Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum

Cromwell Road, England, SW7 5BD
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Natural History Museum London Events

If you’re on the hunt for a truly one of a kind event venue in London that’s guaranteed to blow your guests away, the Natural History Museum is the place. The museum’s striking architecture and world-class collections form a dramatic backdrop for prestigious events and luxury weddings in London’s South Kensington. Venue options include the spectacular Hintze Hall which is hired alongside the impressive Fossil Way; larger affairs can add the magnificent North Hall so to accommodate 650 dinner dance. For intimate celebrations, the celestial Earth Hall is the perfect choice.

As night falls and the doors close to the general public, this iconic London museum comes to life for show-stopping weddings, private parties, corporate events, and gala dinners. Offering exclusive venue hire of their magnificent spaces, you’ll enjoy total privacy and seclusion at the Natural History Museum as you celebrate with your guests surrounded by precious exhibits and stunning architecture. 

Whether you’re planning an intimate soiree or a lavish wedding reception for hundreds of guests, the museum’s dedicated venue hire team will use their expertise to ensure your vision is brought to life effortlessly. As a dry hire venue, the Natural History Museum’s team will supply you with a list of accredited suppliers for your event, including some of the industry’s finest caterers, florists, entertainers, stylists, and production specialists. 

 

Highlights of Natural History Museum London Events:

  • Host a spectacular event surrounded by world-class exhibits and ornate architecture
  • Choose from an array of magnificent event spaces, ranging from intimate to grand
  • Licenced for ceremonies
  • Late licence available until 3am, subject to availability. Additional charges apply
  • Maximum seated dinner dance for 650 guests when opting for all event spaces
  • Dedicated venue hire team with a wealth of planning experience
  • Create your dream event with an approved list of exceptional suppliers and caterers

Event types supported

Wedding

Venue details

Dinner & Dance
Dinner & Dance
Up to 450 guests
Dining
Dining
Up to 650 guests

Spaces at this venue

Hintze Hall
Capacity
0-650

Hintze Hall

Wi-Fi Projector Audiovisual (AV) equipment Natural light Accessible venue Dance floor Stage
Earth Hall
Capacity
0-200

Earth Hall

Wi-Fi Projector Audiovisual (AV) equipment Accessible venue Dance floor
Fossil Way
Capacity
0-450

Fossil Way

Wi-Fi Projector Audiovisual (AV) equipment Natural light Accessible venue
Darwin Centre and Courtyard
Capacity
0-150

Darwin Centre and Courtyard

Wi-Fi Projector Audiovisual (AV) equipment Air conditioning Natural light Accessible venue

Frequently asked questions

Yes, the museum is licensed for Civil Marriages and Civil Partnerships; choose to host wedding ceremonies in a number of their unique event spaces.
The Natural History Museum’s venue hire start at £11,000 and can range up to £35,500 depending on the space and the year/day of the week you choose. Depending on which spaces you choose to hire, production can range anywhere upwards of £10,000 (as a minimum). Catering, floristry and décor must all be considered on top.
The magnificent Hintze Hall, hired alongside Fossil Way, can accommodate up to 450 seated guests with space for a dancefloor. Earth Hall has room for 170 ceremony guests or 200 guests for dinner and dancing. For larger affairs, hire of the Hintze & North Hall can accommodate up to 650 guests dinner dance.
The museum is licensed until midnight, with the option to extend to 3am for an additional fee.
Weddings at the Natural History Museum are nothing short of spectacular. Each venue within the museum provides a striking backdrop for your wedding celebrations, surrounded by iconic architecture and priceless collections. 
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There is no parking available at the Natural History Museum London; however, metred parking is available nearby.
The Natural History Museum is a dry hire venue with a list of approved caterers available. There are plenty of exceptional catering options to suit all tastes and budgets, with Kosher and Asian catering available.

Location and Access

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Veronica Delgado
Veronica Delgado
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