Mail Rail at The Postal Museum

The Postal Museum and Courtyard costs £8,250 + VAT for venue hire, with access from 14:00 for setup, earliest guest arrival from 15:00, and guest departure at 23:00. Extended hours beyond 23:00 cost £500 + VAT per hour, subject to availability.

The Postal Museum and Courtyard can accommodate up to 120 guests for a standing reception. This includes both the indoor Welcome Space and the outdoor Courtyard area with its living wall and red post boxes.

Yes, all catering, production, floristry, entertainment and other services must be provided by The Postal Museum's accredited suppliers only. The venue team provides impartial guidance on supplier selection and can make initial enquiries on your behalf.

A 50% deposit is required when filling in the booking form to secure your date. The remaining 50% balance is payable 60 days before the event date.

Viewings are offered Tuesday to Friday between 9am-5pm, and Mondays subject to availability. Viewings take place at The Postal Museum Welcome Space and must be arranged in advance with the venue team.

The Courtyard features a stunning living wall, an authentic red telephone box, and iconic red post boxes. This vibrant outdoor space can be fully branded to reflect your event's theme and works well for both relaxed barbecue receptions and lively networking events.

Events can run beyond the standard 23:00 departure time for £500 + VAT per hour, subject to availability. Extended hours must be arranged in advance and approval depends on the venue's schedule and local licensing requirements.

Access for setup begins at 14:00, giving you one hour before the earliest guest arrival time of 15:00. All setup, catering preparation, and vendor arrangements must be coordinated through the venue's accredited suppliers only.

The venue hire fee of £8,250 + VAT is a flat rate regardless of guest numbers, up to the 120-person capacity limit. No minimum spend requirements are mentioned beyond the base venue hire cost.

The venue can put dates on hold while you finalize details, but specific hold periods aren't detailed in the available information. You'll need to contact the venue team directly to arrange holds and confirm how long dates can be reserved without a deposit.