Bakala Auditorium at The Design Museum
About this space
The Bakala Auditorium seats 202 guests on fixed, raked seating. It features state-of-the-art AV equipment including:
- Mirage HD10K-M 3D DLP projector
- 4.5m x 2.5m projection screen (16:9)
- 5.1 surround sound PA system with ceiling speakers
- integrated lectern
- wired and wireless microphones
- HD Camera to relay to green room
Please note that the hire of the Bakala Auditorium does not include AV support. An AV support technician must be booked with one of our accredited production suppliers, who are also able to provide further AV equipment for the Auditorium.
Capacities:
202 seated plus 3 wheelchair spaces
Hire Fee:
Daytime 08:30-17:30 £4,000 +VAT
Evening 18:30-21:00 £6,000 +VAT
Full Day 08:30-21:00 £8,000 +VAT
Additional hours after 22:00 £2,000 ph +VAT
Currently offering 20% off venue hire for bookings before 31st March 2026. Get in touch with the events team to find out more.
Prices
Daytime 08:30-17:30 £4,000 +VAT
Evening 18:30-21:00 £6,000 +VAT
Full Day 08:30-21:00 £8,000 +VAT
Additional hours after 21:00 £2,000ph +VAT
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
As a unique and listed venue, the Design Museum operates an accredited supplier list for all catering, production, floristry, entertainment and furniture hire. Our experienced team are more than happy to make suggestions and introductions for you.
the Design Museum is licensed until 1am although the regular hire period is until 10pm. Additional hours can be arranged upon conversation with the team and are charged at an additional fee.
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period
About The Design Museum
The Design Museum is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
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