No.1 Royal Crescent in Bath hires out its Parlour, Servants Hall, Courtyard and the entire museum for meetings, receptions and private events of 20 to 50 guests. It is the first house in the Royal Crescent, recreated as a Georgian home, and a dedicated Events Co-ordinator handles each booking. Bath train station is a 15-minute walk away.
Seminars and company events
The Parlour is the heart of the historic home, once used as a family room, decorated in neutral tones on the ground floor and suited to smaller events and meetings, for up to 20 people. The Servants Hall holds up to 40 and the Courtyard up to 35. The Courtyard can also be hired for drinks and canape receptions with a sweeping view of the Royal Crescent. For a larger company gathering, the whole venue can be taken for up to 50 guests, with the option to explore the museum's rooms as part of the event. Expert room guides can be provided, and the gift shop can be opened for your guests.
Weddings and receptions
The museum has a page for weddings and hen parties, with its own information on the website. The courtyard and the indoor rooms serve for ceremonies, receptions and celebrations within the capacities above. Decorations of your own are welcome, in line with the museum's terms and conditions.
Rooms and capacities
The stated maximum capacities are the Parlour 20, the Servants Hall 40, the Courtyard 35 and the entire venue 50. Events are normally held outside the museum's public opening hours, and any event that needs the museum, or part of it, to be closed during opening hours incurs additional charges. Prices include hire of the room chosen and any additional chairs needed. A hire brochure can be downloaded from the site.
Catering
The pages read do not describe catering arrangements. Prices for other extras are arranged in discussion with the museum staff, so ask the Events Co-ordinator about caterers and drinks.
Accommodation
There is no accommodation in the museum. Bath has many hotels within walking distance.
History and setting
The museum is a meticulously recreated Georgian home in the first house of the Royal Crescent, with stories woven into every room. The Courtyard is secluded and light-filled and offers a view of the Crescent.
Getting there
Bath train station is a 15-minute walk from the museum. To discuss a booking, call the Events Co-ordinator on +44 1225 460 705.
