The Ship Hotel
The Ship Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 35–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Fitzalan Suite (80).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
1 photos1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzalan Suite | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 65 |
| Pallant Room | 35 | — | 16 | 20 | 20 | — | — | 35 |
| Cathedral Suite | 50 | — | 18 | 30 | 24 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
The Ship Hotel is a charming Georgian property located in the heart of Chichester, just steps from the famous cathedral and main shopping areas. This historic hotel combines traditional character with modern amenities, offering several flexible meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, weddings, and private dining. The venue features well-appointed function rooms with natural daylight, modern AV capabilities, and professional catering services. Its central location provides easy access to Chichester's cultural attractions, the South Downs National Park, and excellent transport links to London and the south coast.
Best suited for
- Wedding Receptions
- Corporate Events
- Business Meetings
- Private Dining
- Conferences
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Natural Daylight
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24-Hour Reception
- Accessible Rooms
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
North Street, Chichester, PO19 1NH, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Ship Hotel is a verified hotel in Chichester, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Ship Hotel have?
The Ship Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Chichester, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Ship Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Ship Hotel is Fitzalan Suite, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does The Ship Hotel offer?
The Ship Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Air Conditioning, Natural Daylight, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in various configurations - theatre style, banquet seating, or cocktail reception
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available with hotel restaurant and bar facilities on-site
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available - please contact hotel directly to confirm availability and any charges
About The Ship Hotel
The Ship Hotel is a charming Georgian property located in the heart of Chichester, just steps from the famous cathedral and main shopping areas. This historic hotel combines traditional character with modern amenities, offering several flexible meeting and event spaces suitable for conferences, weddings, and private dining. The venue features well-appointed function rooms with natural daylight, modern AV capabilities, and professional catering services. Its central location provides easy access to Chichester's cultural attractions, the South Downs National Park, and excellent transport links to London and the south coast.
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