National Oceanography Centre

The National Oceanography Centre is a red brick building with multiple chimneys, set in Southampton and offering two distinct event spaces with a combined reach of up to 800 guests. The NOC Marquee accommodates up to 800 for a reception, while the Shilling Building Seminar Room seats up to 40 in a theatre layout - a pairing that suits gatherings of quite different scales within the same site. On-site facilities include high-speed internet, air conditioning, onsite catering, breakout rooms, a microphone and basic lighting. These practical provisions mean the core technical and hospitality requirements are handled without relying on external suppliers. Southampton Central Station is a 12-minute walk away, and Southampton Airport is reachable in around 15 minutes by car. Southampton Port sits 8 minutes away by car, and St Mary's Stadium is just 4 minutes away - giving the venue a position within easy reach of several prominent local landmarks and transport connections.