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Marco Pierre White restaurant. Bar tender serving a cocktail at Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Plymouth
Drakes bar lounge at Crowne Plaza Plymouth with tan leather armchairs and a fully stocked bar
The Drakes bar lounge at Crowne Plaza Plymouth with tan leather chairs and a well-stocked bar
Marco Pierre White Restaurant and bar with views across Plymouth Hoe at Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Plymouth
Marco Pierre White restaurant. Bar tender serving a cocktail at Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Plymouth
Drakes bar lounge at Crowne Plaza Plymouth with tan leather armchairs and a fully stocked bar
The Drakes bar lounge at Crowne Plaza Plymouth with tan leather chairs and a well-stocked bar
Marco Pierre White Restaurant and bar with views across Plymouth Hoe at Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Plymouth
Plymouth

Crowne Plaza Plymouth

Prom venue in Plymouth

Up to 400 studentsFrom £30 per studentMinimum 50Finish by MidnightCoach drop-offAlcohol-free bar
In-house catering
Private entrance
AV & music
Private room
Garden / outdoor

About Crowne Plaza Plymouth

Crowne Plaza Plymouth is a hotel venue situated on Plymouth Hoe, offering event spaces for proms of up to 400 guests. Room options include private dining on the penthouse floor and larger event spaces, one of which accommodates up to 350 guests. In-house catering is available, with options ranging from buffets to sit-down meals. The venue has a private entrance, AV equipment including a screen and projector, and an outdoor garden area. Accessibility provision includes a fully accessible entrance, dedicated disabled parking, three lifts, and accessible toilets on both the ground floor and the penthouse floor. Accommodation is available on site for guests travelling from outside Plymouth.

Under-18 essentials

The arrangements a school needs to confirm before signing, as supplied by Crowne Plaza Plymouth.

From £30 per student, minimum 50 students

Under-18 arrangements at Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Alcohol-free serviceYes
Bar closed to studentsYes
Security staffingSIA-licensed door staff provided by the venue
Staff ratio expected from the schoolUp to the school
Separate entranceYes
Coach drop-off and collectionYes Planning prom transport
Latest finishing timeMidnight
Public liability insurance£25 million
Safeguarding policy on fileYes

Answers are provided by the venue. Confirm them in writing before you sign. Why each question matters

Function rooms for proms

The Mariner Suite at Crowne Plaza Plymouth

The Mariner Suite

Suitable for larger gatherings

Private hire
🪑
360
Seated
🧍
450
Standing
✓ Private Entrance✓ Garden Entrance✓ Private Bar✓ Large air conditioned room✓ Beautiful high ceilings
Marco Pierre White Restaurant Steakhouse Bar and Grill at Crowne Plaza Plymouth

Marco Pierre White Restaurant Steakhouse Bar and Grill

Suitable for mid-sized proms

Private hire
🪑
130
Seated
🧍
200
Standing
✓ Private Entrance✓ Natural daylight✓ Panoramic views across Plymouth Hoe and the City
The Commonwealth Suiite at Crowne Plaza Plymouth

The Commonwealth Suiite

Suitable for small, relaxed gatherings

Private hire
🪑
90
Seated
🧍
100
Standing

The Commonwealth Suite is situated on the first floor of Crowne Plaza Plymouth and benefits from natural daylight. Hired on a sole-use…

✓ Natural daylight✓ Entered via the 1st floor✓ Private bar

Frequently asked questions

Does Crowne Plaza Plymouth host school and college proms?

Yes, Crowne Plaza Plymouth hosts school and college proms. Send an enquiry through PromVenues to check availability for your date and year group.

Which rooms at Crowne Plaza Plymouth can be used for a prom?

Crowne Plaza Plymouth offers The Mariner Suite (seats up to 360, up to 450 standing), the Marco Pierre White Restaurant Steakhouse Bar and Grill (seats up to 130, up to 200 standing) and The Commonwealth Suiite (seats up to 90, up to 100 standing) for proms. Send an enquiry to check which room suits your year group and date.

What time does a prom have to finish at Crowne Plaza Plymouth?

Crowne Plaza Plymouth says the latest a prom evening can finish is midnight.

Is the bar closed to students at Crowne Plaza Plymouth?

Yes. Crowne Plaza Plymouth says any licensed bar is closed to students for the entire evening.

Can Crowne Plaza Plymouth provide an alcohol-free bar for a prom?

Yes. Crowne Plaza Plymouth says it can provide an alcohol-free bar or soft drinks service for the duration of the prom.

What security is there at a prom at Crowne Plaza Plymouth?

Crowne Plaza Plymouth says: SIA-licensed door staff provided by the venue.

How many school staff does Crowne Plaza Plymouth ask for at a prom?

Crowne Plaza Plymouth leaves the number of school staff up to the school.

Can coaches drop off and collect students at Crowne Plaza Plymouth?

Yes. Crowne Plaza Plymouth says coaches can drop off and collect students at or close to the entrance.

Do students have their own entrance at Crowne Plaza Plymouth?

Yes. Crowne Plaza Plymouth says students can arrive and leave through an entrance separate from other guests.

What public liability insurance does Crowne Plaza Plymouth hold?

Crowne Plaza Plymouth says it holds £25 million of public liability insurance.

Does Crowne Plaza Plymouth have a safeguarding policy?

Yes. Crowne Plaza Plymouth says it has a written safeguarding policy it can share with the school.

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Location

Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Armada Way, Plymouth
Plymouth
Devon
PL6 5SY

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