London Museum, venue for hire in London

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About London Museum

Set beneath the impressive, great dome of a restored Victorian market, the London Museum in Smithfield is one of the capital’s most distinctive settings for large-scale events. Its combination of historic architecture, contemporary intervention and ambitious production capabilities makes it a wow-worthy venue for any celebration, but particular corporate and large scale events such as gala dinners and brand launches.

Available for evening hire, the venue accommodates up to 1,500 guests across a collection of interconnected spaces. Flexible layouts allow organisers to build everything from formal dining experiences to immersive brand takeovers, while a dedicated events and AV team support staging, lighting and production. Four LED walls and further digital opportunities provide an immediate canvas for branding, without competing with the building's character.

At street level, the 'Real Time' space offers a bold introduction to the museum. Its industrial aesthetic and large digital screen make it a natural choice for receptions with room for bars, food stations and live entertainment. The space accommodates up to 500 guests standing or 50 for dinner, and connects directly with the larger Our Time gallery.

Our Time forms the dramatic centrepiece of the General Market. Framed by Victorian ironwork and the soaring dome, the hall can host up to 750 guests for dinner or 1,000 standing. Its scale allows for catwalks, exhibitions, awards stages and ambitious immersive builds, while the architecture lends itself beautifully to lighting and projection.

The 'Past Time' space offers a different vibe, opening selected museum galleries for networking receptions and VIP events. Accommodating up to 1,000 guests across chosen areas, it encourages guests to explore the displays while moving naturally between the wider event spaces.

Catering can be tailored to the setting, with menus drawing on London’s long history. Sample dishes include queen olive, anchovy and chilli skewers, roast wild boar belly with pickled kohlrabi, seared seabass with saffron and fennel, and honey panna cotta with figs and pomegranate.

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Delegates/Guests

Up to 1500

Venue Hire Cost

Top End

Event Type

Anniversary party, Awards ceremony, Conference, Corporate event, Corporate party, Drinks reception, Engagement party, Exhibition, Filming/photography location, Summer party, Team building

Venue Type

Institutions, Museum, Sustainable

Venue Style

Blank canvas, Cool, Corporate, Creative, Historic, Light and bright, Modern, Quirky and unique, Traditional

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Our Time

£14000 Price per day

What's Included?

1000

Standing

750

Banquet

Best suited to gala dinners, award ceremonies, conferences and large receptions, Our Time is the central hall of the General Market, distinguished by its impressive scale, Victorian ironwork and striking dome. The space transitions effortlessly from day to evening events, accommodating everything from elegant dining experiences to large-scale productions. Designed with flexibility in mind, it provides a dramatic architectural backdrop for staging, lighting and immersive event builds, allowing each occasion to create its own unique identity. Features include a spacious central hall ideal for production and staging, room for exhibitions, catwalks and dining layouts, architectural elements that enhance lighting and projection, capacity for up to 750 guests for dinner or 1,000 standing, and seamless connectivity with Real Time to expand capacity further.

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Past Time

£18000 Price per day

What's Included?

Best suited to networking receptions, curated experiences and VIP events, Past Time offers exclusive access to the museum’s galleries, creating a more immersive and reflective atmosphere within the wider venue. Through thoughtfully designed displays and story-led environments, the space encourages exploration, conversation and meaningful engagement among guests. Flexible gallery areas can be adapted to suit a variety of event formats, while the unique setting provides a memorable backdrop for premium experiences. With capacity for up to 1,000 standing guests across selected galleries, Past Time also acts as a natural bridge between Real Time and Our Time, allowing guests to move seamlessly through the venue’s interconnected event spaces.

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Real Time

£11000 Price per day

What's Included?

500

Standing

Banquet

Best suited to receptions, brand activations and afterparties, Real Time occupies a prominent street-level position on West Poultry Avenue, creating a striking arrival point between modern London and the historic market setting. Defined by its industrial character and flexible design, the space is ideal for dynamic, high-energy events, with opportunities for impactful digital branding and bespoke event layouts. A large digital screen allows for immersive brand takeovers, while configurable floorplans can accommodate bars, food stations and live entertainment. With capacity for up to 500 standing guests or 50 for dinner, Real Time also connects directly to Our Time, making it an ideal gateway space for larger, multi-area events.

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General Market Exclusive Hire

£26500 Price per day

What's Included?

1500

Standing

700

Banquet

We’re breathing new life into two historic buildings in the heart of the City of London – opening towards the end of 2026. Set beneath the striking dome of a beautifully restored Victorian market , the museum will offer a spectacular backdrop for gala dinners, brand launches and high-profile celebrations. Creating a landmark destination. With versatile spaces designed for large-scale receptions and standout dining experiences, it will host up to 750 for dinner or 1,500 for receptions — bringing people together in a space that celebrates both community and culture. Real Time Available on its own or alongside Our Time and Past Time, Real Time offers flexible event space ideal for drinks receptions, intimate dinners and full brand takeovers. Capacity: 500 for receptions and 50 for seated dinners. Our Time The museum’s central space, Our Time provides a striking setting for award ceremonies, launches, fashion shows, corporate dinners and receptions. Capacity: 1,000 standing or 750 seated. Past Time Galleries Home to the museum’s historic collection, this unique gallery space offers a memorable setting for drinks receptions. Capacity: up to 1,000 guests standing.

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London Museum's Pricing Summary

Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION BY THE HIRER 18.1 The Hirer may only cancel an Event and terminate the Agreement with the Company by notice in writing to the Company. If the Event is cancelled by the Hirer, the Company will levy the following cancellation charges which the Hirer hereby agrees to pay, but noting that there is a condition for Individual Hirers set out in clause 18.3 below: Page 12 of 16 London Museum / 020 7814 5789 / venuehire@londonmuseum.org.uk If the Event is taking place at London Museum at Smithfield (a) 100% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs less than 6 months prior to the Event date. (b) 80% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs between 6 and 12 months prior to the Event date. (c) 50% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs more than 12 months prior to the Event date. If the Event is taking place at London Museum Docklands (a) 100% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs 60 days or less prior to the Event date. (b) 50% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs 61 days or more prior to the Event date. If the Event is taking place at London Museum Spaces (a) 100% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs 60 days or less prior to the Event date. (b) 50% of the Total Charges will be payable and retained by the Company if the cancellation occurs 61 days or more prior to the Event date.