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The National Archives

📍
Kew, Richmond, Richmond TW9 4DU, United Kingdom
Government BuildingGovernment Archive & Conference Centre✓ Verified Data

The UK's official archive offering modern conference facilities and historic document collections in Kew, Richmond.

About This Venue

The National Archives at Kew serves as the UK's official archive and offers excellent conference and meeting facilities alongside its world-renowned document collections. The venue features modern conference rooms with state-of-the-art AV equipment, flexible meeting spaces, and unique networking areas within this prestigious government building. Located in the leafy suburb of Kew in Richmond, the venue provides a professional and inspiring environment for corporate events, seminars, and conferences. The facility combines historical significance with contemporary amenities, offering delegates access to exhibition spaces and the beautiful surrounding Kew area with its famous gardens and riverside location.

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Indicative Budget
£4,500£8,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~100 guests
Capacity (max)
200
Typical attendees
100
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (100 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

200
Maximum Capacity
150
Theatre Style
200
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Conference Room

120
150
405080

Seminar Room 1

60
50
202530

Meeting Room 2

40
30
161820

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 150 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Air conditioning
Accessible
Parking
Catering available
Exhibition spaces
Historic building
Security
Reading rooms

📐 Space Specifications

800
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Digital Projectors
Large Screens
PA System
Wireless Microphones
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Video Conferencing
Flip Charts
Whiteboards

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Training Workshops
📋Government Functions
📋Corporate Meetings
📋Educational Seminars
📋Archive Research Sessions

♿ Accessibility

DDA compliantWheelchair accessibleAccessible parkingHearing loop systems

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Kew Gardens Underground station (District Line) 5 minutes walk. Kew Gardens railway station 7 minutes walk. Multiple bus routes including 65, 391. Heathrow Airport 20 minutes by car/taxi.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

On-site visitor parking available. Additional street parking and Kew Gardens car park nearby. Advanced booking recommended for events.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

150
theatre
40
boardroom
80
classroom
50
u shape
60
cabaret
200
reception
100
dining
80
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 120 in classroom style, 80 in boardroom configuration
What AV equipment is available?
Full digital AV suite with projectors, screens, sound system, and video conferencing capabilities
Is catering available?
Professional catering services available for all events including refreshments, lunch, and dinner options
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available with disabled spaces, additional street parking nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Kew
Richmond
TW9 4DU, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Government BuildingArchiveMeeting RoomsExhibition Space

Venue Location

Kew, Richmond, Richmond, TW9 4DU

Marker
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 120 in classroom style, 80 in boardroom configuration

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full digital AV suite with projectors, screens, sound system, and video conferencing capabilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Professional catering services available for all events including refreshments, lunch, and dinner options

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available with disabled spaces, additional street parking nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🌳Gardens

🌳
Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 5 minutes walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Richmond Royal Park
2.1 km (1.3 mi)
🏰
Hampton Court Royal Palace
4.8 km (3 mi)

🦁Zoo

🦁
London Wetland Centre
3.2 km (2 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
Richmond Theatre Royal
2.5 km (1.6 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Musical Museum Collection
1.8 km (1.1 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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