Event Spaces & Function Rooms
Central Atrium
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About Central Atrium
200 Standing / Reception
The Central Atrium forms the beating heart of No Man's Fort, where Victorian military engineering meets contemporary celebration beneath a soaring glass dome. This spectacular circular space on the upper level draws you in with sunlight streaming through the curved glass roof during the day, transforming into a star-filled canopy after dark. We've kept the original fortress architecture intact, with exposed brick walls that curve around the space telling stories of the fort's military past. The Palmerston Bar sits against these historic walls, where our bartenders serve everything from champagne toasts to craft cocktails as your celebration unfolds. With room for 200 guests at reception-style events, the space flows naturally between different levels, creating intimate conversation areas while maintaining the grandeur of the whole. A proper stage anchors one end of the atrium, complete with professional lighting for bands, DJs, or speeches. The grand piano in the corner has accompanied everything from jazz quartets to surprise birthday serenades. We've hosted wedding receptions where couples had their first dance as boats passed by outside, corporate parties that spilled onto multiple levels, and milestone birthdays where guests mingled between the bar and various seating areas we arrange to suit your event. The real magic happens when evening arrives. The glass dome above transforms the space as daylight fades and the fort's lighting creates an amber glow against the brick. Your guests can step out onto the surrounding decks between dancing, catching the sea breeze before returning to the party. The acoustics, shaped by the circular walls and domed ceiling, mean live music fills the space without overwhelming conversation. Getting here by boat from Portsmouth adds to the sense of occasion, and once your guests arrive, they have the entire fort to explore between celebrations in the Central Atrium.
Response rate:96%
Response time:within an hour
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Prices
Flat rate | from £2,400
Mon – Sun09:00 - 18:00from £2,400 hire fee
Amenities
Wireless Internet Access
Flipchart
Projector/TV/Screen
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Portsmouth Harbour · 4 minutes
Portsmouth & Southsea · 13 minutes
Southsea Hoverport · 13 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday:9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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