An auditorium with tiered seating, red and grey chairs, and illuminated stair lighting at The National Archives.

Auditorium at The National Archives

Auditorium / Conference Room in a University / Academic Building
·
Private space
Bessant Drive, Richmond, TW9 4DU –
Kew Gardens Station (0.4 mi)
Up to 150
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

This auditorium on the first floor can welcome up to 150 guests. It’s ideal for lectures and screenings. The space includes a 5-metre screen, a projector, mics, and audio recording equipment. You will also have access to the lounge area for breaks and networking moments.

A is available, and curtains can be drawn for extra privacy. The room can be hired together with the adjacent Learning Room. The combination will form an L-shaped space for up to 250 guests.

Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Sunday
11:00 – 16:00
from £1325 hire fee
Per session
11:00 – 16:00
from £1325 hire fee
Note: All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Theatre
up to 150

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
External catering allowed
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Unavailable: Free parking is available on-site
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

About The National Archives

The National Archives is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

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