Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth Guildhall

Portsmouth Guildhall is one of the premier event and entertainment venues on the South Coast, with a star-studded programme of performances all year round.

From award winning theatre productions to live music from chart-topping bands – there's something exciting happening every time you visit. Portsmouth Guildhall, with its great sea views and nearby shops and restaurants, is also a popular place to stage conferences, banquets, weddings, parties – or any kind of special event.

Originally built in 1890 as the town hall, Portsmouth Guildhall was almost entirely destroyed in 1941 during a German air raid. However, despite the fire damage, three external walls remained standing, and the building was restored and reopened by Her Majesty The Queen in 1959.

Facilities (click a category name to expand)

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre

Accessibility

  • Accessible Lift
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Disabled persons toilet
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Ramp/Level Access

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (charge)

Catering

  • On-Site cafe/restaurant

Payment Methods

  • Maestro Accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Visa accepted

Establishment Features

  • Conference facilities
  • Live Music
  • Toilets

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Accessibility Information

Road Directions

Portsmouth has numerous car parks all over the city including both surface and multi-storey parking. The Isambard Brunel multi-storey car park (200 metres from the Guildhall) is run by Portsmouth City Council which means that anyone coming to a show at the Guildhall can buy a parking ticket in advance valid from 6pm until midnight on the day of the show you are attending.

Please note there is very limited on-street parking outside the Guildhall.

Public Transport Directions

Portsmouth’s stations offer direct service to London (80 mins) and are well connected to other major cities. It’s just 100 metres from Portsmouth and Southsea station to the Guildhall.