1 photosImages not verifiedThe Guildhall is Portsmouth's premier entertainment and conference venue, located in the heart of the city centre. This historic venue features multiple spaces including a grand concert hall with capacity for up to 2,500 guests, plus smaller meeting rooms and function spaces. The venue regularly hosts major concerts, conferences, weddings, and corporate events. With its central location near Portsmouth's historic waterfront, The Guildhall offers excellent transport links and is within walking distance of the city's main shopping areas and attractions. The venue provides modern AV facilities, catering services, and professional event management support.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Concert Hall | 2500 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mountbatten Room | 150 | — | 30 | 80 | 35 | — | — |
| Foyer Spaces | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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.
Pricing varies by event type, duration, and room requirements. Contact venue for detailed quotations.
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Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, PO1 2AB, United Kingdom
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The Guildhall is a verified concert hall & conference centre in Portsmouth, hosting up to 2,500 guests, with day delegate rates from £620. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, sustainability. 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 2500 guests in main hall, various smaller rooms available for breakouts
Full professional AV suite including sound, lighting, projection and recording facilities
Comprehensive catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks available within walking distance
The Guildhall is Portsmouth's premier entertainment and conference venue, located in the heart of the city centre. This historic venue features multiple spaces including a grand concert hall with capacity for up to 2,500 guests, plus smaller meeting rooms and function spaces. The venue regularly hosts major concerts, conferences, weddings, and corporate events. With its central location near Portsmouth's historic waterfront, The Guildhall offers excellent transport links and is within walking distance of the city's main shopping areas and attractions. The venue provides modern AV facilities, catering services, and professional event management support.
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