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Venue Type
Museum
City
London
Region
South London
Standing
1000
theatre
300
dinner
220
bedrooms
0
About
Imperial War Museum
Located in the heart of Lambeth, just moments from the South Bank, the Imperial War Museum London is one of the capital's most iconic event venues, combining remarkable history with striking contemporary event spaces. Housed within the former Bethlem Royal Hospital, the Grade II listed building provides a dramatic backdrop for conferences, gala dinners, product launches, receptions and private events, surrounded by internationally significant military collections and suspended aircraft displays.
The venue offers a selection of versatile event spaces including the spectacular Atrium, rooftop terraces, elegant boardrooms and contemporary meeting rooms. Combining state-of-the-art event technology with unique heritage surroundings, the museum creates memorable experiences for corporate events and private celebrations alike while supporting the museum's educational work.
Situated close to Waterloo and Westminster, the museum enjoys excellent transport links and is easily accessible from across London, making it an exceptional destination for national and international events.
Event Spaces
The Atrium
The museum's signature event space, featuring suspended historic aircraft and soaring architecture, ideal for gala dinners, receptions, awards ceremonies and product launches for up to 450 standing guests or 220 seated for dinner.
Roof Terrace
A contemporary rooftop space overlooking the London skyline, suitable for summer receptions, networking events and private entertaining for up to 250 guests.
Park View Room
A bright and modern event space overlooking Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, perfect for meetings, receptions, breakfasts and private dining for up to 100 guests.
Orpen Boardroom
An elegant executive boardroom suited to board meetings, presentations, workshops and private dining events.
Meeting Rooms
A collection of flexible meeting spaces ideal for training sessions, seminars, breakout rooms and corporate meetings.
Facilities and Services
High-speed Wi-Fi, integrated AV technology, hybrid event capabilities, live streaming facilities, in-house catering, exhibition space, dedicated event management, accessible facilities, breakout rooms, rooftop terrace and exclusive venue hire.
Ideal For
Conferences
Awards Ceremonies
Product Launches
Networking Events
Private Dining
Corporate Receptions
Exhibitions
AGMs
Summer Parties
Charity Events
Key Features
Iconic London Museum Venue
Spectacular Atrium Event Space
Historic Grade II Listed Building
Rooftop Terrace
Hybrid Event Technology
Flexible Meeting Rooms
Exclusive Venue Hire
Dedicated Event Team
Outstanding Catering
Central London Location
Iconic London Museum Venue
Spectacular Atrium Event Space
Historic Grade II Listed Building
Rooftop Terrace
Hybrid Event Technology
Flexible Meeting Rooms
Exclusive Venue Hire
Dedicated Event Team
Outstanding Catering
Central London Location
Why Hire
Imperial War Museum London offers a truly unforgettable setting for corporate events, combining world-class architecture, fascinating historic collections and exceptional event facilities. Whether hosting an awards dinner beneath suspended aircraft or a conference in one of its contemporary meeting spaces, the venue delivers an inspiring experience unlike any other in London.
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Venue Features
Venue Tech
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Location
Location and Access
Located on Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ, the Imperial War Museum sits between Westminster and Elephant & Castle, adjacent to Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park. The venue is within walking distance of Lambeth North Underground Station, Waterloo Station and Elephant & Castle, providing excellent transport connections across London and the UK.
London City Airport | 8.5 miles
Lambeth North | 0.3 mile
Elephant & Castle | 0.4 miles
VENUE INFO
Event spaces
5
meeting rooms
0
bedrooms
0
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