find your courtroom. The building is open 8.30am to 5pm. Check the daily court lists on arrival to confirm your courtroom number.
What to bring
Bring photo ID, any paperwork or letters about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Phones must usually be switched off in the courtroom.
Do you need a lawyer?
For Crown Court matters most people are represented by a solicitor or barrister. You may be eligible for legal aid. See the legal help below or speak to a solicitor as early as possible.
Getting there
Old Bailey, London EC4M 7EH, UK. Use the directions link above for travel and parking. Accessibility: Disabled access, toilet and parking facilities available with prior notification..
General guidance only — not legal advice. Always check official instructions on your court letter and at GOV.UK.
Central Criminal Court Crown Court listings today & tomorrow
Daily hearing lists for Central Criminal Court Crown Court by courtroom, time and case reference, updated from official HM Courts & Tribunals Service sources through the sitting day.
Lists change at short notice. Always confirm your courtroom and time from the daily list on arrival. Free email alerts are available on the listings page. How busy is this court?
Central Criminal Court Crown Court: common questions
What time does Central Criminal Court Crown Court open?
Central Criminal Court Crown Court is open 8.30am to 5pm. Counter: 10am to 5pm. The telephone enquiry line is open 9am to 5pm. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing time to get through security and find your courtroom.
How do I find out which courtroom my case is in at Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
Check the daily court list. It is published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service the working day before and shows each case by courtroom, time and case reference. On the day, the same list is displayed on screens inside the building and ushers can direct you. Cases are sometimes moved between courtrooms at short notice, so check again when you arrive.
See today's listings for Central Criminal Court Crown CourtWhat is the phone number for Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
The enquiries number for Central Criminal Court Crown Court is 020 7192 2739. You can also email [email protected]. Questions about listings and hearing dates go to the listing office at [email protected]. For anything about your own case, contact your solicitor first.
Where is Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
Central Criminal Court Crown Court is at Old Bailey, London EC4M 7EH, UK. Document exchange: DX 46700 Old Bailey.
Get directionsIs Central Criminal Court Crown Court accessible?
Disabled access, toilet and parking facilities available with prior notification.. Hearing loop: The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know o. If you need an adjustment for your hearing, tell the court in advance using the contact details above.
Can I take my phone into Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
Yes. Phones go through the security scanner on the way in and must be switched off or silent inside the courtroom. Recording, photographing or filming anything inside a court building is a criminal offence. Some courts ask you to hand phones in at the public gallery door for certain trials.
What should I bring to a hearing at Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
Photo ID, any letter or paperwork about your case, and the name of your solicitor or barrister if you have one. Dress smartly. Allow time for security: bags are searched and sharp objects, glass and aerosols are not allowed in.
Do I need a solicitor for a Crown Court hearing?
Almost everyone appearing in the Crown Court is represented. Legal aid is usually available for Crown Court cases, although you may be asked to contribute. If you have a hearing listed and no representation, contact a criminal defence firm as early as possible.
Criminal defence solicitors near Central Criminal CourtCan members of the public watch a hearing at Central Criminal Court Crown Court?
Yes. Almost all Crown Court hearings are open to the public and there is a public gallery in each courtroom. You do not need to book. Some hearings are closed or have reporting restrictions, and the usher will tell you if you cannot enter.