Exclusive hire of a venue opens so many possibilities to host a variety of different types of events. From creative brand experiences, company-wide conferences, gala dinners, private celebrations, a multitude of different festivals and even sporting events. 

Venue takeovers not only offer an abundance of unique spaces, allowing privacy and flexibility but they can also provide exclusive access to leading exhibitions and galleries for your guests to enjoy without the crowds. 

Our iconic landmark member venues can provide extensive halls, museum galleries, spectacular atriums, entire historic houses and acres of gardens and grassland, perfect for immersive activations and experiences. Choose one of our member venues and make a big impression this year!

Natural History Museum

Full-Day Venue Hire at the Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum is one of London’s most iconic landmarks and in 2025, it announced that for the first time, it would be offering exclusive full-day venue hire to its portfolio of event spaces and offerings.

Dubbed the ‘Cathedral to Nature’, the Museum is renowned for its Romanesque architecture, towering pillars and staircases and an abundance of unique spaces. From the grandiose metallic globe overlooking its Earth Hall, to its Hintze Hall, home to Hope the Blue Whale, the 25-metre whale skeleton which presides over the main atrium, all these spaces are now available as part of its full-day hire.

As part of the full-day package, clients can also have access to its leading exhibitions and galleries, including its iconic Dinosaur Gallery, its five acres of gardens that surround the building and the world-famous Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

For more information, contact the Museum’s award-winning Venue Hire team via www.nhm.ac.uk/business-services/venue-hire.

Hampton Court Place

Full Palace Takeovers at Hampton Court Palace

Once Henry VIII’s ‘party palace,’ Hampton Court Palace combines one of the UKs most stunning historic venues with 750 acres of beautifully maintained grassland, framed by ancient oak trees, picturesque lime tree avenues and 60 acres of spectacular formal gardens.

HRP is very excited to offer the palace and grounds for exclusive hire for up to 10,000 guests (approximately) to give your event the feel of royal splendour and scale.

With its atmospheric courtyards and unspoilt grassland, Hampton Court Palace boasts a variety of scenic outdoor and indoor spaces, all of which afford unforgettable views of one of the greatest palaces ever built. Marquees and other structures can be erected on our marquee sites by arrangement, so you can rest assured that your event will be a success, come rain or shine.

From festivals and sporting events to brand launches, conferences and gala dinners, Hampton Court Palace provides a rare and prestigious setting where history and nature meet.

To find out more about exclusive event hire at Hampton Court Palace please contact the events team: hamptoncourtpalaceevents@hrp.org.uk 

Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery

This March, Pitzhanger invites guests to experience what an “Exclusively Yours” takeover can truly look like. From weddings and milestone celebrations to private dinners, brand launches, filming and creative away days, hiring Pitzhanger with our Exclusively Yours package means having the entire venue to yourself — uninterrupted, unhurried and completely bespoke.

Our Private Wedding Preview offers a glimpse into this approach through the lens of weddings, inspired by the on-brand theme of Bridgerton, with styled spaces, open access to the house, and the opportunity to meet our expert events team. But the principle extends far beyond “I do’s”. Every full venue hire at Pitzhanger is designed around your vision, with the freedom to use the building and grounds in a way that feels entirely your own.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, a special celebration or a standout corporate event, Pitzhanger could be just the place.

The HAC

Creating moments with exclusive use at the HAC

The Honourable Artillery Company offers clients the opportunity to take over an entire venue in the heart of the City of London. With exclusive use available across its historic buildings and five acre Artillery Garden, events can be tailored from arrival to departure.

Exclusive hire provides creative freedom, privacy and flexibility, making it ideal for large scale brand experiences, corporate showcases and private celebrations. The Prince Consort Rooms offer a private courtyard entrance, terrace and adaptable interiors, well suited to conferences, receptions and evening events.

Recent examples include London Concours, which transformed Artillery Garden into a world class automotive showcase, and the PA Show hosted in the Prince Consort Rooms, combining conference content with networking and awards.

Contact the events team at sales@hac.org.uk or call 020 7382 1533.

Science Museum

One venue, endless possibilities 

Step into the Science Museum, where clients have the opportunity to hire the entire venue on selected dates throughout the year. From our purpose-built spaces Illuminate and the Smith Centre to IMAX: The Ronson Theatre and the inspiring galleries, including the new Space Gallery, there are options for full-day or multi-day events, offering unmatched flexibility for summits, conferences, launches, brand activations and parties.

If you are planning a standout event in 2026, exclusive hire of the Science Museum is guaranteed to make a big impression. Contact our team to enquire about a museum takeover now: venuehire@sciencemuseum.ac.uk  / 020 7942 4340

the Design Museum

Bring your ideas to life at the Design Museum

The Design Museum invites brands and creative teams to bring their ideas to life with exclusive daytime hire. By taking over the entire museum, clients will benefit from access to the iconic triple‑height Atrium, the light‑filled Helene and Johannes Huth Gallery, and a range of contemporary event spaces, each offering distinctive backdrops for exhibitions, activations, or immersive experiences.

