Home to almost a quarter of a million people, Southampton is a wonderful place known for its natural beauty and rich history.  Southampton is an award-winning city with six award-winning parks, all of which achieved Green Flag status, and was awarded Purple Flag status for its night-time economy in 2023.

Home to a lot of scientific advancements, the city of Southampton also boasts one of the most famous universities in the world. Ranked amongst the top 100 universities of the world, the University of Southampton offers highly recognised degrees in engineering and electronics.

Adding a splash of culture to the city is the Southampton City Art Gallery. With ever-changing exhibitions, no two visits are quite the same! From charming paintings to breathtaking photographs, there is always something new to be inspired by. Or try one of the many talks or arts and craft activities throughout the year.

Accessibility

Southampton is a city with exceptional connectivity, regionally, nationally and internationally with an international airport, one of Europe's largest cruise ports, two ferry ports and national rail and coach links. Also, Southampton is located at the convergence of two major motorways, so it is easy to see why the city is known as being easily accessible.

Venue Picks in Southampton

Southampton has a whole host of fantastic venues to host meetings and events. We’ve picked out some of our favourites, from modern conference rooms, to quirky, fun event spaces.

Historic Venue

The Star Hotel

Once one of Southampton’s coaching inns, The Star Hotel is located centrally on the High Street. During the early 1880s, the hotel was visited regularly by royalty and the Victoria room commemorates the then Princess Victoria’s visit here in 1831 (Princess Victoria later to become Queen Victoria).  

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Room2

At room2, guests have their own fully-equipped kitchen and plenty of space to work and relax. It’s the perfect space to collaboratively work in. With views over Queens Park, the Drawing Room is a flexible meeting space designed to inspire creativity and make you feel at home. Looking to hold an informal meeting, seminar, social event or entertain clients? They’ve got you sorted with barista coffee, snacks all day food and drinks from the bar.

Art Gallery

Southampton City Art Gallery

Southampton City Art Gallery can be hired for weddings, civil ceremonies, drinks receptions and even more. Paintings and sculptures provide a wonderful backdrop for couples seeking somewhere unique and the gallery spaces provide a harmonious environment for an unforgettable business event.

Seating can be provided for up to 120 people, and their in house catering team can work with you to ensure your guests are kept happy throughout your event.

Quirky Venue

High Score Arcade

High Score Arcade in Southampton is a cool venue packed with retro arcade games to enjoy all evening. They have various corporate packages on offer, perfect for an incentive event, or a fun way to wind down a busy day at an event.

Their basic package, ‘Its Party Time' includes 90 minutes of exclusive arcade hire, personalised invitations, event hosts, and optional competition on a machine of your choice.

Their most extensive package, Party Bonanza, includes 90 minutes of exclusive arcade hire, optional competition on a machine of your choice, BYOB, bring your own food or order in takeaway, and optional ‘Powerboost’ where you can add up to 90 minutes of extra game play!

Conference Venue

The NOC Southampton

The NOC Southampton has a range of rooms and conference facilities available to hire for meetings, seminars, lecture series, conferences, or events. With up to 25 bookable meeting spaces, the NOC is the perfect Southampton venue to host any conference.

Close to the city centre with great transport links, the NOC has many spaces available to hire to suit events of varying sizes. Their meeting spaces vary from small boardrooms to large lecture theatres. Many of the rooms have flexible layouts enabling them to be used for custom purposes. Also, all of the rooms feature natural daylight and access to data projectors and screens.

Rooftop Venue

God’s House Tower

The GHT rooftop has unrivalled views across the Southampton Waterfront, over the Port of Southampton, and some of the most historic sights in the city. You and your guests can enjoy exclusive use of this historic rooftop as luxury liners sit just yards away. The space has capacity for 40 standing guests, making it ideal for a drinks reception.

Venue Just Outside the Centre

Rownhams House

Rownhams House is a beautiful Georgian House, situated in 12 acres of gardens and woodland with its own magical lake, Gothic style coach house and Grade II listed icehouse. With good access to the M27/ M3 motorways ( 45 mins from the M25) Rownhams is conveniently situated for: London and the South, including Winchester, Southampton, Romsey, New Forest, the South coast and the surrounding Hampshire villages. It has plenty of private parking ideal for vehicles, caterers and trucks.

Rownhams House & Gardens provides an excellent location and thoroughly bespoke service; giving you the space to put your heads together for meetings, away days, room for conferences large or small, a massive array of activities for team building and the ideal place for your company celebrations.

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Get in touch with us to plan your next event in Southampton.

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