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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Portsmouth Venue Guide

Conference and Event Venues in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Aspex Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Hampshire

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
The D-Day Story
Portsmouth
Hampshire

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.












