Sustainability is an important part when planning your events and our member venues are here to demonstrate how they share your commitment to hosting greener events. 

Many of them highlight how working with trusted accredited suppliers they can support responsible event delivery from start to finish. With many of these suppliers being certified B-Corp companies or achieving other environmental certifications, along with the venues. 

Venues can offer plant-forward and seasonally led menus that celebrate British farmers and provide the freshest produce along with many other responsible practices including recycling materials, operating zero to landfill policies and using renewable energy to name but a few commitments that are taking place. 

In addition, venues can give you guidance that helps meet environmental objectives without compromising on creativity or impact.

English National Ballet

When you hire the Mulryan Centre for Dance, sustainability is quite literally built in. Since moving into the purpose‑built building in 2019, English National Ballet has benefited from a venue designed with environmental responsibility at its core. Thoughtful choices in orientation, materials and construction help reduce energy use and environmental impact, from north‑facing glazing and high airtightness to concrete with lower embodied carbon and timber finishes that act as carbon stores.

The building is powered by intelligent systems, including carbon‑efficient district heating, LED lighting throughout, natural ventilation and a Building Management System that optimises heating and cooling – all contributing to its BREEAM ‘Very Good’ rating.

We also work with a trusted list of accredited suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability, supporting responsible event delivery from start to finish. 

Contact us today at venuehire@ballet.org.uk to discuss hosting greener events that align quality, creativity and environmental care.

Tower Bridge

Food with impact at Tower Bridge

At Social Pantry, sustainability and social impact are at the heart of everything we do. As a certified B Corp, we balance people, planet and profit to deliver events that are as responsible as they are memorable.

As the exclusive caterer for Tower Bridge Events, we bring this philosophy to life through plant-forward, seasonally led menus that celebrate British farmers, heritage varietals and the freshest produce. Our zero-food-waste approach transforms leftovers into herb oils, cordials, purees and sauces, ensuring nothing goes to waste, without ever compromising on flavour or style.

Social impact is central to our mission: since 2015, we’ve supported prison leavers with meaningful employment and training opportunities – work recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in 2024.

We’re also proud to be part of Tower Bridge’s Green Team, supporting the venue’s sustainability goals and the City Bridge Foundation’s mission to make a positive difference for London’s people, communities and environment.

The result is events that combine an iconic London venue, outstanding service and delicious food – with impact.

Planning a greener, more memorable event? Get in touch: towerbridgeevents@socialpantry.co.uk

Royal Museums Greenwich

Putting the Green in Greenwich 

Royal Museums Greenwich place sustainability at core of their operations, with a clear commitment to reach Net Zero before 2050. They maintain transparent annual reporting, operate a zero to landfill policy and use renewable energy across their sites. They also play a leading role in promoting sustainability within fields such as astronomy and maritime. 

Their approved events suppliers are carefully selected for their commitment to seasonal, sustainable produce and responsible practices including recycling materials used in floristry and production. Many of these suppliers certified B-Corp companies. Through partnerships with organisations like EventCycle, clients can ensure that event waste is repurposed to benefit local communities and charities.

All revenue generated from events is reinvested into RMG's educational programmes, providing clients the opportunity to engage with meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives.

For more information on RMG's sustainability for events, head to https://www.rmg.co.uk/venue-hire/venue-news-faqs/venue-sustainability-policy

British Library

More sustainable practices are at the forefront of the British Library’s strategy for events. No stone is left unturned to reduce waste and reuse materials.

The building is subject to regular energy monitoring, with a target of reducing energy usage by 4% year-on-year. One way in which the Library actively works towards this target is through our solar thermal panels which create hot water from sunshine.

The Library tackles issues around food and waste through partnership with Graysons. Working alongside Slow Food UK, Graysons sources ethically and locally, refreshes menus bi-annually, focuses on expansion of vegetarian and vegan cuisine options, and only uses reusable or recyclable materials in their processes.

Every step of the way clients are equipped and encouraged to host greener events at the British Library. 

Get in touch today to book your event: centraleventsteam@bl.uk

The National Theatre

As part of our journey to achieve climate net zero, we are employing several strategies to change our relationship with the planet for the better.

Across our menus, we:

• Use a minimum of 80% British seasonal fruit & vegetables
• Feature sustainable fish stocks and high-welfare British poultry & pork
• Have introduced lower carbon red meat alternatives, such as venison
• Ensure plant-based options make up 25% of our offering
• Our venue features a honey-producing beehive, with honey which can be packaged for guests

Science Museum

Delivering sustainable events with impact at the Science Museum

Hosting an event at the Science Museum allows clients to align their sustainability ambitions with a world‑leading cultural institution committed to positive change. The Corporate Events Team works closely with organisers to support greener events, offering guidance that helps meet environmental objectives without compromising on creativity or impact.

Sustainability sits at the heart of the Science Museum Group’s operations, with a clear commitment to achieving Net Carbon Zero by 2033. Clients benefit from a venue underpinned by a robust Sustainability Action Plan, focused on reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste, empowering colleagues and inspiring visitors to think differently about the future.

From responsible supplier partnerships to low‑waste, energy‑efficient event delivery, clients are supported with thoughtful sustainability practices throughout the planning process. Choosing the Science Museum allows organisers to host an exceptional event and play an active role in inspiring future generations of scientists, engineers and innovators, delivering lasting environmental, social and business impact.

