If you're looking for a venue that's as unique as your event, why not consider one of London's many quirky museums? London is home to an array of eccentric and intriguing museums that offer the ideal blend of culture and curiosity.
Join us as we explore seven of the quirkiest museums in the city, each with its own idiosyncrasies and charms. From the mesmerising to the downright bizarre, these spots are bound to make your event anything but ordinary. Read on for the details!
1. London Transport Museum
The London Transport Museum is a quirky and vibrant space that's perfect for hosting unforgettable events. Imagine your guests mingling among the fascinating exhibits, surrounded by the rich history of London's transport. The gallery spaces provide a unique backdrop, where vintage buses, trains, and interactive displays set the stage for a truly one-of-a-kind gathering. It's not just a museum – it's an immersive experience, where the blend of historical charm and modern flair creates an atmosphere perfect for networking, celebrating, or just soaking in the incredible surroundings.
Location: Covent Garden
Capacity: 400 Reception
2. The Science Museum
The Science Museum offers a variety of gallery spaces, each perfect for hosting memorable events. The Tomorrow's World Gallery provides a cool, futuristic setting for product reveals, with interactive exhibits and flexible seating arrangements. For a more expansive event, the Making the Modern World Gallery showcases iconic scientific artefacts, while the Exploring Space Gallery offers a unique backdrop surrounded by rockets and satellites.
Other great options include the Energy Hall, featuring awe-inspiring steam engines, or the Wonderlab, where science comes alive with hands-on exhibits. Whatever space you choose, the Science Museum's exhibits provide an inspiring atmosphere and plenty of conversation starters to make your event unforgettable.
Location: South Kensington
Capacity: 750 Reception
3. Paradox Museum London
Piccadilly Circus might be world-famous for its neon lights, but how about making your event shine by venturing just a little off the beaten path? Enter the Paradox Museum: an Underground spectacle that flips the script on perception—literally! Here, your newest innovations won’t just turn heads; they'll be turned upside down, warped, and double-taked by an audience wandering through a maze of visual contradictions.
With over 50 exhibits that play tricks on the mind and delight the senses, this is one venue where your event's prowess won’t just be presented; it’ll be part of a mind-bending reality show.
Location: Knightsbridge
Capacity: 30 Reception
4. London Museum Docklands
If you're looking for a venue with a story to tell, look no further than London Museum Docklands. This Grade I listed warehouse might have housed sugar once upon a time, but now it's packed with history that's sugar-coated with fun! Imagine hosting a product launch where your guests can explore ancient shipping routes and the secrets of the Thames. The Muscovado Hall and Quayside Room offer the perfect blend of period charm and modern convenience, making them ideal for any event that needs a sprinkle of the extraordinary.
Location: West India Quay
Capacity: 2000 Reception
5. National Army Museum
The National Army Museum is a cracking idea for a event, particularly for organisations with a military connection. It’s the ultimate way to salute history and showcase your product.
Take your guests back in time to the Army Museum’s grand Foyer, complete with the museum’s suspended Lynx helicopter. Or, if you’d rather, keep things in the present with a launch in the museum’s Foyle Centre. With the ability to dry-hire the four spaces, and state-of-the-art AV facilities, the Foyle Centre’s versatility and high-tech aspects make it ideal for a event, no matter what you’re launching.
Location: Chelsea
Capacity: 400 Reception
6. Cutty Sark
The Cutty Sark is the epitome of quirky! Overlooking the mighty Thames, this famous tea clippers’ Weather Deck is a great summer party spot for up to 100 guests. Head to The Dry Berth to experience the only event space in the world beneath the hull of a ship. With natural daylight, the glittering hull overhead and the historical intrigue to boot, you'll be sure to give your attendees an experience to remember.
Location: Greenwich
Capacity: 400 Reception
7. The Queen's House
The Queen's House combines history, art, and astronomy to create a unique venue. Conduct stargazing sessions in the historic grounds, utilise interesting technology for hybrid events, or just enjoy the picturesque setting!
This venue is a breath of fresh air for any event with its historical galleries that age-old venues would kill for and its modern exhibition spaces that are full to the brim with interesting furniture and even a few surprises. So, if you fancy making your event one for the ages, check it out!
Location: Greenwich
Capacity: 120 Reception
From the strange and eyebrow-raising exhibits to the cool and quirky paradoxical experiences, these seven venues are bound to inspire and delight any event. Whether you're planning a product launch that needs an unusual punch, or just want to explore the weird and wonderful world of museums, these venues will certainly bring something special to your event.
So, why not dive into your own treasure trove today and check out the Hire Space website to find the perfect venue for your product launch? We've got plenty more quirky and cool spots in our catalogue just waiting to be discovered!
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Grace Morgan
Grace Morgan is an experienced Account Executive at Hire Space, specialising in venue finding and events. Originally from South London, she now thrives in East London with her partner and Pomeranian.
