A place for social reform
The Barnetts created a place where volunteers could live and work in the East End, learning directly about poverty and carrying practical ideas into public life. Former residents included Clement Attlee and William Beveridge.
Continuing the work
For more than 140 years, Toynbee Hall has helped shape social reform. Today we continue to identify emerging needs, develop responses and work with leaders and communities to make change.
Visit our heritage exhibition
Toynbee Hall: A Powerhouse for Social Change is a free exhibition in our renovated building, open Monday to Friday, 11am–3pm. Groups of five or more should email events@toynbeehall.org.uk at least three working days ahead.