Once upon a time,
before the town of Portsmouth was founded, this coastline was made up of creeks, low-lying marsh and water. Over the centuries the coastline has altered, but the town's position here on the south coast, its proximity to the open sea, coupled with control of the harbour and its entrance, have secured Portsmouth's place in history as one of the world's great anchoranges and a rendevouz for British shipping in times of war for over 800 years

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Venues for Hire

Portsmouth Museums & Records Service now make available their unique locations for all manner of private functions, corporate events and film and photographic assignments.

A special occasion held in one of our unique settings will made more special and memorable in retrospect.

For more information about all the sites on this page, please email: mvs@portsmouthmuseums.co.uk



Southsea Castle

Portsmouth's principle defence against invasion for nearly 400 years is seeing service again: this time around as a favourite venue for themed functions. It's an impressive place to hold corporate events, executive business dinners or conferences. Add a Touch of History to your Wedding by getting married and having your reception in this splendid Tudor Castle.

Why not visit our website at www.southseacastle.co.uk

The Square Tower

Another fascinating place to invite your wedding guests is the Square Tower, believed to date back to the reign of Henry VII. Film and TV producers also see it as an ideal location. With a capacity to accommodate up to 150 people, the Square Tower also offers an unusual and interesting location for trade shows, art exhibitions, seminars and other similar events.


The D-Day Museum

With its stirring collection of wartime memorabilia and dramatic Overlord Embroidery together with a 100 seat cinema is another venue worth considering by anyone planning a function. It also has a full restaurant facility to seat 80 people. Your 40's style party will take on a more realistic approach with original settings.

We can assist in the organising of all your events by putting you in touch with the right caterers, entertainers, and musicians indeed almost anything to make your special event that extra bit special.

Why not visit our website at www.ddaymuseum.co.uk

 

Portsmouth Museums Portal
Visit the City Museums site
Visit the Natural History Museum Site
Visit the Southsea Castle site
Visit the Records Office site
Visit the Charles Dickens site
Visit the Museums Shop site
Visit the D-Day Museum site