About Portsmouth Guildhall
Portsmouth Guildhall, a majestic building at the heart of the city, has been managed by the Portsmouth Cultural Trust since April 2011. The building has a standing capacity of 2,228 and is known for presenting first class entertainment, conferences, weddings and events.
It’s worth taking a moment to consider the fascinating history of the venue. The Guildhall is most famous today as the city’s premier entertainment & events venue, but the history of this iconic local building also shines a light on the history of the whole city – not only through the role it has played as the civic home to the Lord Mayor, but also in the very walls of the building itself.