Royal Museums Greenwich is a collection of five wonderful museums. Our venues, Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House, the Royal Observatory and the Peter Harrison Planetarium each offer unique spaces available for hire. We provide standout settings for events of all kinds. We are a historic collection of museum showcasing pioneering architecture, British art and history, and scientific discovery and exploration.
On one side guests can enjoy the greenery of Royal Greenwich Park, host to the famous Prime Meridian and on the other, the London city skyline spanning over the river Thames, it doesn’t get more iconic than this!

The National Maritime Museum is certainly our flagship site and is the largest maritime museum in the world! It has just reopened after a year-long refurbishment project that has seen a new glass roof built along with some other exciting design features, so it feels like a good time to shine a spotlight on this one-of-a-kind venue and submit this incredibly legendary museum up for this prestigious award.

From Christmas parties to gala dinners, award celebrations, weddings, private parties & filming, The National Maritime Museum offers the perfect backdrop to a diverse array of events for up to 550 seated or 1000 standing.
Its combination of historical significance, stunning architecture, and versatile event spaces make it a truly unique choice for any occasion. Hosting an event at The National Maritime Museum guarantees an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression on every guest.

In the last few years alone, we have hosted celebrities such as Jeff Goldblum and Cynthia Erivo, royals including the Prince and Princess of Wales, sports personalities such as the New York Mets and immersive experiential events for brands such as Mutti, Pragnell and Pokémon.

Guests enter the museum on street level, on Oceans Court! A large square situated at the heart of the museum, Oceans Court marries eighteenth-century classical-style architecture with a newly refurbished modern glass ceiling, flooding the space with soft natural light.

With a myriad of maritime artefacts in situ, this space offers a rich and unique backdrop for standing drinks receptions for up to 1,000 guests along with offering your attendees the opportunity to explore the various galleries on this floor such as the ‘Astronomy Photographer of the Year’ gallery spotlighting the shots from the prestigious photography competition while offering an out of this world area for a VIP cocktail bar experience for up to 100 guests.

Heading up to the 1st floor, on the mezzanine level, Oceans Map sits in the centre of Oceans Court. It’s a versatile modern open space boasting a wonderful world map art production on its flooring which can sit up to 550 guests for dinner, with space remaining for a dance floor. The space lends itself perfectly to commanding dinner receptions.

The museum is surrounded by our Grounds, 6 lawns offering the perfect setting for large scale summer parties and brand activations.

The grandeur of the National Maritime Museum is the perfect backdrop for awards ceremonies, gala dinners and decadent summer and of course, epic Christmas parties.

Sustainability is at the forefront of RMG’s mission as a museum collection and central to how we operate as an events team. Our events team is fully certified in carbon literacy, ensuring every event is planned and delivered with ethical and environmentally conscious practices.

We embed sustainability and accessibility into client conversations from the start, guiding decisions and prompting the right questions to ensure we curate responsible, memorable events.

Partnerships are key; our accredited suppliers go through a rigorous tender process in which sustainability and accessibility are core criteria. We work with specialists offering authentic cultural cuisine, eco-conscious luxury catering, and socially responsible initiatives such as The Clink, which provides training for young adults in prisons to reduce reoffending rates. We champion diversity in our events and weddings, partnering with planners from varied backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ and Indian & Asian wedding specialists.

We are always striving to stay on top of trends and innovations to keep offering guests experiences that are both extraordinary and ethically considered.

Choosing The National Maritime Museum as an event venue also means contributing to the preservation of a critical piece of maritime heritage. Revenue generated from events supports ongoing conservation efforts, ensuring that future generations can continue to experience the magic of this iconic museum. Each event held at the museum helps to keep the spirit of exploration and adventure alive.

We work with an array of trusted suppliers and creative partners who help us curate truly immersive and elevated event experiences. Together, we transform our historic backdrops into unforgettable occasions, inviting guests to step into history through expert-led talks from our museum guides or exclusive after-hours access to our museum galleries.
Our carefully curated catering partners are industry leaders, innovators and creative disruptors, renowned for pushing boundaries and redefining what event dining can be. In close collaboration, we design one-of-a-kind culinary journeys inspired by our extraordinary venues — from bespoke, venue-themed food stations and experiential, branded canapés to edible installations and artful dishes that delight the senses. No detail is too small and no ask is too ambitious. We strive to surprise, engage and inspire, ensuring each experience lingers long after the final course is served.

We are a small team of 7 running all things events and commercial hire for the whole collection. We share a genuine passion for the events industry, breathe creativity and strive for client satisfaction. Going the extra mile is just second nature to our team and our dedication transpires through the wonderful testimonials we receive from our clients, the constant stream of repeat business we foster, and the lovely & warm engagement we see across our social media. Everything we do is completely bespoke, no two events are the same as we know no two clients are the same, our ability to deliver above and beyond as standard has recently seen us nominated again in the Prestigious Star Awards 2026 for 3 awards with the National Maritime Museum up for the Best Venue In The UK 2026. These awards hold special significance as each stage of the process is determined by votes from luxury venue professionals, event clients and attendees, venue partners, and suppliers worldwide. It is an incredible moment of recognition for the relentless dedication and year-round hard work of our exceptional events team.

Similarly as with catering partners, we work with a trusted network of accredited production suppliers who collaborate with us on event design and on bringing our clients' events' briefs to life with creativity, precision, and flair. Together, we transform our historic venues into immersive, unforgettable experiences, from lighting and AV design to bespoke set decors, construction and staging.

Our production partners go through a stringent tender process to exclusively work across our five unique sites. They bring a wealth of experience, expertise, innovation, and problem-solving skills to every event. From complex technical setups, high end live broadcasted industry events to dynamic interactive elements, they ensure each occasion runs seamlessly while enhancing the atmosphere and storytelling of our historic spaces. Our partnerships allows us to deliver events that are not only visually stunning but also flawlessly executed from start to finish.

Building on the momentum the Museum's highly anticipated reopening this summer, our recent Prestigious Awards nominations, the National Maritime Museum is set to re-establish itself as one of London’s most spectacular and versatile museum and event venue.

A nomination for Best Large Venue above 500 attendees in this award would be a true honour and an invaluable opportunity to re-introduce the Maritime Museum to the industry, positioning it firmly at the forefront of clients and event planners’ minds for next year’s seasonal celebrations.

With its newly enhanced features, iconic architecture and exceptional capacity, the Museum offers a rare combination of grandeur, versatility and cultural prestige. Recognition at this level would not only celebrate the Museum’s successful reopening, but also highlight its ability to deliver memorable, large-scale festive events within one of the world’s most renowned cultural landmarks.