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Host Your Event at the Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower
Discover the unique charm of the Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, a historic waterfront venue nestled in Gosport, Hampshire, just a short journey across the water from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
The Grand Magazine
Make your next event truly memorable in the stunning Grand Magazine, an 18th-century gunpowder store dating back to 1771. With its impressive, vaulted ceilings and elegant Georgian wood floors, this space is ideal for hosting conferences, weddings, receptions, and large gatherings.
Capacity: 150 seated / 180 standing
Exclusive Venue Hire
The museum is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays, offering you the chance to host your corporate or private event in complete privacy. Enjoy exclusive access to this historic venue and create an unforgettable experience for your guests.
Professional Events Team
The experienced events team will guide you through every stage of planning, bringing expertise, attention to detail and a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences.
Partnering with Trusted Suppliers
The National Museum of the Royal Navy partners with trusted suppliers who specialise in working within historic venues. From exceptional catering options to floral arrangements and entertainment, its suppliers understand the unique requirements of the spaces and will help make your event truly exceptional.
Support Naval Heritage
By hosting your event at the National Museum of the Royal Navy, you contribute to the preservation of Britain’s naval legacy. All profits from venue hires support conservation efforts for historic ships, submarines, aircraft, and maritime collections, safeguarding them for future generations.
Contact the Team Today
Let them help bring your vision to life!
Email: specialevents@nmrn.org.uk
Website: nmrn.org.uk/venue-hire
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible Lift - Venue all on one level
- Disabled Parking - Available near the Conference Hall and the main museum
- Disabled persons toilet - Two in the museum and one in the conference hall
- Induction Loop System - Available in the conference hall and at the front desk of the museum
- No dogs (Guide dogs accepted) - Dogs are allowed on the camber and the museum green, not inside unless guide dogs
- Wheelchair user accessible - All on one level or with ramp access
Catering
- Cafe - Indoor and waterside seating
- Catering Provided - Café provides lunch and delegate refreshments
- Kitchen Facilities
- Lunch available, table service
- Outdoor eating area
- Permits Clients own Caterers
- Refreshments Available
- Serve Breakfast
- Serve lunch
- Special diets catered for
- Vegetarians catered for
Children & Infants
- Children's Meals
Establishment Features
- Accessibility for Unloading - At all entrances
- Air conditioning throughout - In the Grand Magazine
- Back Screen Projection all rooms
- Bring your own drink (corkage charge)
- Computer Projection
- Dance Floor
- Desks / Tables
- DVD available
- Flipcharts Available
- Garden / Grounds for visitors use
- In House Audio Visual Technicians
- LGBT Friendly
- Licensed for alcohol
- Licensed for weddings & ceremonies
- Marquee Space Available
- Meeting rooms
- Microphones
- Natural Daylight
- No Pets
- No smoking in dining area
- Open all year round
- Open New Year - For The Grand Magazine function bookings
- Open on bank holidays
- Overhead Projector
- Permit external audio visual technicians
- Photocopier
- Projection Screen
- Smokers welcome - Smoking area available outside
- Wireless Internet Access
- Wooden Floor
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking - Free parking onsite and overflow parking for large events
- Off-road parking
- On Site Car Parking
- On site parking close by
- Railway station within 5 miles - Portsmouth Harbour
- Railway station within walking distance - Portsmouth Harbour. Ferry and 25 minute walk.
- Secure cycle parking - Unavailable, but railings available to lock bikes to
Payment Methods
- Delta
- Maestro
- MasterCard
- Solo
- Visa
Provider Preferences
- Countryside Setting - It is in Gosport but has a museum green and the museum is based on the edge of Portsmouth Harbour with views across to Portchester castle, Whale Island and Portsmouth Dockyard
- Some no smoking areas - All buildings are non-smoking, non-smoking outside areas can be arranged
