An academic venue with a modern glass facade, wide paved entrance, and large sign at The National Archives.
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The National Archives

Event Venue

#19 of 104 Conference venues in South West London
Bessant Drive, Richmond, TW9 4DU –
Kew Gardens Station (0.4 mi)
From £368
hire fee
Up to 150
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at The National Archives

Auditorium at The National Archives
Auditorium
Auditorium / Conference Room
·
Private space
150 seats
150 standing
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 ...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Projector
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £1325 hire fee
Enquire now
Learning Room at The National Archives
Learning Room
Classroom
·
Private space
50 seats
50 standing
The learning room is a bright, flexible rectangular space with large floor-to-ceiling windows along one side and movable tables on castors arranged for small groups. The finishes include a smooth resilient floor and plain white walls. Room features: The room is equipped with a ceiling-mounted projector, a wall-mounted whiteboard and a PA system wi...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £368 hire fee
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:00 – 19:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
9:00 – 19:00
from £368 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £368 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 – 19:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
9:00 – 19:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
9:00 – 19:00
from £368 hire fee
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £368 hire fee
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
9:00 – 17:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
9:00 – 17:00
from £368 hire fee
Sunday
11:00 – 16:00
from £368–£1325 hire fee
Auditorium
11:00 – 16:00
from £1325 hire fee
Learning Room
11:00 – 16:00
from £368 hire fee

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 150
standing
Up to 150
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided

About The National Archives

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

The National Archives is the UK government's official archival repository, housed in a large modern complex that combines research facilities, exhibition galleries and public reading rooms.

Venue highlights: The building provides adaptable exhibition galleries and reception areas suitable for private evening launches and ticketed exhibitions. The venue offers in-house catering and an events team that coordinates setups and logistics. The landscaped grounds and lakeside provide a clear outdoor backdrop for arrivals and photography.

Best for: Exhibition openings and gallery launches; corporate receptions and seminars; formal dinners and award ceremonies.

Location: Kew; the site sits beside a landscaped lake and is close to public gardens, providing a scenic outdoor backdrop and good photo opportunities for event guests.

What guests say: The events team provides responsive, organised support and rapid security assistance during evening events and exhibitions.

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At The National Archives, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The National Archives is located at Bessant Drive, in Kew, London. The nearest metro station is Kew Gardens Station.

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