Exclusive hire is ideal for larger briefs, complex installations, and full takeovers, providing both character and flexibility for storytelling and brand engagement.

With expert planning support and spaces designed to inspire, the Design Museum offers a unique setting where creativity and design take centre stage.

For more information, visit designmuseum.org or contact venuehire@designmuseum.org 

The Royal Institution of Great Britain

The Royal Institution’s primary purpose is to provide a space for scientists and the public to come together and explore science, but this does not stop us from offering an abundance of exclusive hire opportunities in our Grade I listed building in the heart of Mayfair. 

A full venue takeover at the Royal Institution includes access to the exhibition space on the Lower Ground Floor, the Mezzanine space on the Ground Floor, and the iconic Faraday Theatre on the First Floor. Across the Ground and First Floors, multiple breakout rooms are available with capacities ranging from 90 guests to more intimate 30-guest spaces, with a maximum event capacity of 400 people across the venue. 

Additionally, the Ri can also accommodate any sponsors relevant to your event to house their own stands in high footfall areas. 

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

Royal Museums Greenwich

At Royal Museums Greenwich, we offer a collection of five exceptional venues available for exclusive hire, each providing its own distinctive aesthetic, atmosphere and unforgettable backdrop for your next event. 

Whether you and your guests step back into the Victorian tea trade era with a dinner beneath the hull of the Grade I listed Cutty Sark, host a decadent private celebration at the former royal residence of Queen’s House in true 17th-century style, or stage an impressive dinner reception amid the 18th-century grandeur of the National Maritime Museum, each setting promises a truly memorable experience. You may also choose to mark a company milestone just moments from the Greenwich Meridian, within an original Sir Christopher Wren interior at the Royal Observatory, or beneath the stars in its striking, modern addition, the Peter Harrison Planetarium.

We can't wait to start dreaming your next event with you! Contact RMG now at events@rmg.co.uk or on 0208 312 8517.

London Museum Spaces

Historic settings for exclusive venue hire

London Museum Spaces gives clients the chance to hire the venue exclusively, creating a private setting that feels both special and relaxed. Being based in one of the City’s most recognisable cultural buildings, the venue offers light filled, flexible rooms with modern facilities that can be shaped around your event.

The Terrace Gallery, Garden Room and Boardroom can be hired together, allowing guests to move easily between spaces and making the venue feel like their own for the day or evening. Whether you are hosting a conference, a creative event or a reception, the venue team is on hand to support every detail, helping events run smoothly and comfortably in a setting that feels welcoming, elegant and distinctly London.

Somerset House

Somerset House offers an exceptional setting for exclusive events in the heart of central London, where clients can take over some of the venue’s most distinctive spaces.

At the heart of Somerset House is the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court — the neoclassical Courtyard, surrounded by Georgian architecture and capable of hosting large-scale receptions, brand activations, and dinners against a truly atmospheric backdrop. For more intimate al fresco entertaining, the River Terrace, set against the iconic 18th-century façade with sweeping views across the Thames, provides a scenic setting for summer parties and receptions.

Indoors, the Embankment Galleries, the largest internal space, offer a versatile blank canvas for conferences, awards, and product launches. The Lancaster and River Rooms, both with private access, along with the Portico Rooms and Navy Board Rooms, which provide exclusive hire of the first floor of the South Wing complete with two private balconies, create refined settings for bespoke events.

Discover more about Somerset House’s spaces via events@somersethouse.org.uk or 020 7845 4618.

Trinity House

The working home of the General Lighthouse Authority, Trinity House is a Georgian gem offering glorious views of the Tower of London from four of its five elegant south-facing rooms. The Library, seating up to 130, offers two adjacent rooms for a flexible event format, and the Court Room, seating up to 80, offers the Reading Room as an adjacent space with a working fireplace for added warmth and intimacy.  

To guarantee privacy and exclusivity, the hire of any single room, or the venue as a whole, is always proffered on an exclusive-use basis only.

www.trinityhouse.co.uk/events-at-trinity-house-london   LinkedIn: @trinityhouseevents  Instagram: @trinityhouseevents Email:  venue.enquiries@trinityhouse.co.uk

London Museum Docklands

Evenings at London Museum Docklands

London Museum Docklands offers a striking setting for exclusive, afterhours events in a Grade I listed former sugar warehouse on the quayside at West India Quay. Clients can take over the museum’s versatile spaces for dinners, receptions and meetings, many opening onto a private terrace overlooking the docks.

When the museum closes, your event can extend into the galleries, where guests can explore exhibitions, join guided tours and enjoy talks. This creates a distinctive, immersive experience that brings London’s maritime and trading history to life.

With flexible spaces and expert support from the venue team, London Museum Docklands provides a memorable backdrop for exclusive evening events, blending history, discovery and celebration in one remarkable setting. Bookings in January and February benefit from 20% off room hire, making this the perfect time to take over the museum for an evening event by the docks.