Imperial War Museum Duxford is Europe's largest air museum. Walk through the same hangars and buildings as those who served at RAF Duxford. See aircraft take to the skies from the airfield where Spitfires first flew. Get up close to over a century of aviation.
This Second World War Battle of Britain fighter station has been transformed into an impressive events space, rich in heritage and home to over 100 aircraft – including the iconic Lancaster, Spitfire and Concorde. Whether you’re organising a meeting for 10, a conference for 350, or a gala dinner for 500, it’s a location to delight and inspire your guests.
Catering at IWM Duxford
The Workshop Restaurant
Situated in what was once the historic parachute workshop. Freshly cooked American classics, museum favourites and generous sharing platters are available at the fully licensed restaurant.
The Armoury Cafe & Kitchen
A friendly and welcoming space that offers a delicious range of barista-made beverages, light refreshments and tempting treats.
The American Cafe
The perfect pitstop for guests looking for a relaxing break whilst exploring this unique venue. Chocolate chip cookies, Nutella brownies and freshly prepared sandwiches are in abundance at this charming cafe.
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Christmas Celebrations
Celebrate in the iconic AirSpace hangar, complete with spectacular atmospheric lighting and exclusive access to over 30 classic aircraft.
Welcome your guests with a festive spritz beneath the legendary Concorde. Then take your pick from three unforgettable packages: a three-course dinner, festive bowl food or a relaxed buffet – all served in one of the most extraordinary settings in the country. End the evening on the dancefloor with a live DJ and festive touches throughout.
Summer Parties and Al Fresco Events
Enjoy a Summer BBQ at the Workshop Restaurant. Whether you’re trying to organise a group of friends and family for a relaxed private celebration or looking for a new venue to hold your corporate summer party we have the perfect event space to suit your needs!
Meetings and Conferences
IWM Duxford features a purpose-built Conference Centre housed within our award winning AirSpace exhibition hangar, ideal for large conferences and meetings. The Conference Centre boasts eight individual rooms, designed for groups of five to 100 and is complemented by the Marshall Auditorium, a tiered lecture theatre which seats up to 200 delegates.
Adjacent to the AirSpace exhibition, the Conservation Hall is our largest event area. This versatile space comfortably accommodates up to 800 delegates, with breakout and plenary rooms available in the Conference Centre. It is a blank canvas space that can also be used to host exhibitions and product launches.
Dining and Receptions
The American Air Museum is our largest event area. This versatile exhibition space comfortably accommodates up to 500 guests in al-fresco dining or 350 for a three-course dinner. The American Air Museum is a dramatic exhibition home to some of the most iconic American-Anglo aircrafts. This is perhaps one of the most unique dining experiences currently on offer, and there is no finer way to dine than under the wings of the B-17 Flying Fortress.
Airspace is our other dramatic exhibition, home to over 30 iconic aircrafts including the Lancaster, Spitfire and Concorde. Treat yourself and your guests to an arrival drink under our Lancaster, followed dinner/dance under the wings of our Concorde. Suitable for up to 120 guests, this experience is sure to make a life-long memory.
Our purpose-built and recently refurbished Conference Centre is housed within our award-winning Airspace exhibition hangar. Ideal for large conferences and small meetings, we can house from 10-210 through our eight individual rooms and our Marshall Auditorium.
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500
Maximum capacity
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500
Reception
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210
Theatre
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40
Boardroom
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500
Dinner
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400
Cabaret
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500
Al fresco events
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