Tables and chairs set up for a celebration onboard HMS Caroline.

Dining and Receptions

Find your next corporate or private dining and reception venue at the National Museum of the Royal Navy. 

Elevate your events with exceptional venues blending naval heritage and contemporary sophistication. Whether you're planning a corporate dinner, networking event, canapé reception, birthday celebration, or private gathering, we offer unique and unforgettable locations. 

Impress guests with a truly special experience in Portsmouth, Gosport, Yeovilton, Hartlepool, and Belfast, enjoying delicious lunches, afternoon teas, or stylish dinners in iconic settings.

Why Choose Us?

Choose the National Museum of the Royal Navy for an unforgettable dining experience steeped in rich naval heritage. Immerse your guests in the historic ambiance of our venues, surrounded by iconic exhibits, awe-inspiring artifacts, and stunning memorabilia, from grand warships to the world-famous Concorde 002. 

Whether you envision a grand soiree or an intimate gathering, we offer a range of versatile event spaces, from Nelson's Great Cabin to the Top Deck of Queen Victoria's favourite warship. 

Our dedicated events team provides personalised support and guidance throughout, working with trusted, high-quality suppliers who understand how to protect our heritage while creating bespoke dining experiences that will leave a lasting impression.

Enquire Now

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Dine amongst history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Our iconic galleries and ships offer unique settings for unforgettable dining experiences. From grand warships to awe-inspiring galleries, we can create bespoke events with exceptional catering, ensuring your guests are immersed in a truly special occasion.

Find Out More About Portsmouth Venue Hire

Gosport

Gosport offers unique dining experiences steeped in naval history. Dine aboard the iconic submarine HMS Alliance, an authentic setting for a truly unforgettable event. Alternatively, host your gathering in the Grand Magazine at Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower, a historic gunpowder store transformed into a versatile event space. Both venues offer a unique blend of history and atmosphere, creating lasting memories for your guests.

Find Out More About Gosport Venue Hire

Fleet Air Arm Museum

Dine under the wings of the iconic Concorde 002, a symbol of aviation excellence, surrounded by a captivating collection of historic aircraft. This unparalleled setting creates a memorable backdrop for any event, from corporate gatherings to private celebrations. The Fleet Air Arm Museum offers a truly special and inspiring atmosphere for your guests.

Find Out More About Fleet Arm Museum Venue Hire

National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool

The National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool offers unique dining experiences that are steeped in maritime history. Host your next event in the historic Sir William Grey Suite, once the home of a renowned shipbuilder, or the atmospheric Ward Room, a space steeped in naval tradition. 

These unique settings, combined with the museum's captivating exhibits, create a truly unforgettable backdrop for any occasion.

Find Out More About Hartlepool Venue Hire

What your dining and reception hire means

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.

 

Make an Enquiry

Get in touch with our team today to discuss your dining and reception occasion needs.

Contact Us
Current naval personnel carrying HMS Hood's bell through Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

Support Us

We’re not just a collection of artefacts – rather we’re a place where the stories and lives of people are told.

Donations from people like you mean we’re able to care, preserve and display our ships, planes, and submarines. Equally importantly, they also make it possible for us to bring our collections to life and in doing so share the inspirational work of our curators, conservators, scientists, and volunteers.

Support Us
Woman with megaphone in front of navy figureheads

VIP Experiences and Private Group Tours

Get closer to our incredible collections through a wide range of experiences and private guided tours.

Whether you’re looking at purchasing a VIP gift experience for a loved one, or are a true naval enthusiast wanting to delve deeper behind the scenes, our historic ships, aircraft, and collections create the ultimate one-of-a-kind experience.

Find Out More

See our other venues

Meetings and Conferences

Weddings and Civil Ceremonies