London Museum Docklands

The Wilberforce Room costs £2,450 + VAT per day (9:00-17:00) for up to 150 cabaret or 180 dinner layout. The Riverside Room costs £2,000-£2,350 + VAT per day (9:00-17:00) for up to 100 standing reception or seated dining. Christmas packages start from £162 + VAT per person with minimum 150 people.

The Wilberforce Room accommodates up to 180 guests for dinner and dance or 150 in cabaret layout. The Riverside Room can host up to 100 guests for seated dining. The venue's overall maximum capacity is 250 people in theatre layout or 180 in cabaret across all spaces.

Bovingdons is the in-house caterer for London Museum Docklands. They offer various packages including daytime catering from £50 + VAT per person, Christmas packages from £162 + VAT per person, and can arrange cocktail masterclasses. Alternative caterers are available and listed in the venue brochure.

All rooms include projector, screen, PA system with 1 handheld microphone, and Wi-Fi access as standard. Additional services available include AV technician support at £250-£350 + VAT, extra microphones at £50 + VAT each, stage setup at £500-£600 + VAT, and uplighters at £25 + VAT each.

Standard dining events run from 9:00-17:00, with Christmas parties typically 18:30-23:00. Access is usually provided 30-60 minutes before guest arrival. Evening events can extend until midnight with appropriate licensing arrangements.

Yes, the Riverside Room includes access to a private terrace with additional capacity for 350 guests standing. This outdoor space is ideal for drinks receptions, BBQs, and al fresco dining as part of summer packages starting from £117 + VAT per person.

Events are initially held on 'second option' while awaiting confirmation from other clients. To secure a 'first option' or confirmed booking, you need to be ready to sign a contract. The venue requires confirmation of timings, guest numbers, and catering requirements before finalizing quotes.

The venue is fully accessible and offers charity discounts for qualifying organizations. All monies raised from events are used to preserve the museum's collections and London's history. The venue can accommodate various event types from corporate dining to private celebrations, with flexibility for bespoke arrangements.

Christmas packages start from £162 + VAT per person (minimum 150 people) and include Riverside Room hire, 1-hour access to Sailortown, four canapés, four bowls, unlimited Prosecco or winter cocktails for the first hour, unlimited house beer and wines, standard furniture and linen, plus cloakroom facilities.

Yes, Bovingdons can create tailored menus including teenage-friendly foods for charity events, healthy options, and various dietary requirements. They offer flexible catering from simple refreshments to full three-course meals, with options for buffet, bowl food, or plated service depending on your event needs.