Our venues
We offer stylish lecture theatres, meeting rooms, exhibition spaces and green spaces, all just a short walk from our dining and accommodation areas.
First-class facilities and exceptional support
We have a variety of versatile spaces, suitable for a range of budgets. We offer excellent AV systems, free Wi-Fi, premium catering, wellbeing and leisure facilities. Our experienced team are on hand to support you every step of the way.
See our venues by occasion
We provide a unique event experience, set against a backdrop of the stunning South Downs.
Available all year round:
Available in university vacations:
To find out where you can host your next event, read our Venues brochure [PDF 3.17MB].
Food menu
We offer a wide range of options to make your event special: from sandwich buffets to luxurious three-course meals and pop-up food markets featuring local vendors.
If you're looking for something unique, our award-winning Executive Chef can craft a custom menu that enhances your event and leaves a lasting impression on your guests.
Learn more about our catering
Conference Centre
Our flexible, professional spaces are designed to deliver seamless events.
Hosting 10 to 250 guests, the Conference Centre combines bright, adaptable rooms with fully integrated AV – ideal for conferences, training and workshops.
Our dedicated team will be available to support you before, during and after your event to ensure everything goes seamlessly. Free parking is available for all delegates.
Read more about our conference centre venue and packages.
Attenborough Centre for Creative Arts (ACCA)
Book a striking venue for events with impact.
A regional hub for performance, music and dance, the iconic Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts doubles as a unique setting for conferences, exhibitions and awards ceremonies.
The 305-seat auditorium – with retractable seating – transforms effortlessly into a spectacular space for gala dinners and evening events.
Lecture theatres and meeting rooms
Looking for a venue for a larger event? Throughout the summer break, we offer a variety of lecture theatres and event spaces across campus to meet your needs. You can contact us or check our term dates to see when these venues are available.
Options include:
- lecture theatres, seminar rooms and social areas
- outdoor courtyard and green spaces
- high-tech AV built-in for hybrid sessions
- free Wi-Fi
- free parking on campus.
Jubilee
Our Jubilee building is ideal for large-scale conferences and keynote events.
Featuring our largest lecture theatre (up to 500 guests), Jubilee is designed for high-impact presentations. A range of seminar rooms, social spaces and outdoor courtyards make it easy to extend your event into networking sessions and evening receptions.
Fulton
Fulton is a bright, versatile setting for mid-sized events.
With two lecture theatres (160 capacity each), flexible seminar rooms and a light-filled atrium, Fulton is a welcoming, practical space for presentation and discussion. The adjacent Fulton Lawn offers additional space for marquees, exhibitions and outdoor catering.
Student Centre
Our Student Centre is a modern, central hub for large and dynamic events.
Located at the heart of campus, this contemporary venue accommodates up to 600 guests across a suite of flexible rooms and exhibition spaces. A spacious atrium and outdoor courtyard provide the perfect setting for networking, catering and informal gatherings.
Celebrations
Meeting House
The Meeting House is designed as a welcoming space for all, with striking multicoloured coloured glass panels. It has two rooms that are available to book for a range of filming, meetings, events and celebrations. The Chapel can seat up to 350 guests. If you have a connection to the University, for example you're one of our alumni, then you're welcome to book the Chapel for your wedding.
Sports hall
The perfect space to host a large family celebration or an exhibition.
Outdoor events
Green spaces
Our green spaces are the perfect place for afternoon tea or a drinks reception, or a relaxing walk between meetings. We can also set up marquees and pop-up catering on site.
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