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What are the venue hire costs for private events at Paradox Museum London?

Exclusive venue hire ranges from £3,000 to £18,600 including VAT depending on event duration and requirements. For example, 5-hour hire (5pm-10pm) costs £3,000, while extended hire (5pm-11:30pm) costs £18,600. The museum typically closes from 3pm onwards for event setup, which is factored into the hire cost.

What catering options and costs are available for events?

Catering starts from £2,000 including VAT and varies significantly by menu type and guest count. Bowl food menus cost £8,705.40 for 75 people, while canape menus cost £8,078.40 for 75 people. Drink packages from partner 'Canababes' range from £12-£20 per person, with finger food/bowl food menus starting from £15,000 including VAT for larger events.

What are the capacity limits for different event spaces?

The Main Atrium can accommodate up to 250 guests maximum for cocktail receptions. The Dragon's Nest Room is available for smaller private events and birthday parties. Specific capacity limits for the Dragon's Nest Room are not specified in available information.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV hire starts from £1,000 including VAT for basic setups, with full DJ packages costing from £5,000 including VAT. Services include DJ booths, PA systems, microphones, screens (up to 4 screens for rolling presentations), and stage access. Technical services are provided through external partner 'Perception' with quotes valid for 14 days.

What are the available time slots and booking restrictions for events?

Events typically run from 5pm onwards with client access available from earlier for setup. Birthday parties are offered at specific times only: 11am, 1pm, or 2:30pm slots. The venue staff are available for site visits between 10am-5pm, and the museum closes from 3pm for event preparation when required.

What birthday party packages are available and what do they include?

Two birthday packages are offered: The Mayfair Chippy Package at £60 per child including VAT (fish goujons, fried halloumi fingers, or grilled sausage with chips), and VIP Birthday Package at £52 per child including VAT. Both include self-guided museum entry, Zero-Gravity room access, exclusive Dragon's Nest party room use, catering and tableware.

What additional entertainment services can be added to events?

Optional add-on services include in-house photographer from £100 per hour, magician from £175 per hour, face painter from £175 per hour, balloon illusionist from £175 per hour, and children's entertainers from £175 per hour. DJ and photobooth packages are available from £1,000 including VAT.

What are the catering restrictions and allergy policies?

Due to cross-contamination risks, the venue cannot cater to severe nut, fish, and shellfish allergies for The Mayfair Chippy Package. The VIP Birthday Package cannot accommodate severe nut allergies. External catering permissions and specific dietary accommodation policies for other events are not specified in available information.

What is included with exclusive venue hire?

Exclusive venue hire includes full access to the museum's 50+ immersive, interactive galleries, dedicated private event space for receptions and speeches, professional event staffing and on-site coordination. The venue features mind-bending exhibits designed for networking and conversation, with brand integration opportunities available.

How does the booking process work and what are the payment terms?

Initial contact is made through the Event Sales Manager Laura Toogood at 07729 266893. Site visits can be arranged between 10am-5pm Wednesday to Friday. Specific booking procedures, deposit requirements, payment timelines, and cancellation policies are not detailed in available information.