— Armed Forces Reunions —
Reunite your shipmates in style
You can't beat our historic hotel for a memorable reunion — moments from the Historic Dockyard and Naval Base, with 90 bedrooms so you can make a weekend of it.
Ships' reunions, done properly
The perfect place for a reunion in Portsmouth.
Our function rooms are made for gathering old shipmates — a bar, a restaurant, and plenty of maritime history, including a library with walls full of ships' badges. Always shipshape, our spaces are turned out smartly and make a memorable backdrop to your reunion.
And your reunion supports great causes, too: all surplus goes to Armed Forces, Merchant Navy and veterans' charities — so every gathering here gives something back.
A venue second to none
Everything a reunion needs, in one place.
Steps from the Dockyard
The Historic Dockyard and Naval Base are right down the road — you couldn't ask for a better place to reunite.
Make a weekend of it
With 90 bedrooms, guests who travel can stay over — a short walk from Portsmouth Harbour station.
Maritime through and through
A library lined with ships' badges and a hotel steeped in naval history — a fitting home for your crew.
Three rooms to choose from
A space to suit your crew.
The Ballroom
Our grandest space, for larger reunions with room to dine, dance and reminisce.
The Nelson Lounge
Private and welcoming for mid-size gatherings, with room to mingle and swap stories.
Below Decks
Characterful and relaxed — a maritime setting with plenty of atmosphere.
Shipmates, reunited
Reunions in full swing.
We're reunions specialists
— Hosting former shipmates in style, year after year —
We've welcomed reunions for HMS Hermes, HMS Jupiter, HMS Hood, HMS Newcastle and HMS Hermione, among many others. The ASW Association held their AGM and reunion with us, and HMS Ark Royal return for regular mini-reunions.
Searching for your association? The RN Shipmates directory is the best place to start. If you've been before — welcome back. And if you'd like to give us a try, we'd love to hear from you.
In our guests' words
The feedback we're proud of.
"I cannot thank the staff enough for all their help and friendship over the HMS St Vincent reunion weekend. The gala dinner went without a hitch and the food was excellent. The rooms were spotless as always, and staff didn't hesitate to help with anything. Thank you all — we'll be back."
Cathy & Mick O'Keefe · TripAdvisor, October 2025"A three-night stay for our HMS Protector reunion — the Antarctic supply ship. The bedroom was comfortable and well looked after, and I can only praise the staff, especially the younger members, who did a marvellous job. The food was well presented, and reception made sure we had easy parking for my blue badge."
Shirley Debona · Google, November 2025Plan your reunion
Easy to reach, easy to reunite.
Where
75–80 Queen Street, Portsmouth, PO1 3HS — a short walk from Portsmouth Harbour railway station and the Historic Dockyard.
Rooms & stays
Three function rooms — the Ballroom, the Nelson Lounge and Below Decks — plus 90 bedrooms to make a weekend of it.
Looked after
Your reunion is easy to organise and supported throughout by our experienced events team.
Good to know
- Function rooms, catering and room rates are tailored to your reunion — confirmed with our events team on enquiry.
- Room capacities vary by space and layout; final numbers are agreed when you book.
- Accessible parking can be arranged — please mention any requirements when you enquire.
- Every reunion supports our charitable mission — all surplus supports Armed Forces, Merchant Navy and veterans' charities. Portsmouth Royal Maritime Club CIO, registered charity no. 1205660.
Start your celebrations in style.
— Reunite your crew where maritime history lives —
