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Royal Navy Museums: Portsmouth

Exclusive Venue Hire at the Royal Navy Museums: Portsmouth

Host your event in the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, surrounded by centuries of naval history. Our four distinctive event spaces combine maritime heritage with modern amenities for a truly unique setting.

Storehouse 11, an 18th-century Grade I listed building, features the Nelson and Princess Royal Galleries. With reclaimed wood from decommissioned ships and state-of-the-art AV facilities, it’s ideal for corporate gatherings.

The Victory Gallery, built in the early 1900s, houses a stunning collection of naval figureheads and HMS Victory artifacts. Its two-level layout and secluded balcony overlooking Portsmouth Harbour create a spectacular event backdrop.

Our dedicated events team ensures a seamless experience, managing every detail with precision. Whether you're hosting a corporate function or a private celebration.

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We recommend this venue for:

Corporate & Private
Dining Events
Meetings
Networking & Receptions
Team Building
Wakes
Workshops

Victory Gallery

Impress guests with our stunning Victory Gallery with views overlooking HMS Victory

Ideal for: Drinks & Canapes | Networking Receptions | Corporate Dining | Parties

Capacity: 80 Seated | 120 Standing

Price: From £1,800

Inclusive of VAT

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Princess Royal Gallery

Our most versatile space, hire the Princess Royal Gallery for a wide range of events and occasions

Ideal for: Corporate Dining | Meetings & Conferences | Workshops | Team Away Day

Capacity: 100 Seated

Price: Day time hire from £1,200 | Evening hire from £1,600

Inclusive of VAT

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Nelson's Gallery

Exclusively dine in our Nelson's Gallery, home to an impressive collection of artefacts relating to Admiral Lord Nelson

Ideal for: Corporate Dining | Private Dining | Parties | Drinks & Canapes

Capacity: 44 Seated | 100 Standing

Price: From £1,422

Inclusive of VAT

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Wolfson Room

Adjacent to the Princess Royal Gallery, the Wolfson room can be used as an annex for larger events, or as a separate meeting room for a smaller groups

Ideal for: Meetings & Conferences | Workshops | Team Away Day

Capacity: 12 Seated

Price: Half day hire from £300 | Full day hire from £480

Inclusive of VAT

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FAQs

We offer Dry Hire only which includes exclusive use of the agreed spaces, a dedicated Event Manager, security, cleaning, tables and chairs, signage, additional equipment such as lighting and sound where needed. Private tours can be added onto your booking at an additional fee if required.

Our historic venues are very delicate due to their age and structure, requiring continuous conservation, therefore we ask that you work with our approved event suppliers who are experts in their field and know our venues as well as we do.

By car:

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is just off junction 12 of the M27, follow the brown and white signs to ‘Historic Dockyard’ which will lead you to our official car park which is located only 400 yards from the entrance at Victory Gate. If this car park is full there are others within close proximity at Gunwharf Quays and Havant Street.

If using a satnav device, please use the postcode PO1 3 LJ.

Public transport:

The nearest train station is Portsmouth Harbour, and then it is a 5 minute walk to Victory Gate

We welcome all guests to our venue spaces and we have tried to make it as safe as possible. However, some of our spaces are historic buildings and ships, and we know that there can be challenges for some guests.

For those who believe they will be limited, please discuss any accessibility requirements with your Event Manager who will be able to advise and we can provide on-site additional support if needed.

We are able to offer discounted group tickets to one or all of our attractions at Portsmouth and Gosport to be part of your hire. If you'd like to add this option to your booking, then please discuss this with your Event Manager who will be able to help build you a bespoke offer.

Yes, we are able to offer discount if you are a military personnel wishing to book one of our venues. Please let our Event Manager know upon enquiry and they will be able to discuss this with you in more detail.

Discover our hand-picked suppliers

Each of our venues works with a select range of trusted, high-quality suppliers who understand how to protect our heritage venues and historic vessels, leaving you to relax and enjoy your bespoke occasion.

From caterers and cake makers, to musicians and décor specialists, work directly with our suppliers to build a unique package for you and your event.

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Thank you

By choosing to host your event with us, you are doing more than just booking a uniquely memorable venue. You are actively contributing to the conservation of Britain’s naval heritage.

The National Museum of the Royal Navy is a charitable organisation, and all profit generated via venue hire is reinvested so that we can continue to preserve and improve our iconic ships, aircraft and submarines as well as our treasured collections and historic buildings for the general public to enjoy.

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Contact us to start planning your event

Ready to elevate your event at the National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth's galleries? Contact our events team now to secure your date.

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