More than entertaining

A spectacular display of locomotives and carriages offers a unique backdrop for dinners, weddings, award ceremonies, launches and receptions for up to 800 guests. The elegant surroundings are sure to add prestige to any event.

Delectable and creative cuisine is provided by our exclusive caterers, Miburns. Delicious canapés, appetising bowl food and exquisite banquets are a speciality. Freshly prepared on site and making the most of Yorkshire’s finest produce, you will soon realise why we welcome guests back time and time again.

Capacities

• Seated lunch or dinner 2 – 800
• Buffet 10 – 800
• Reception 20-1000

A wide variety of entertainment is available to enhance your event. Choose from contemporary circus, live bands or even a replica of Stephenson’s Rocket, which can be hired to hire sparkle (and steam) to any event!

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• Station Hall – Experience a bygone era in Station Hall, where you will dine amidst luxurious carriages and historic locomotives set against the backdrop of a period station.
  
  
• Great Hall – Housing a stunning display of some of the NRM’s finest locomotives, including Mallard, Eurostar and the Bullet Train, Great Hall offers a unique location for pre-dinner drinks, receptions and small dinners.
  
  
• The Warehouse and Works – Home to NRM’s conservation workshops and 1,001 surprises from the Museum’s collection, the Warehouse provides an alternative and fascinating location for receptions and insight tours.
  
  
• Search Engine – The stunning glass rooms of the Search Engine balcony, with captivating vistas across Great Hall, provide an inspiring setting for more intimate events. Why not combine with a fascinating behind the scenes tour of our hidden collections?
  
  
• Valiant – The exquisite carriage latest addition to the NRM’s extensive corporate hire facilities. Finished externally in a nostalgic railway livery and furnished lavishly internally with period veneers, the carriage is ideal for that extra special celebration, reception or dinner.