Barbican

The Barbican: Add More to Your Conference in Plymouth

Make your next conference or corporate event in Plymouth more memorable by taking your delegates beyond the meeting room and into one of the city’s most atmospheric waterfront neighbourhoods – the historic Barbican.

With its cobbled streets, historic buildings, bustling Sutton Harbour and views across Plymouth Sound, the Barbican provides the perfect setting for delegates to relax, network and experience more of what Britain’s Ocean City has to offer. The area brings together an impressive choice of restaurants, attractions, experiences and waterfront activities, making it easy to build a memorable social programme around your conference.

Exceptional dining on Plymouth’s waterfront

The Barbican is home to a fantastic selection of restaurants, bars and cafés, giving conference organisers plenty of choice for lunches, informal networking, delegate dinners and evening entertainment. From locally sourced seafood and West Country produce to international cuisine and relaxed waterfront dining, there are options to suit a wide range of tastes and budgets.

For something particularly memorable, why not arrange a delegate dinner overlooking Sutton Harbour, enjoy fresh local seafood or combine dinner with an experience at one of the area's unique venues?

Take your delegates out on the water

A conference in Plymouth doesn't have to stop when the working day finishes. Plymouth Boat Trips offers an opportunity to get delegates out on the water and experience Plymouth from a completely different perspective.

A harbour cruise, coastal trip or private boat experience can provide an excellent opportunity for informal networking while showcasing Plymouth's spectacular waterfront, maritime heritage and natural environment. It is also a great way to give delegates a genuine sense of place – something they are unlikely to experience in a conventional conference destination.

Plymouth Boat Trips

Discover the home of Plymouth Gin

Located on Southside Street, Plymouth Gin Distillery provides another distinctive experience within easy reach of the Barbican. Delegates can discover the history of this famous Plymouth brand and learn more about the distilling process, with tours and tasting experiences providing an engaging addition to a corporate itinerary.

For conference organisers looking to create an evening with a difference, combining a distillery experience with dinner in the Barbican can make an excellent delegate social programme.

Plymouth Gin Distillery

Team building at the National Marine Aquarium

Just a short walk from the Barbican, the National Marine Aquarium offers a truly unique backdrop for corporate events and team-building experiences. As the UK's National Aquarium, it provides an inspiring setting that connects delegates with Plymouth's ocean identity while offering a range of event and experience opportunities.

For businesses wanting to encourage collaboration, communication and creativity, an ocean-themed team experience can provide something very different from traditional corporate activities. The Aquarium can also provide an impressive setting for networking, private events and entertaining, with spaces overlooking Plymouth Sound and the underwater exhibits.

Bring your next conference to Plymouth and give your delegates more than a meeting – give them an experience they'll remember.