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Boathouse 6

Venue Hire at Boathouse 6

A new events space is coming to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard as part of the Royal Marines Experience, opening in July 2026. Housed within the Grade II listed Boathouse 6 and re-imagined with a modern twist - featuring a new venue hire space with glass walls overlooking the new museum and a state-of-the-art AV and technology setup to support conferences, presentations, screenings, and workshops. 

Available to hire from September 2026, the venue combines an Auditorium, Meeting Room, and Mezzanine breakout space, offering flexible options for events of all sizes. Each space can also be booked individually, or the full venue can be hired for larger gatherings.

Currently under construction, the venue offers a rare opportunity to step inside ahead of public opening. A limited number of behind-the-scenes hard hat tours will be available from April 2026, offering a rare preview of this unique setting.

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We recommend this venue for:

  • Awards Ceremonies
  • Exhibitions
  • Film Screenings
  • Meetings
  • Networking & Receptions
  • Team Building
  • Workshops
Auditorium space inside Action Stations

Auditorium

Hidden within the Grade II listed Boathouse 6 is the Auditorium — an impressive 275-seat space featuring the largest screen in the city.

Ideal for: Presentations | Talks/Lectures | Networking Receptions | Exhibitions | Private Screenings | Workshops | Team Away Days

Capacity: 275

Price: Day time hire from £1,800

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Mezzanine

A unique mezzanine floor with its own private entrance, overlooking the Royal Marines Experience and offering views across the entire museum. Secluded from public visitor areas, it provides a private setting while remaining an integral part of the museum experience.

Ideal for: Networking Receptions | Breakout Area | Team Away Days

Capacity: 135 standing

Price: 2hr Networking Reception from £1,200

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Meeting Room

Our meeting room features a state-of-the-art AV setup, making it ideal for team events and presentations. With glass walls overlooking the museum, the space offers a unique setting that feels connected yet private. Fully enclosed and separate from the mezzanine breakout area, it provides a focused environment for planning and collaboration.

Ideal for: Meetings | Networking Receptions | Training Sessions | Workshops | Team Away Days

Capacity: 90 seated on round tables

Price: Day time hire from £1,500 / Evening hire from £1,800

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Whole Venue

Hire the full venue space combining the Auditorium, Conference Room, and Mezzanine level. This offers flexible spaces to suit every event.

Ideal for: Parties | Screenings | Networking Receptions | Exhibitions | Talks | Workshops | Team Away Days

Capacity: 275

Price: Day time hire from £2,400 / Evening hire from £2,750

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Laser Quest session for team building

Add Laser Quest to Your Venue Hire

Make the most of your event with an exciting addition: Royal Marines-themed Laser Quest - a one-of-a-kind experience within the museum. Perfect for team building or a fun break from the conference room, Laser Quest is bookable in 20-minute sessions for up to 22 participants at a time.

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