CONFERENCES & MEETINGS
Ideas are nothing new here. This dockyard was built on Brunel’s ingenuity, and it is still the perfect place to spark fresh thinking for meetings, conferences and workshops of any size.
DOCKYARD SPACES
Bright, modern and Ideal for conferences and exhibitions.
- Equipped with dual projectors, WiFi and media‑ready tech.
- Max Capacity: 160 theatre / 120 cabaret
A handy breakout or private meeting room right next to the Great Eastern Hall.
- Max Capacity: 30 seated
A cosy meeting space with spectacular views of the harbourside.
- Can be used in conjunction with the Great Eastern Hall.
- Max Capacity: 12 boardroom
A stylish theatre‑inspired space.
- Full AV, WiFi and media compatibility.
A private meeting room with views of the ship, which also works as a balcony space for the Viridor Theatre.
- Max Capacity: 14 seated
ship for hire
Once admired by Queen Victoria, the iconic SS Great Britain homes unique and remarkable spaces. With the light-filled Promenade Deck, First Class Dining Saloon and the Weather Deck available for hire, you can claim individual spaces or take over the whole ship for an occasion of your choosing.
Whole Ship Max Capacity: 250 standing/60 seated guests.
Rich in Victorian opulence and designed for first class comfort, the First Class Dining Saloon is a standout space for banquets and dinners.
- Max Capacity: 160 seated
Boasting one of the region’s most impressive views, the Weather Deck provides a stunning space to host drinks and canapé receptions.
- Max Capacity: 200
An elegant space on board the ship, with natural daylight filtering in through the grand skylight. The Promenade Deck features decorative mirrors and sweeping wooden decks.
- Max Capacity: 160
A versatile and more intimate space within the ship, used for presentations, meetings and lunches, or a bar and dance floor when paired with the Dining Saloon.
- Max Capacity: 80 standing / 40 seated