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Venue Type

Unique Venue

City

London

Region

North London

Standing

800

theatre

250

dinner

600

bedrooms

About Venue

The Royal Air Force Museum London is one of the capital's most distinctive event venues, located on the historic site of the original London Aerodrome in Hendon. Surrounded by iconic aircraft and aviation history, the museum offers a collection of flexible event spaces that combine impressive scale with an unforgettable setting for conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions, product launches and private events.

With modern conference facilities, complimentary parking, excellent transport links and a dedicated events team, the museum provides an inspiring destination for both daytime meetings and spectacular evening events. As a registered charity, every event held at the museum directly supports the preservation of Britain's aviation heritage.

Event Spaces

Sunderland Hall (Hangar 1)

The museum's flagship event venue accommodates up to 800 standing, 600 dinner, 600 seated buffet or 450 dinner dance guests beneath the iconic Sunderland Flying Boat. Featuring dramatic lighting, integrated AV and an unforgettable aviation backdrop, Sunderland Hall is ideal for gala dinners, awards ceremonies, exhibitions and large corporate events.

Sunderland Suite

A modern meeting and private dining suite overlooking the aircraft displays, accommodating up to 120 theatre, 60 cabaret, 100 dinner, 150 reception or 30 boardroom. Perfect for conferences, training sessions, board meetings and networking events.

Exhibition Space (Hangar 1)

A unique event space surrounded by RAF history, suitable for receptions of up to 200 guests or dinners for 80. Ideal for exhibitions, networking and evening receptions.

Hangar 2

An atmospheric aircraft hangar accommodating up to 200 reception, 100 dinner or 80 seated buffet guests. A flexible setting for receptions, dinners, exhibitions and product launches.

Historic Hangars (3, 4 & 5)

One of the museum's most spectacular event spaces, accommodating 800 standing, 360 dinner, 360 dinner dance, 360 seated buffet or 100 theatre beneath legendary RAF aircraft including the Avro Lancaster. Perfect for gala dinners, awards ceremonies and large receptions.

Hangar 6

A contemporary aviation space showcasing the RAF from 1980 onwards, suitable for 250 receptions, 100 standing buffet or 80 dinner guests. Ideal for receptions, exhibitions and networking events.

Dermot Boyle Wing

A flexible conference venue accommodating 250 theatre, 250 reception, 170 dinner, 140 dinner dance, 120 cabaretor 50 boardroom delegates. Designed for conferences, seminars, exhibitions and corporate events.

Lecture Theatre

A purpose-built lecture theatre with tiered seating for 220 delegates, ideal for conferences, presentations, product launches and seminars.

Art Gallery

An elegant first-floor event space overlooking the Historic Hangars accommodating 150 reception, 60 dinner or 60 seated buffet guests. Ideal for drinks receptions, private dining and networking events.

Facilities and Services

Dedicated event management, in-house catering, complimentary parking, integrated AV, staging and production support, exhibition space, WiFi, air conditioning, natural daylight in selected rooms, museum access, accessible facilities and sustainable catering.

Location and Access

Located in Hendon, North London, the museum is just 0.6 miles from Colindale Underground Station (Northern Line)with Hendon and Mill Hill Broadway stations nearby. Heathrow, London City, Luton and Stansted airports are all easily accessible, while complimentary on-site parking is available for guests.

Ideal For

Conferences
Gala Dinners
Awards Ceremonies
Product Launches
Exhibitions
Networking Events
Christmas Parties
Private Dining
Charity Events
Corporate Hospitality

Key Features

9 Flexible Event Spaces
Up to 800 Standing
Up to 600 Dinner
Iconic Aircraft Displays
Complimentary Parking
Dedicated Events Team
Historic RAF Museum
North London Location

Why Hire

The Royal Air Force Museum offers one of London's most memorable event settings, combining world-famous aircraft, spectacular hangars and modern conference facilities. Whether hosting a board meeting, conference, gala dinner or product launch, every event benefits from a unique aviation backdrop while supporting the museum's charitable work.