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<strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong><br />
<strong>GUILDHALL</strong><br />
THE <strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong> ROOM<br />
VENUE HIRE<br />
CONFERENCES<br />
MEETING ROOM HIRE<br />
OFFICE SPACE FOR HIRE<br />
CORPORATE HOSPITALITY<br />
02393 870182<br />
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INTRODUCTION<br />
CONTENTS<br />
MEETING ROOM SPACES<br />
CONTENTS<br />
MAIN AUDITORIUM<br />
Perfect for any large scale event,<br />
from conferences to dinner dances.<br />
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ZODIAC GALLERY<br />
Beautiful surroundings that offer something<br />
a little different to your conference.<br />
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THE <strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong> ROOM<br />
An elegant, light-filled space with iconic décor<br />
that creates a dramatic backdrop for any event.<br />
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LORD MAYOR’S BANQUETING ROOM<br />
Rich in history, this room is the perfect<br />
space for a conference or event.<br />
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From the grandeur of the<br />
Main Auditorium, to the intimate<br />
surroundings of the neighbouring<br />
rooms, Portsmouth Guildhall has a<br />
space to meet your needs. With its<br />
central location, the Guildhall also<br />
benefits from excellent transport<br />
links and accessibility, making it the<br />
ideal choice, whatever your event.<br />
Whether you are planning a meeting,<br />
conference, exhibition, reception or dinner;<br />
Portsmouth Guildhall offers the best in both<br />
corporate and private packages. Any of these<br />
functions will be made more memorable set<br />
against the backdrop of the fascinating history<br />
and stories that surround Portsmouth Guildhall.<br />
Over recent years the building has been<br />
transformed into one of Hampshire’s leading<br />
cultural platforms for the arts, providing an<br />
inimitable venue for private and corporate events.<br />
In the heart of the city, within walking distance<br />
of the historic dockyard and Spinnaker Tower,<br />
Portsmouth Guildhall is a world class venue<br />
for private and commercial entertaining.<br />
Best known as the South of England’s prime<br />
live entertainment venue, Portsmouth<br />
Guildhall aims to become Hampshire’s main<br />
business hub offering a unique selection<br />
of conference halls and breakout spaces.<br />
THE SOLENT SUITE<br />
Perfect for small meetings or interviews,<br />
this room gives a five star effect.<br />
THE HARLEQUIN<br />
Natural daylight makes it perfect for meetings<br />
or dinners and also boasts its own bar.<br />
MEETING ROOM 1<br />
With its high ceilings, this bright spacious<br />
and airy room is a great space for meetings.<br />
MEETING ROOM 2<br />
Bright and airy, Meeting Room 2 is the<br />
perfect space for a more intimate meeting.<br />
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10<br />
12<br />
14<br />
FREDA SWAIN LOUNGE<br />
Floor-to-ceiling windows<br />
look out onto Guildhall Square.<br />
QUICK GUIDE<br />
Easy reference for each room showing<br />
dimensions, power and seating capacity.<br />
FLOOR PLAN KEY<br />
Chair<br />
Column<br />
Plug socket<br />
Projector<br />
Screen<br />
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THE MAIN AUDITORIUM<br />
THE MAIN AUDITORIUM<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
Dimensions<br />
Ceiling Height<br />
Theatre<br />
Cabaret<br />
Dinner<br />
Dinner Dance<br />
Reception<br />
Buffet<br />
Classroom<br />
Boardroom<br />
29 x 18m<br />
13m<br />
Square Metre 552m 2<br />
Power 3 phase 400/200<br />
(power locks)<br />
Daylight<br />
No<br />
Up to 2009 people<br />
Up to 420 people<br />
Up to 420 people<br />
Up to 380 people<br />
Up to 1000 people<br />
Up to 800 people<br />
Up to 300 people<br />
N/A<br />
MAIN AUDITORIUM<br />
The Main Auditorium is perfect<br />
for large-scale events, and can be<br />
dressed to fit anything from an<br />
intimate dinner to a large exhibition.<br />
DRINKS<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
Situated on the ground floor, the<br />
room offers a wow factor, with its<br />
own stage, draping and curtains.<br />
VIP<br />
VIP<br />
TREATMENT<br />
SCREEN<br />
PROVIDED<br />
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THE <strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong> ROOM<br />
THE <strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong> ROOM<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
Dimensions 15.6 x 10.3m<br />
Ceiling Height 4m<br />
Square Metre 160m 2<br />
Power<br />
