You don’t have to be a member to hire a room at the RNC & RAYC – we welcome all guests to enjoy our facilities to host any occasion from a small meeting to a large event for more than 100 guests. Rooms can be hired singularly or in groups, depending on your requirements.
The rooms have undergone recent renovations to ensure they are fully adaptable to suit your preference. Our rooms are fully compliant with the latest COVID-19 regulations and are thoroughly sanitised between bookings to ensure your wellbeing and peace of mind.
We offer catering for any occasion, whether you are planning an informal lunch, a buffet or a formal dinner event, our expert catering team led by Steven Grant will serve exquisite food to suit your every preference.
We pride ourselves on the high-quality service we provide at the RNC & RAYC, including the fine food and drinks delivered by Steven Grant and the catering team, and the unique experience we can offer to you and your guests. We hope that you will be equally delighted with the competitive pricing as we strive to accommodate your requirements for your budget.
However you picture your big day, our team are on hand to make your dream
wedding a reality.
We are easily accessible from nearby railway stations and ferry services. There is also local parking, including disabled parking, and our building is fully accessible to people with mobility limitations.
From teas and coffees throughout the day to silver service dinners, our team are available to discuss your requirements and deliver a memorable dining experience to your guests.
You can choose from a range of hot drinks and snack options throughout the day as well as lunch service, sandwich platters, buffet-style meals, and full service dining. You will have full use of club facilities during your event, and an all-inclusive delegate package including room and equipment hire as well as food and drinks is available on request. Speak to our events team for more information.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, social gathering, business meeting, corporate event, or something entirely different, our events team are here to support you with the planning and delivery of your special occasion. The events team is led by Club Manager Louise Morley, Duty Manager Kerry Mansfeld, and Head Chef Steven Grant, alongside Kelly Wall. The whole team at the RNC & RAYC look forward to welcoming you and your guests and providing the highest quality service for your event.
We have a comprehensive range of menus to choose from as well as drinks lists, music options (including live bands or DJs) and floral arrangements from our in-house florist. Our kitchens are well-equipped to produce meals accommodating any dietary requirements, and the team is on hand to plan all of these details in advance, so you can enjoy your event with peace of mind whilst we ensure everything runs smoothly.
Located on the ground floor and adorned with period features and artwork depicting the Battle of Trafalgar, the Trafalgar Room is an imposing and impressive space for events. With capacity for up to 100 seated and 120 standing, the Trafalgar Room is the ideal setting for a formal dinner, wedding breakfast, cocktail party or reception.
The Trafalgar Room is also licensed for Civil Ceremonies for 100 guests – including the bride, groom and two registrars.
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This bright and characterful space is the largest of our rooms, with a central dancefloor giving a nod to the heritage of this room as the original ballroom, the Osborne Room has direct access to the courtyard garden, and exclusive use of the Spinnaker Bar during events.
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This first-floor room boasts spectacular views across Governors Green to the Solent, and the grand piano in the corner of the Albert Room adds an elegant touch. With capacity for up to 80 seated and 100 standing, this is another excellent option for formal dinners, receptions and parties.
The Albert Room is also licensed for Civil Ceremonies for 75 guests – including the bride,
groom and two registrars.
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This characterful space features sweeping shelves full of books boasting an impressive literary heritage, detailing naval and sailing history from centuries past. The Library seats up to 10 for an intimate business meeting, private lunch, or small social gathering.
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The bright and fully-stocked Spinnaker Bar is located on the ground floor and is available to hire on its own or as part of a package booking.
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Opening Times
Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: Closed
Thu: Closed
Fri: Closed
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
How to find us
Royal Naval Club and
Royal Albert Yacht Club
17 Pembroke Road
Portsmouth
PO1 2NT
United Kingdom
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