The Foundling Museum

40 Brunswick Square, London, WC1N 1AZ -

Up to
250 guests
External Catering
allowed

About Venue

Are you looking for a room to hire in London for an event? Impress your guests by hosting your next celebration at the Foundling Museum, a stylish event space in central London.

With its beautiful eighteenth-century interiors and exquisite art collection, our venue makes a stunning backdrop for entertaining. We can host a variety of corporate and private events, from award ceremonies, product launches and meetings, to birthday parties, bar mitzvahs and weddings. Located in the heart of leafy Bloomsbury, the Museum is a unique party venue for hire near King’s Cross, Holborn and Euston stations.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 250

Theatre

up to 120

Boardroom

up to 36

Cabaret

up to 70

Classroom

up to 48

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Heating

Natural light

Public transport

Premises parking

Stage

Whiteboards

Tea

Flipchart

Table / chairs included

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

TV screen

Flipchart

WiFi

Other

Projector, screen and audio available at no additional cost

Space Rules

Allowed events

Wedding ceremony licence

Licensed for alcohol

Cancellation policy

Non refundable after contract has been signed by client and returned to host.

Location

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Reviews

Louise Watson
September 2025
A fascinating museum that tells a poignant story of the children who were placed in the care of the Foundling Hospital which was the UK’s first children’s charity and public art gallery, supported by leading 18th century artists. I enjoyed learning more about Thomas Coram, the philanthropist who created the Foundling Hospital. What an incredible man! Reading about the abject poverty that was commonplace in the 1800’s and the mothers who had to make the heartbreaking decision to place their children into care brought a tear to my eye. Seeing the display of handmade tokens of love that the mothers left with their children was particularly poignant. Upstairs they had a very fascinating display of Handel’s original works, as well as some beautiful works of art. Overall a truly fascinating place to visit with kind and friendly staff.
Irena Irina
October 2025
This magnificent museum, based on a collection for foundlings founded by philanthropist Thomas Coram in 1739, was established in 1998 and includes works by Hogarth, Reynolds, and many other remarkable artists, as well as Handel's scores and librettos, and numerous household items. The children's tokens, left by mothers to their children, are truly captivating. A wonderful, informative museum, a must-see for anyone interested in London history. We loved it!