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University of Plymouth has 3 meeting/event spaces for 400–600 delegates (theatre), largest: Student Union Events Hall (600).
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosPhotography pending verification3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Lecture Theatre | 400 | — | 50 | 200 | 60 | — | — | 400 |
| Portland Square Building Conference Centre | 500 | — | 80 | 300 | 100 | — | — | 800 |
| Student Union Events Hall | 600 | — | 60 | 300 | 80 | — | — | 600 |
The University of Plymouth is a leading modern university located in the heart of Plymouth city centre, offering extensive conference and event facilities for external hire. The campus features state-of-the-art lecture theatres, flexible meeting rooms, exhibition spaces, and dining facilities that can accommodate events from small boardroom meetings to large conferences for up to 2,000 delegates. With over 30,000 students and world-class facilities including modern technology, catering services, and accommodation options, the university provides an ideal setting for academic conferences, corporate events, training sessions, and cultural activities. The central location offers easy access to Plymouth's historic waterfront, shopping areas, and transport links.
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Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom
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University of Plymouth is a verified university in Plymouth, hosting up to 2,000 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.
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University of Plymouth has 3 meeting and event spaces in Plymouth, seating up to 600 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
The largest event space at University of Plymouth is Student Union Events Hall, with a maximum capacity of 600 guests.
University of Plymouth offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Parking, Accessible, Multiple projectors, large screens, PA systems across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
Up to 2000 guests across multiple venues including main halls, lecture theatres, and seminar rooms
Comprehensive AV equipment including projection systems, sound reinforcement, video conferencing facilities, and technical support
Full catering services available including formal dining, buffets, refreshments, and dietary requirement accommodations
On-campus parking available with disabled spaces, visitor permits required, alternative public transport links nearby
The University of Plymouth is a leading modern university located in the heart of Plymouth city centre, offering extensive conference and event facilities for external hire. The campus features state-of-the-art lecture theatres, flexible meeting rooms, exhibition spaces, and dining facilities that can accommodate events from small boardroom meetings to large conferences for up to 2,000 delegates. With over 30,000 students and world-class facilities including modern technology, catering services, and accommodation options, the university provides an ideal setting for academic conferences, corporate events, training sessions, and cultural activities. The central location offers easy access to Plymouth's historic waterfront, shopping areas, and transport links.
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