Events

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

Exclusive venue hire ranges from £1,000 to £18,600 including VAT depending on duration and event size. For example, a 5-hour hire (5pm-10pm) costs £1,000, while extended hire from 5pm-11:30pm costs £18,600. The museum typically closes from 3pm onwards for event setup, which is factored into the exclusive hire pricing.

What spaces are available for private events and what are their capacities?

The venue offers the Main Atrium for larger events and the Dragons Nest Room for smaller gatherings. The Dragons Nest Room is used for children's birthday parties and smaller private events, while the Main Atrium can accommodate events up to 250 guests maximum for cocktail receptions.

What catering options and costs are available for events?

Catering is provided through external partners with costs ranging from £6,400 to £15,105 including VAT depending on menu selection and guest count. Options include finger food, bowl food, and canape menus. Drink packages from partner 'Canababes' range from £12-£20 per person, with full catering packages for 75 people costing £8,078-£8,705.

What are the costs for children's birthday party packages?

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

What additional entertainment and services can be added to events?

Optional add-ons 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, and full AV/DJ setups cost from £5,000 including VAT.

What AV equipment and technical services are available?

AV services are provided through external partner Perception, with costs ranging from £1,000 to £7,490 including VAT. Services include DJ booths, PA systems, microphones, and multiple screens for displaying videos or presentations. The venue has an existing stage that can be utilized for events.

What are the available time slots for children's birthday parties?

Children's birthday parties are available at specific time slots only: 11am, 1pm, or 2:30pm on Saturdays. The Dragons Nest Room can be hired exclusively from 12pm onwards for birthday celebrations.

Are there any restrictions on food allergies for catered events?

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. Clients with severe allergies should discuss alternatives with the events team.

What is included with exclusive venue hire?

Exclusive venue hire includes full access to the museum's 50+ interactive exhibits, dedicated private event space for receptions and speeches, professional event staffing and on-site coordination. The venue typically closes from 3pm onwards for event setup, and client access can begin one hour before the official event start time.

How does the booking and site visit process work?

The Event Sales Manager Laura Toogood is available for site visits Wednesday to Friday from 10am-4pm (some quotes mention 10am-5pm). Interested clients can call 07729 266893 to schedule visits or discuss event details. The venue is located at 90 Brompton Road, London SW3 1JJ, directly opposite Harrods.