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The National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth is Britain's largest aquarium, offering extraordinary event venues with breathtaking marine life displays as your backdrop. Located on the historic waterfront at Coxside, the venue provides flexible spaces for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and private functions for up to 300 guests. The venue features modern facilities including the Ocean Theatre, exhibition galleries, and outdoor terraces with panoramic views of Plymouth Sound. With over 4,000 marine animals and immersive displays, it creates an unforgettable setting for any event while supporting marine conservation education.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Theatre | 150 | — | 30 | 80 | 40 | — | — |
| Atlantic Gallery | 200 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Terrace Suite | 80 | — | 24 | 50 | 30 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire rates vary by space and season. Includes basic AV equipment. Catering packages available from £25 per person. Wedding packages from £3,000. Corporate day rates include aquarium access for delegates.
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Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, PL4 0LF, United Kingdom
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National Marine Aquarium is a verified aquarium & event venue in Plymouth, hosting up to 300 guests, with day delegate rates from £120. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 300 guests for standing receptions, 180 for seated dining, various room configurations available
Full AV package including projection, sound system, wireless microphones, and dedicated technical support
In-house catering team providing buffets, seated meals, canapés and refreshments with dietary requirements accommodated
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby at The Barbican and city centre car parks
The National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth is Britain's largest aquarium, offering extraordinary event venues with breathtaking marine life displays as your backdrop. Located on the historic waterfront at Coxside, the venue provides flexible spaces for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and private functions for up to 300 guests. The venue features modern facilities including the Ocean Theatre, exhibition galleries, and outdoor terraces with panoramic views of Plymouth Sound. With over 4,000 marine animals and immersive displays, it creates an unforgettable setting for any event while supporting marine conservation education.
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