Celebrate their big day at the NVM!

We love birthdays and our party area allows you to celebrate in style. We provide the space, paper plates, cups and juice. You bring the food, decorations and cake. Birthday parties are intended for 6 to 16 year olds and run alongside a 3 hour public open session.

Got a party-related question? Email us at hello@thenvm.org

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Terms and Conditions

  • Each party is subject to a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 30 children.
  • A minimum of 1 adult is needed for every 4 children (under 16). We require all children to have close contact supervision when playing the exhibits on our gallery floor.
  • Paper plates, cups and juice for the number of guests is included in the hire fee.
  • We appreciate it can be difficult to confirm final party numbers so allow you to pay for additional guests on the day, as long as supervision ratios are met and the group size is within the maximum allowed. However, it is not possible to refund any pre-booked places.
  • We welcome adults who wish to drop their children off, but ask that those staying for the party purchase a ticket whether or not they enter the gallery floor.
  • Standard candles are allowed on our premises, but please no sparklers or fountain candles. 
  • Please arrive no sooner than 15 minutes before your party to drop off any party items.

We had our son’s 9th birthday party here a couple of weeks ago. And it was a big success! All the children loved the videogames and enjoyed the party area. And the staff members were extremely accommodating! Thank you.

Asel – Google Review (Aug 2022)

Lovely place. Great staff. Perfect for a no fuss 10 year old’s birthday with his mates!

Cherise – Google Review (Dec 2022)

Had a fantastic 9th birthday party at NVM. Staff were really helpful, lovely space and the kids had a brilliant time. Thank you!

Clare – Facebook Review (Jan 2023)

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