To enquire about hosting an event at the Science Museum, contact the team on: 020 7942 4340 / venuehire@sciencemuseum.ac.uk

Somerset House

Sustainability and responsible event management are of paramount importance to Somerset House and, by extension, our accredited suppliers. We are actively responding to environmental issues and aim to be cultural leaders in our sector by championing sustainable practices. By working together, we can make positive changes and collectively reduce the impact of our events on the planet. 

We have created a sustainability booklet that we share with clients to encourage them to think about sustainability at their event: https://media.somersethouse.org.uk/documents/Sustainability_Booklet_2025.pdf

Throughout the event planning process, we work with clients to make more sustainable choices at every step – whether that is encouraging clients to opt for reuseable branded elements over event-specific paraphernalia; using energy efficient screens over printed signage; or guiding their guests to our site via public transport rather than cars and taxis. 

We work closely with our accredited suppliers to promote their pioneering sustainability initiatives, amplify their achievements in sustainability accreditation, and to present the most sustainable choices to our clients. 

We’re proud to see an increase in sustainability considerations from our clients’ and continue to push ourselves to be informed on sustainability challenges and developments to deliver innovative and successful events. 

The Royal Institution

At the Royal Institution, a sustainable future is at the heart of all our activities. Our partnership with Searcy’s provides up-to-date sustainability practices, including a newly launched menu designed with the health and planet in mind. The menu measures CO2 impact and all ingredients are seasonally selected, so you can be confident your guests will enjoy the most fresh and sustainable flavours this summer. Searcy’s employs 30 sustainability pledges to ensure your events are catered with the planet in mind, and our branding supplier utilises sustainable materials throughout your event. 

We take pride in hosting events with organisations that align with our values and mission as a charity; making science accessible to all, and providing a space to bring scientists and the public together. 

To find out more, please contact venuehire@ri.ac.uk

Central Hall Westminster

Hosting a greener event at Central Hall Westminster is easier than ever thanks to our long‑standing commitment to sustainability with our recent achievement of Platinum Eco‑Smart accreditation from Greengage, recognising our ongoing effort to reduce environmental impact across our Grade II* listed venue. From energy efficiency to responsible waste management, the events we deliver benefit from sustainable practices.

Our award-winning catering partners, Green & Fortune, can boost your sustainable commitment when hosting your next event with sustainable menus that push the boundaries of event catering. Their chefs champion low‑waste cooking by using a wider variety of meat cuts and introduce thoughtful ingredient swaps, such as trout in place of salmon to reduce pressure on overfished species. Their approach ensures every dish is fresh and environmentally conscious.

At Central Hall Westminster, we look to deliver memorable experiences whilst making sure that event guests and planners leave feeling good about their environmental impact.

The HAC

Hosting greener events in the heart of London

At the HAC, clients are supported in delivering more sustainable events without compromising on experience. Artillery Garden offers a natural open-air setting, helping to reduce energy usage for lighting and production, while the adjoining historic rooms provide flexible indoor spaces managed with efficiency in mind.

The HAC works closely with Searcys, it’s in house catering partner, to prioritise seasonal sourcing, low waste practices and sustainable materials. From reducing single use plastics to offering more plant forward menu options, clients are guided to make conscious choices at every stage of their event.

The central London location also supports lower carbon travel, with excellent public transport links and access to local suppliers. A dedicated events team is on hand to guide clients through more sustainable solutions, making it simple to deliver an event that aligns with environmental goals.

The Natural History Museum

Sustainability is at the core of all the Natural History Museum’s priorities, which includes all of its venue hire options, aiming to achieve net zero by 2035. It was one of the first venues in London to weight their tender process for suppliers towards sustainability and does not allow choice in menus in order to cut down on food waste.

The Museum’s venue hire team work with their clients at every stage of the planning process to sure events are as sustainable as possible, whether that be choice of materials to finding alternatives to badge or table plan printing.

In 2025, the Museum opened its newest events space, the Garden Kitchen, nestled within five acres of beautiful gardens that surround the building. The space was constructed as part of a zero-diesel, zero-wate project and is fitted with electric-based air source heat pumps to provide heating and the majority of its hit water demands.

To learn more about hosting a greener event with the Museum, visit www.nhm.ac.uk/business-services/venue-hire.

the Design Museum

Delivering environmentally conscious events at the Design Museum

The Design Museum supports organisers looking to take a more environmentally considered approach to events, with responsible practices embedded into the way the Commercial Hire and Events team operates. Practical measures are implemented across planning and delivery, supported by a network of accredited suppliers working to reduce waste and carbon impact.

Following a thorough operational review two years ago, we have implemented environmentally conscious practices such as limiting single use plastics, removing single use carpets and floral foam, and prioritising reusable or biodegradable event equipment. Catering guidelines encourage a plant-forward approach, with external caterer quotations recommending a minimum of 70% vegetarian and vegan menu choices 

As a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation, the museum is recognised for its commitment to climate awareness and action, supported by its Environmental Impact Report and Sustainability Roadmap.

By hosting an event at the Design Museum, organisers are supporting a greener and more sustainable future for the events industry. The team works closely with clients to create memorable experiences that are both impactful and environmentally conscious.

To enquire about hosting an event, contact the team: venuehire@designmuseum.org / 020 3862 5907