Garden Museum

Garden Museum

5, Lambeth Palace Road, England, SE1 7LB
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Garden Museum London Events

Situated on the banks of the River Thames, the Garden Museum London is a unique, spectacular venue nestled next to Lambeth Palace and with views across the river to the Houses of Parliament. The museum is dedicated to the art, history, and design of gardens, and occupies a formerly abandoned medieval church full of stunning original and restored features.

Guests are welcomed into the leafy surrounds before making their way into the two event spaces: the Nave, a dramatic space within the former church, complete with vaulted ceilings, looming pillars, and stained-glass windows; or the newer Sackler Garden, an outdoor area designed by the award-winning Dan Pearson, with a contemporary glass-lined and bronze cloister that circles the garden.

The Garden Museum is a versatile space, with a dedicated team of in-house experts on hand to help you host corporate events, wedding receptions, parties, and even fashion shows and large presentations. 

Blending contemporary and medieval design alongside luscious greenery and food from London’s top caterers, the Garden Museum is sure to impress. Take advantage of the late licence option to make the most of this beautiful venue. 

 

Highlights of Garden Museum London Events:

  • Unique medieval former church
  • Stunning gardens designed by award-winning Dan Pearson
  • Suitable for large and small events
  • Iconic central London location 

Event types supported

Wedding
Awards Night
Christmas Party
Conference
Corporate Party
Function
Gala Dinner
Meeting
Seminar

Venue details

Standing
Standing
Up to 250 guests
Dining
Dining
Up to 120 guests
Dinner & Dance
Dinner & Dance
Up to 120 guests
Theatre
Theatre
Up to 120 guests

Spaces at this venue

The Nave
Capacity
0-200

The Nave

Flexible room setup
Sackler Garden
Capacity
0-120

Sackler Garden

Natural light

Frequently asked questions

The dry hire venue rate starts from £7,500 + VAT for weddings in 2024 and 2025 . Catering is handled by the catering partner of your choice.  Download a brochure to see what’s included.
Partners include Suzanne James, Bubble Food, Food By Dish, By Word of Mouth, William Norris and Company, Zafferano Catering Ltd, and the museum’s own Garden Café.
Civil ceremonies may not be held at Garden Museum, but there are various options nearby, including Marylebone Town Hall, Kensington and Chelsea Register Office, and Tower Bridge. Humanist ceremonies can be held on-site if reception is also hosted at the venue.
Garden Museum comfortably accommodates 120 seated dinner guests with a band incorporated into the floorplan or 140 guests with a DJ for entertainment.    
12 am, but there’s an option to extend to 1am for £750 + VAT.
Weddings at Garden Museum are stunning, with a mix of old and new in central London. It’s not licensed for ceremonies, so couples get married elsewhere before having their reception in the museum. The beautifully designed garden and restored medieval Nave allows couples to choose a wedding that’s both indoors and outdoors. 
Yes, corporate functions can be held in all event spaces at Garden Museum London. The dedicated Clore Learning Space is perfect for presentations and day events, and full AV and catering packages are available. 
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There is a pay-and-display car park in the Novotel opposite the Garden Museum.
No naked flames are permitted, however, battery-operated candles can be used. Only paper or degradable confetti is allowed. 

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Veronica Delgado
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