N/A<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 70 people<br />
Dinner<br />
Up to 80 people<br />
Dinner Dance Up to 60 people<br />
Reception Up to 150 people<br />
Buffet<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Classroom Up to 80 people<br />
Boardroom Up to 50 people<br />
THE <strong>PORTSMOUTH</strong> ROOM<br />
The Portsmouth Room, the latest<br />
addition to Portsmouth Guildhall’s<br />
updated venue portfolio, is available<br />
for conferences as well as corporate<br />
dinners and team building events.<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
BAR<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
This elegant, light-filled space with its<br />
iconic décor creates a dramatic backdrop<br />
for any memorable event. Based on the<br />
first floor, the Portsmouth Room also<br />
offers its own bar and lounge area.<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
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THE SOLENT SUITE<br />
THE SOLENT SUITE<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
THE SOLENT SUITE<br />
Dimensions<br />
Ceiling Height<br />
3 x 5m<br />
4m<br />
This small suite has been newly refurbished to offer<br />
VIP treatment on show nights and is now available<br />
to hire. Perfect for small meetings or interviews,<br />
the relaxed furniture and décor gives a five star effect.<br />
DRINKS<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
VIP<br />
VIP<br />
TREATMENT<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
Square Metre 14.540m 2<br />
Power<br />
2 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
N/A<br />
Cabaret<br />
N/A<br />
Dinner<br />
Up to 8 people<br />
Dinner Dance N/A<br />
Reception N/A<br />
Buffet<br />
Up to 8 people<br />
Classroom Up to 8 people<br />
Boardroom Up to 8 people<br />
“<br />
PERFECT<br />
FOR MEETINGS OR INTERVIEWS<br />
WITH A FIVE STAR EFFECT.<br />
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THE HARLEQUIN<br />
THE HARLEQUIN<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
THE HARLEQUIN<br />
Based on the ground floor of Portsmouth Guildhall, this versatile<br />
room is perfect for meetings or dinners and also boasts its own bar.<br />
With natural daylight and original features throughout, the room provides<br />
a great sense of history. Connecting to the ground floor foyer areas, the<br />
Harlequin Room provides suitable breakout spaces or syndicate rooms.<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
Dimensions 14 x 12m<br />
Ceiling Height 5m<br />
Square Metre 168m 2<br />
Power<br />
12 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 150 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 100 people<br />
Dinner<br />
Up to 100 people<br />
Dinner Dance Up to 80 people<br />
Reception Up to 180 people<br />
Buffet<br />
Up to 150 people<br />
Classroom Up to 80 people<br />
Boardroom Up to 80 people<br />
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MEETING ROOM 1<br />
MEETING ROOM 1<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
Dimensions 9.3 x 7.4m<br />
Ceiling Height 3m<br />
Square Metre N/A<br />
Power<br />
2 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 40 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 25 people<br />
Dinner<br />
N/A<br />
Dinner Dance N/A<br />
Reception N/A<br />
Buffet<br />
N/A<br />
Classroom N/A<br />
Boardroom Up to 25 people<br />
MEETING ROOM 1<br />
Situated on the third floor of Portsmouth Guildhall, this meeting room<br />
includes a screen and projector and offers lots of natural daylight. With high<br />
ceilings, this bright, spacious and airy room is a great space for meetings.<br />
DRINKS<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
PROJECTOR<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
SCREEN<br />
PROVIDED<br />
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MEETING ROOM 2<br />
MEETING ROOM 2<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
MEETING ROOM 2<br />
Dimensions<br />
Ceiling Height<br />
6 x 7m<br />
3m<br />
Adjoining Meeting Room 1 on the third floor, this smaller meeting<br />
room also includes a screen and projector. Bright and airy,<br />
Meeting Room 2 is the perfect space for a more intimate meeting.<br />
Square Metre 45.405m 2<br />
Power<br />
2 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
DRINKS<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
PROJECTOR<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
SCREEN<br />
PROVIDED<br />
“<br />
THIS<br />
BRIGHT AND AIRY<br />
ROOM IS THE PERFECT<br />
SPACE FOR A MORE<br />
INTIMATE MEETING.<br />
Theatre<br />
Cabaret<br />
Dinner<br />
Dinner Dance<br />
Reception<br />
Buffet<br />
Classroom<br />
Boardroom<br />
