Victoria and Albert Museum
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Victoria and Albert Museum
What you need to know
What’s the capacity for events and weddings at Victoria and Albert Museum London?
Capacities for events at the V&A vary throughout the venue. The smallest room, the Morris Room, can host a dinner for up to 40 guests. The Dome is the largest indoor venue and can host up to 600 for a reception or 250 for dinner, while the John Madejski Garden can host a reception-style event for up to 600 people.
Does Victoria and Albert Museum London do corporate functions?
Meetings and conferences are not suited to Victoria and Albert Museum London, however other corporate events and functions are catered to, including awards nights, networking event, gala dinners, and corporate parties.
Are there any hotels near Victoria and Albert Museum London for event or wedding guests?
Hotels nearby include:
- Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel, from £433 per night
- Bulgari Hotel London, from £512 per night
- The Berkeley Hotel London, from £420 per night
Is there parking at Victoria and Albert Museum London?
There is no parking available at Victoria and Albert Museum London, however, metred parking is available nearby.
What’s the food like at Victoria and Albert Museum London events?
Victoria and Albert Museum London is a dry hire venue, with a list of approved caterers available. Options vary, with Kosher and Asian catering available, making this a perfect venue for Jewish and Asian weddings or celebrations.
Are fireworks permitted in the John Madejski Garden?
No, fireworks and flames are not allowed anywhere in the museum.
Venue Spaces
Dome
At the entrance of the Victoria and Albert Museum London, the Dome is a large venue with marble columns, black and white floor and decorative domed ceiling that soars high above the space. A Dale Chihuly designed glass centrepiece adds drama and style to the already theatrical space. With a large capacity, the Dome can hold receptions, dinners, and dinner dances.
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- Wi-Fi
- Audiovisual (AV) equipment
- Natural light
John Madejski Garden
Hidden from the rest of London, the John Madejski Garden is a large, elegant, and immaculate outdoor venue for hosting your event, right in the middle of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A beautiful central water feature and landscaped garden provide a beautiful space for a large reception or pre-dinner drinks. Marquees are not permitted, however, use of the Dome is included in the venue hire as an alternative, in case of rain.
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- Natural light
- Accessible venue
- Smoking area
Raphael Gallery
The Raphael Gallery is the largest event venue in the V&A and is perfect for a large party, gala dinner, or awards night. Renaissance art and a Spanish gilded altarpiece make this room a truly spectacular place to host your event.
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- Wi-Fi
- Audiovisual (AV) equipment
- Natural light
Other Galleries
Victoria and Albert Museum London boasts numerous galleries that can be used for your event, creating a unique backdrop to your party or celebration. With small-mid size capacities, they’re perfect for dinners or small receptions. Consider the Edwin & Susan Davies Paintings Galleries to have an event surrounded by works from Turner and Constable; the Whiteley Silver Galleries which houses the nation’s largest collection of silver; or the Fashion Galleries, where you’ll be surrounded by four centuries of European style.
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- Natural light
Morris and Gamble Rooms
The Morris Room, designed by William Morris in the 1860s, is a small yet stunning room with stained-glass windows and painted Elizabethan-style panels, that would be perfect for a breakfast or dinner event. The adjacent Gamble Room, with slightly larger capacity, boasts opulence made up of decorative ceramic tiles, large columns, and stained-glass windows.
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- Wi-Fi
- Audiovisual (AV) equipment
- Natural light
Get in Touch
Aneeza Qureshi
Your Venue Specialist
P: +447897019602E: aneeza@venuecrew.com Request a Quote
Our location
Victoria & Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL, UK