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Portsmouth 

MEET Portsmouth

A city that combines a seaside location with a vibrant city atmosphere and some very unique venues

Meet in Portsmouth - The South Coast's Great Waterfront City

​Portsmouth is a dynamic and vibrant city on the south coast, offering a fantastic blend of heritage, culture, and modern venues. Known as the UK's only island city, Portsmouth is compact, walkable, and easily accessible - just 90 minutes by direct train from London Waterloo.

Historic & Iconic Venues by the Sea

From the towering heights of the Spinnaker Tower to world-famous historic ships at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the city is rich in maritime history and architectural grandeur.  Book your next event in Portsmouth and discover fortifications including Henry VIII’s Southsea Castle, world-famous museums like The  D-Day Story, inspiring galleries, and the impressive Portsmouth Guildhall, ideal for large-scale events, networking drinks, and private dinners. Whether you're planning a conference, team away day, or corporate celebration, Portsmouth offers a diverse range of venues that combine tradition with innovation. 

Value, Convenience, and Inspirational​

As the final stop on the train from London, Portsmouth is hard to miss and easy to love. The city offers excellent value for meetings and events with competitive rates and high-quality service.  With over 2,600 hotel bedrooms, it is also an ideal location for a residential team getaway or a bleisure stay by the sea.  With big brand hotels like the Holiday Inn and Village Hotels, you can easily stay at your regular favourite, and most are within easy walking distance of one of three train stations that serve the city - Fratton, Portsmouth and Southsea and Portsmouth Harbour. 

 

Portsmouth's array of unique and historic venues makes it a must for events that aim to inspire and connect.

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Conference and Event Venues in Portsmouth, Hampshire

Aspex Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Aspex Portsmouth is a vibrant gallery and cultural space in the heart of Portsmouth’s Gunwharf Quays and historic waterfront. Located in the distinctive Vulcan Building, this Grade II listed former naval storehouse merges old with new, referencing its rich heritage and regeneration as a vibrant hub for culture, creativity and community. With views of the iconic Spinnaker Tower, a captivating RIBA award-winning contemporary interior, natural light and plenty of charm, our characteristic and versatile spaces promise a truly memorable setting for you and your guests.

Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Unlock the power of history with exclusive venue hire just over the water from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The Explosion Museum is home to an impressive collection of artefacts, exhibits, and interactive displays that showcase the bravery and ingenuity of the past.

HMS Warrior

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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The pride of Queen Victoria’s fleet, HMS Warrior offers an iconic and unforgettable backdrop for your event. Launched in 1860, her timber frame tells over 150 years of history and is awaiting your occasion to become part of it. HMS Warrior has spaces perfect for a variety of occasions from weddings and private dining through to corporate hire from 20 to 240 guests.

Holiday Inn Express

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Located in the heart of the vibrant Gunwharf Quays development in Portsmouth, this 130 bedroomed hotel has two state-of-the-art conference rooms seating up to 20 delegates. Gunwharf Quays is a home to 90 premium brands, waterfront resturants and bars and entertainment including a cinema, bowling alley.  This hotel is just 5 minutes walk away from Portsmouth Harbour train station with its direct links from London Waterloo. 

National Museum of the Royal Navy Galleries

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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The National Museum of the Royal Navy has 3 truly unique gallery spaces, ideal for corporate events, reception drinks, conferences and private dining experiences. Storehouse 11, home to the Nelson and Princess Royal Galleries, is steeped in naval heritage fully equipped with modern audiovisual equipment this is the perfect location for corporate events and meetings.

Portsmouth Cathedral

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Portsmouth Cathedral, the historic ‘Cathedral of the Sea’, offers a unique and inspiring setting in the heart of Old Portsmouth. With its stunning architecture and flexible spaces, it’s perfect for everything from concerts and conferences to small gatherings and bespoke events.


Just 90 minutes from London, Portsmouth Cathedral offers a truly unique setting for corporate events, away from the bustle of the capital but easily accessible by train or road. Located in the heart of Old Portsmouth, moments from the waterfront, this historic venue combines centuries of heritage with flexible, modern spaces – ideal for conferences, receptions, networking events, performances, and away days.

Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Annually, we host up to 80,000 delegates across 400 events, including conferences, meetings, training, team building, dinners, and receptions. Portsmouth's Guildhall enjoys a unique location in the heart of the city. Amenities included: Easy access by road, rail and bus Car parking nearby Flexible space Catering on-site In-house technical support Corporate hospitality opportunities Excellent value for money Short walk to hotels and attractions We've hosted world-class events for 125 years. We ensure every detail of your event is meticulously planned and executed from beginning to end.

Princess Royal Gallery

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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With capacity for up to 100, the Princess Royal Gallery at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard boasts spectacular views of both HMS Victory and across Portsmouth Harbour. The space comes complete with historic naval objects and paintings as points of interest for your guests. Opened by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, this venue offers a large flexible space that can accommodate meetings, conferences, receptions and private dinners during both during the day and evening.

Royal Maritime Hotel

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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The Royal Maritime Hotel is a fully functional hotel and conference centre. With 90 guests rooms, many now renovated, and several banquet and function rooms the hotel can host up to 400 persons for conferences, meetings, weddings, parties and gala events. The venue is versatile with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment and a dedicated event planner who will work with you to ensure that your event is a success.

Solent Hotel and Spa

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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The Solent Hotel and Spa and Lodge at Solent offer a choice of 3- and 4-star accommodation, as well as a range of Alfresco team building, special events, weddings, Spa days, with 13 dedicated meeting spaces.  Located in Hampshire between Portsmouth and Southampton, they provide a convenient location for a meeting or event, with easy access to the M27, A3, and Southampton airport just a 16 minute drive away.


The 4-star Solent Hotel offers 117 bedrooms, a newly refurbished pool and thermal facilities, gym, 8 spa treatment rooms, FYR Restaurant and Grill with Alfresco terrace and Meadow Bar, tennis courts, plus its very own pub – The Parsons Collar Pub & Kitchen, with its own pizza oven and ice cream parlour.  The 3 Star Lodge at Solent offers 54 contemporary bedrooms.


Both properties offer combined parking spaces for up to 250  and 6 EV charger points.

Spinnaker Tower

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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The iconic Spinnaker Tower stands at a soaring 170 metres tall, offering awe-inspiring 23-mile views over Portsmouth, the Solent and beyond. A spectacular venue for events, the Tower is available to hire for dinners, receptions, conferences, meetings & training.

The D-Day Story

Portsmouth

Hampshire

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Hold your meeting in the UK's only museum dedicated to D-Day with views of the historic Southsea Castle.


The Dulverton Room is a spacious, modern and well-equipped area available for hire. The room can be booked for events and functions of up to 50 people, with different setups including theatre, boardroom or horseshoe – with or without tables and chairs.

Location of Meetings, Conference, and Event Spaces in Portsmouth

How to get to Portsmouth

By Rail

Reading is the western terminus for the new Elizabeth Line which links directly with central London, the City and Docklands. Reading is also just 22 minutes on GWR trains from Paddington. In all, Reading is reachable directly from more than 250 locations by train.

By Road

Reading is at Junctions 10/11 of the M4 and has a direct RailAir road link with Heathrow Airport (40 minutes).

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By Rail:

You can catch a direct service to Portsmouth from London, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Southampton, Winchester, Bath and a whole load more.

You can also get a direct train to Gatwick Airport, whilst a rail and coach service to Heathrow Airport operates via Woking. Southampton Airport can be reached in under 50 minutes.  
To book rail travel on South Western Railway, head to southwesternrailway.com

By Road:

Portsmouth enjoys excellent road connections; the A3(M) puts London only one and a half hours away, and the M27/A27 connects the city with Britain's motorway network.

Drivers heading into the city from Southampton, Bournemouth and the west will approach via the M27. From here, take Junction 12, for the M275 - which will take you right into the heart of the city. From here you can follow signs to Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Fratton Park, the Isle of Wight Ferries, the Seafront and beyond.

Those heading in from Chichester, Brighton and the east can also head down the M275, or may alternatively wish to try the A2030, or the Eastern Road. Whilst this comes to an end across the other side of the city from the ferry port, Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays, it's a popular route into Central Southsea and the Seafront.

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