Hangar 2 at Royal Air Force Museum London
Event Space in a Museum · Private space
About this space
Experience an evening of elegance in our exclusive Grahame-White Factory event space, available only during the evening hours. With seating for up to 100 guests for dinner and accommodating 200 for receptions, it's the perfect setting for intimate gatherings.
Immerse yourself in history amidst our captivating First World War in the Air exhibition, which chronicles the evolution of flight from aerial reconnaissance to protecting civilian populations and ground troops during the Great War. The Grahame-White Factory offers an authentic and unforgettable backdrop for your evening events, ensuring an atmosphere that's both timeless and extraordinary.
Step into history with an evening at the Historic Hangars, available exclusively after sunset. With seating for up to 350 guests for dinner or buffet-style dining, and space for 600 for informal standing buffets, our venue offers unmatched versatility.
Immerse yourself in the ambiance of aviation history, as the hangars, built around original aircraft hangars dating back to 1915, set the stage for an unforgettable event. Guests can mingle amidst iconic aircraft like the Tornado, Spitfire, and Lightning, and experience the thrill of flying with the Red Arrows in our immersive 4D Theatre.
Cap off the evening with a dining experience under the legendary Avro Lancaster, creating memories that soar above and beyond the ordinary. Plus, enhance your event with AV support, seamlessly arranged to meet your needs. At the Historic Hangars, your exclusive event is destined to be an extraordinary journey through time.
Prices
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Minimum number of hours for a booking: 2 hours
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
Commercial event guests are entitled to complimentary car parking (exclusions apply), registration details must be provided in advance. We are not able to reserve car parking spaces.
All hired areas will be cleaned by the Museum unless requested otherwise. Exhibition stands and Constructions, however, are the responsibility of the Hirer. If the Hirer requires the Museum to arrange for a cleaner to be in attendance during the event, an additional charge will be made for this.
The Museum must be advised in advance of the nature, intended time and destination of all deliveries. For exhibitions and large-scale events, Hirers are responsible for ensuring that a proper arrival and departure schedule is drawn up for exhibitors and/or suppliers using appropriate loading areas. The Museum is unable to accept responsibility for any delay to exhibitors or suppliers that may occur if a detailed rota of arrival and departure times is not provided.
All deliveries / pick ups must be agreed with the Museum Events Team in advance and have the name of the Museum contact on them. Deliveries without a Museum contact name on them will not be accepted.
Hirers are reminded that the collections on display in the aircraft halls are real aircraft, some of which are the only surviving examples. Any guests seen climbing over barriers or onto aircraft without permission, or whose behaviour is deemed dangerous, unsafe or detrimental to the Museum’s collections, will be asked to leave immediately
Please note that it is also not possible to have haze or smoke effects anywhere in the building as this can damage the aircraft. The use and display of helium balloons and confetti / party poppers is strictly prohibited. It is however possible to bring non-helium balloons, these must be tied or displayed on sticks.
Risk Assessments and Method Statements must be provided by the Hirer in advance to cover the activities taking place.
Cancellation policy: Custom
At the Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum in London, your events transcend the ordinary, set against a backdrop of aviation history and innovation. This is the world where each corner tells a tale of courage and heroism, where iconic aircraft stand as silent witnesses to the triumphs of the past.
Picture your guests mingling beneath the wings of a Spitfire, or dining amidst the soaring arches of our Hangar. Our venue isn't just a space; it's a journey through time, a celebration of human achievement against the backdrop of the skies.
Beyond the allure of our exhibits, we offer a range of dynamic event options to suit your needs. From cocktail receptions surrounded by historic planes to elegant dinners beneath the stars, we tailor each event to your vision, ensuring every detail is perfect.
But what truly makes the RAF Museum London unique is our commitment to blending history with modernity. Our event spaces seamlessly integrate state-of-the-art facilities with the timeless charm of aviation, providing a backdrop that's as inspiring as it is unforgettable.
Choosing the RAF Museum ensures an event that's not just memorable, but truly extraordinary. Soar above the ordinary and make your next event a soaring success at the RAF Museum London
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