Science Gallery London

Evening hire for the Theatre & Atrium is £2,500.00+VAT with a minimum catering spend of £20.00+VAT per person (minimum 60 people). The hire period runs from 18:30-22:30. For events on specific dates, reduced rates may be available - for example, £2,000.00+VAT venue hire with £2,000.00+VAT minimum catering spend total.

The Theatre can accommodate up to 120 people with an adjoining Atrium for catering and refreshment breaks. The Studio & Balcony combination can seat 50 delegates in cabaret layout, with the Balcony offering views of the Shard and serving as an ideal space for fresh air during breaks.

Theatre hire includes screen and projector, lectern with comfort monitor and lectern mic, PA system and speakers, 1 roving mic, electronic pointer/clicker, ability to colour wash the space, and an AV technician as standard. Additional charges apply for event filming or livestreaming.

The Day Delegate Rate is £79.00+VAT per person (minimum 40 people) for Studio & Balcony hire from 08:30-17:00. This includes breakfast on arrival, mid-morning refreshments, individually served lunch, afternoon refreshments, full AV equipment, onsite technician, security, and event management.

Catering options include tea/coffee at £2.99+VAT per person per break, light lunch from £24.00+VAT per person, mini muffins at £2.50+VAT per person, chocolate chip cookies at £2.00+VAT per person, gluten free chocolate brownie bites at £2.50+VAT per person, and chef's selection of biscuits at £2.00+VAT per person.

For short lead bookings, confirmation is required by end of play the following day with full pre-payment required by close of play within a specified timeframe (typically within days of confirmation). Standard booking terms may vary depending on lead time.

Standard half-day hire runs 13:00-17:00, full day hire 08:30-17:00, and evening hire 18:30-22:30. Custom timings can be accommodated - for example, 15:30-18:30 has been offered for specific events, though this may affect minimum spend requirements.

Yes, instead of Day Delegate Rates, room hire plus minimum catering spend can be offered. For example, Studio & Balcony hire at £3,000.00+VAT plus £1,600.00+VAT minimum catering spend for 08:30-17:00 hire, allowing clients to choose their own catering from available menus.

Additional charges apply for event filming or livestreaming beyond the standard AV technician service. All prices are subject to VAT. Minimum catering spends are mandatory and calculated per person with minimum guest requirements varying by package.

Exhibition access depends on timing and current exhibitions. During some periods there may be no exhibitions as the venue prepares for upcoming exhibits. When exhibitions are running, such as Quantum Untangled, admission is typically free and guests can visit before or after event sessions.