Private Aquarium Hire & Events

The National Marine Aquarium is a world-class venue. Our Eddystone Reef and Atlantic Ocean Exhibits create vibrant backdrops which promises to add something special to your event, private party and wedding to children’s party, sleepovers and day delegates. 

Our scientists have proven the therapeutic properties of aquariums, so why not relax in the grandeur of the UK’s largest Aquarium. At the same time, you can rest easy that your booking will help to support our charity’s Ocean conservation efforts.

Christmas Parties

If you are looking for an exciting and inspiring venue for your company’s Christmas Party then you’ve just found it. The National Marine Aquarium is the perfect place to get away from the predictable party venues.

Experience an underwater world full of vibrancy and colour – a touch of the tropics right here in Plymouth.

The evening includes a welcome drink, a three course meal served in front of our spectacular Eddystone exhibit, with coffee and mints followed by a memorable night with our Resident DJ.

School Proms

Ideal for hosting school and college proms, the aquarium is a stylish venue with a variety of available spaces to suit any requirements. With catering options for up to 150 people and party spaces to match, the aquarium is available with a variety of themes and packages to make your prom a truly unforgettable experience.

Wedding Receptions

We are currently updating our Wedding Brochure to highlight the spectacular examples of the variety of layout styles and the set package options we can offer. Watch this space for any updates.

In the meantime, don’t hesitate to contact our team if you would like to look at bespoke options or if you would like to arrange a time to visit and view the spaces we have available.

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is parties.jpg

Parties

We offer a dazzling environment, breath-taking views, top quality food, space to have fun which all help make us the perfect party venue.

Whether you are looking for a sit down dinner, buffet or just a party environment we have several spaces available for your needs.

Sleeping with Sharks at the Aquarium

We also offer our Sleeping with Sharks for private sleepovers as well! If you’re a school, Scouts, Rainbow, Brownie group and are booking 50 or more children you can have your own private group sleepover.

Our hugely popular public Sleeping with Sharks at the Aquarium is now available to purchase!

This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is full-hire.jpg

General Venue Hire

If you’re looking for a venue for an event, conference idea of function then you can hire the whole of the UK’s largest Aquarium.

More information

For more information and images of our spaces, contact our dedicated Hospitality and Events team via the email below.

The National Marine Aquarium (NMA) is the UK’s National Aquarium, located in Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth. We are proudly the home of the Ocean Conservation Trust, a charity dedicated to connecting people with the Ocean.

Find Out More