Up to 30 people<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
Up to 20 people<br />
“<br />
WITH<br />
HIGH CEILINGS, THIS BRIGHT,<br />
SPACIOUS AND AIRY ROOM IS A<br />
GREAT SPACE FOR MEETINGS.<br />
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ZODIAC GALLERY<br />
ZODIAC GALLERY<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
ZODIAC GALLERY<br />
The artwork that surrounds the walls of<br />
the Zodiac Gallery remains the largest<br />
acid stained glass mural in the world, and<br />
among the most important in existence.<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
The beautiful surroundings are perfect for<br />
up to 120 people and offer something a little<br />
different to your conference experience.<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
Dimensions 15.6 x 10.3m<br />
Ceiling Height 4m<br />
Square Metre 160m 2<br />
Power<br />
8 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 80 people<br />
Dinner<br />
N/A<br />
Dinner Dance Up to 80 people<br />
Reception Up to 200 people<br />
Buffet<br />
Up to 180 people<br />
Classroom Up to 50 people<br />
Boardroom Up to 30 people<br />
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LORD MAYOR’S BANQUETING ROOM<br />
LORD MAYOR’S BANQUETING ROOM<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
Dimensions 15.5 x 12.3m<br />
Ceiling Height 5.5m<br />
Square Metre N/A<br />
Power<br />
10 x 13 amp sockets<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 110 people<br />
Dinner<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Dinner Dance Up to 120 people<br />
Reception Up to 120 people<br />
Buffet<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Classroom Up to 100 people<br />
Boardroom Up to 50 people<br />
LORD MAYOR’S<br />
BANQUETING ROOM<br />
Rich in history, the Lord Mayor’s Banqueting<br />
Room offers the perfect space for a<br />
conference or event for up to 120 people.<br />
Its elegant, all original features are set off<br />
by large windows and high ceilings, ensuring<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
that the room is bright and accommodating.<br />
Located on the Lord Mayor’s floor, the<br />
Banqueting Room offers the kind of grandeur<br />
you would expect from such a majestic building.<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
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FREDA SWAIN LOUNGE<br />
FREDA SWAIN LOUNGE<br />
FLOOR PLAN<br />
Dimensions 15.6 x 10.3m<br />
Ceiling Height 4m<br />
Square Metre 160m 2<br />
Power<br />
N/A<br />
Daylight<br />
Yes<br />
Theatre<br />
Up to 120 people<br />
Cabaret<br />
Up to 80 people<br />
Dinner<br />
Up to 80 people<br />
Dinner Dance N/A<br />
Reception Up to 200 people<br />
Buffet<br />
N/A<br />
Classroom N/A<br />
Boardroom Up to 50 people<br />
FREDA SWAIN LOUNGE<br />
Adjacent to the Zodiac Gallery, the Freda Swain Lounge is a fantastic space<br />
to hold your meeting or event. With its floor-to-ceiling windows, there<br />
is plenty of natural light and stunning views across the Guildhall Square.<br />
FOOD<br />
OPTION<br />
CONFERENCE<br />
OPTION<br />
MEETING<br />
OPTION<br />
NATURAL<br />
DAYLIGHT<br />
WIFI<br />
AVAILABLE<br />
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QUICK GUIDE<br />
QUICK GUIDE<br />
Main<br />
Auditorium<br />
Portsmouth<br />
Room<br />
Solent<br />
Suite<br />
The<br />
Harlequin<br />
Meeting<br />
Room 1<br />
Meeting<br />
Room 2<br />
Zodiac<br />
Gallery<br />
Lord<br />
Mayor’s<br />
Freda Swain<br />
Lounge<br />
Dimensions 29 x 18m 15.6 x 10.3m 3 x 5m 14 x 12m 9.3 x 7.4m 6 x 7m 15.6 x 10.3m 15.5 x 12.3m 15.6 x 10.3m<br />
Ceiling Height 13m 4m 4m 5m 3m 3m 4m 5.5m 4m<br />
Square Metre 552m 2 160m 2 14.540 m 2 168m 2 N/A 45.405m 2 160m 2 N/A 160m2<br />
Power<br />
3 phase<br />
400/200<br />
N/A 2 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
12 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
2 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
2 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
2 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
10 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
2 x 13 amp<br />
sockets<br />
(power<br />
locks)<br />
Daylight No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes<br />
Theatre 2009 120 N/A 150 40 30 120 120 120<br />
Cabaret 420 70 N/A 100 25 N/A 80 110 80<br />
Dinner 420 80 8 100 N/A N/A N/A 120 80<br />
Dinner Dance 380 60 N/A 80 N/A N/A 80 120 N/A<br />
Reception 1000 150 N/A 180 N/A N/A 200 120 200<br />
Buffet 800 120 8 150 N/A N/A 180 120 N/A<br />
Classroom 300 80 8 80 N/A N/A 50 100 N/A<br />
Boardroom N/A 50 8 80 25 20 30 50 50<br />
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T: 02393 870200<br />
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