Funerals
Our unique hire spaces the Conservatory and Pavilion are beautiful locations to hold funerals and wakes to celebrate your loved one’s life.
If you are looking for a special venue for a funeral service, the Horniman can be hired for your loved one’s funeral, memorial or wake.
If you would like to discuss hosting a funeral service at the Horniman, please contact Poetic Endings.
The Horniman has its own on-site caterers, Colicci, who can provide drinks, lunches and afternoon teas for hires on site.
For a more bespoke catering offering, please get in touch with one of our preferred catering suppliers, Suzanne James Ltd , Caiger & Co or Punjab Events who can create a tailor-made menus for your event.
Our spaces

Conservatory hire
The Horniman Conservatory is a striking venue which makes a gorgeous setting for your event.

Bandstand hire
Looking for a bijou backdrop for a drinks reception or photography shoot? Our Bandstand is the space for you.

Pavilion hire
Our bright and airy Pavilion is a contemporary venue which includes a large outside terrace overlooking the Gardens.

Aquarium hire
With a range of aquatic life, our Aquarium is a unique location for filming and photography hire.