The Imperial War Museum London is a striking venue housed in the former Bethlem Royal Hospital building, featuring distinctive twin naval guns at its entrance. The museum offers several event spaces including the spectacular atrium with its soaring glass roof, elegant period rooms, and modern gallery spaces. Located in Lambeth, just minutes from Westminster and the South Bank, it provides a unique backdrop combining historical significance with contemporary facilities. The venue can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large receptions, with professional catering and AV support available throughout.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium | 350 | — | — | 200 | — | — | 800 |
| Lecture Theatre | 180 | — | — | 100 | — | — | 120 |
| Lord Ashcroft Gallery | — | — | — | — | — | — | 200 |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire rates start from £2,500 for half-day events. Full day rates available. Catering packages from £25 per person. Premium rates for evening and weekend hire.
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Lambeth Road, London, SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom
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Imperial War Museum is a verified museum & event venue in London, hosting up to 1,000 guests, with day delegate rates from £1100. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Corporate, Creative. Verified on-site: av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, creative off-sites and product launches.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 1000 guests for standing receptions, 400 for seated dinners in main gallery spaces
Professional AV equipment available with technical support, including projectors, sound systems and lighting
Full catering services available from canapes to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated
Limited on-street parking available, nearest car park is Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, excellent public transport links
The Imperial War Museum London is a striking venue housed in the former Bethlem Royal Hospital building, featuring distinctive twin naval guns at its entrance. The museum offers several event spaces including the spectacular atrium with its soaring glass roof, elegant period rooms, and modern gallery spaces. Located in Lambeth, just minutes from Westminster and the South Bank, it provides a unique backdrop combining historical significance with contemporary facilities. The venue can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large receptions, with professional catering and AV support available throughout.
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