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Concert Hall & Conference Centre

Southampton Guildhall

Southampton, South East England — SO14 7DU

2200

Max Capacity

FROM

£5400

Per Day

4.8

7 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Southampton Guildhall is a prestigious Grade II listed venue in the heart of Southampton, originally built in 1937. The venue combines historic architecture with modern facilities, featuring a magnificent concert hall, multiple conference spaces, and meeting rooms. Located on Above Bar Street, it serves as a cultural hub hosting everything from symphony concerts and comedy shows to corporate conferences and weddings. The main auditorium seats up to 2,200 delegates theatre-style, while smaller spaces accommodate intimate meetings and events. With excellent transport links and city centre location, the Guildhall offers versatile event spaces supported by professional technical services, catering facilities, and full accessibility features.

Room Capacities

theatre

2200

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

2500

dining

200

banquet

180

Pricing

Day rates from £5400

Room hire rates vary by space and duration. Main auditorium rates start from £2,500 per day. Meeting rooms from £500 per day. Additional charges for technical equipment, catering and staffing.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Air conditioning

Accessible

Catering available

Bar facilities

Professional lighting

Sound system

Stage facilities

Cloakroom

Box office

WiFi

AV & Technical

Professional sound system

Stage lighting

Projectors

Large screens

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Recording facilities

Ideal For

ConcertsConferencesCorporate EventsGraduationsAward CeremoniesTheatre Productions

Location & Access

Above Bar Street, Southampton SO14 7DU

Southampton Central railway station 0.3 miles walk. Regular bus services on Above Bar Street. Southampton Airport 4 miles. Ferry terminals 0.8 miles for Isle of Wight and continental services.

No on-site parking. Multiple public car parks within 200m including Above Bar Street car park and WestQuay shopping centre parking. Street parking available with restrictions.

Wheelchair accessible