University of Portsmouth
- Up to 800 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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The University of Portsmouth is a contemporary higher education institution located in the heart of Portsmouth, offering versatile conference and event facilities. The university campus features modern lecture theatres, meeting rooms, and flexible spaces suitable for conferences, seminars, and corporate events. With capacity for up to 800 delegates across multiple venues, the facilities include state-of-the-art AV equipment, high-speed WiFi, and professional catering services. The waterfront location provides easy access to Portsmouth's historic attractions and excellent transport connections to London and the South Coast.
Best suited for
- Academic Conferences
- Corporate Training
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Graduation Ceremonies
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
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon Lecture Theatre | 300 | — | — | 150 | — | — | — |
| Park Building Conference Suite | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 35 | — | — |
| Student Union Events Space | 250 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Pricing & packages
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.
Competitive rates for academic, corporate and community events. Pricing varies by room size, duration and requirements. Contact for detailed quotations.
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- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Catering Available
- Parking
- Accessible
- Air Conditioning
- Natural Light
- Flexible Spaces
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Hearing loop available
Location & getting there
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, PO1 2UP, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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University of Portsmouth is a verified university conference centre in Portsmouth, hosting up to 800 guests, with day delegate rates from £550. 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.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
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- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
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- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £550
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- Oct 2025Quality score 95/100
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Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 800 guests in theatre style, 400 for banquet seating, multiple breakout rooms available
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art AV equipment including multi-screen projection, professional sound system, and video conferencing capabilities
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
On-campus parking available, advance booking recommended, accessible parking spaces provided
About University of Portsmouth
The University of Portsmouth is a contemporary higher education institution located in the heart of Portsmouth, offering versatile conference and event facilities. The university campus features modern lecture theatres, meeting rooms, and flexible spaces suitable for conferences, seminars, and corporate events. With capacity for up to 800 delegates across multiple venues, the facilities include state-of-the-art AV equipment, high-speed WiFi, and professional catering services. The waterfront location provides easy access to Portsmouth's historic attractions and excellent transport connections to London and the South Coast.
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