Private Hire

Private Parties
Our two great venues are available to hire for any type of occasion. The beachfront setting of Marine Hall is perfect for larger celebrations with its art deco ballroom and two on-site bars, while Thornton Little Theatre's main hall and function suite make it the perfect place for a party.
We can cater for:
- Birthday Parties
- Anniversaries
- Christenings
- Prom parties
- Office parties
- Christmas parties
- Student functions
- Funerals
We offer bespoke packages to suit your budget and have a choice of caterers, menus and drinks for you to choose from.
For more information and details of hire charges see our Hire of Theatres information page
Contact our events team on 01253 887693 to start planning your tailor made day.

Commercial Hire
Both our venues are available to hire for all types of events from staged performances to conferences. Our superb facilities include:
- 650 seated / 800 standing capacity in the ballroom at Marine Hall
- 197 seated / 300 standing capacity at Thornton Little Theatre
A further range of function suites ideal for meetings or smaller events
- Fully equipped lighting and sound technical infrastructure
- Lighting and sound technicians
- Fully licenced bars
- Range of catering options
- Dressing rooms
- Free parking
Further information:
For more information and details of hire charges please contact our events team on 01253 887693.
For stage technical specifications and equipment lists please click on the following links:
Marine Hall Technical Information
Thornton Little Theatre Technical Information
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