The Marine Theatre is a stunning coastal venue in Lyme Regis, Dorset and is part of a UNESCO world heritage site. The auditorium has impressive large windows, overlooking the sea, providing a beautiful backdrop for your wedding. Built in 1894, the venue can accommodate 124 guests for a sit-down meal and 330 standing guests for your evening reception. As well as that, the theatre is licensed for ceremonies, so you can spend the whole day in one location. The main auditorium is well equipped for weddings, with a semi-sprung floor perfect for dancing and the stage provides an area for your DJ or band. There are two dressing rooms, two bars and a pretty balcony is the perfect spot for arrival drinks, set against the famous Jurassic coastline. The venue has a wide range of wine for you to choose from and also a choice of caterers, including their patron’s restaurant HIX Oysters & Fish House. You will have exclusive use of the venue the day of your wedding, as well as the day before and morning after, so you will have plenty of time to set up and pack away! As an added bonus you will also have access to all the theatre equipment, including the PA system, microphone, fairy lights and a mirror ball! There is a wide roster of bands and DJs.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1893

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

No. of People In Team

Overview of Marine Theatre

Wedding Venue Type

Museum / Attraction

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

200

Reception Capacity

394

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence

Church Within Walking Distance

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive Use

Disabled Access

Bridal Changing Facilities

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

In-House Wine List

Alcohol Licence

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist

Jewish Wedding Specialist

Muslim Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Marine Theatre

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£4,495

Maximum Price

£5,995

- Exclusive hire of the whole venue on the wedding day (9 A.M.—midnight.) including auditorium, stage, foyer, dressing rooms, two bars, and exterior forecourt - Access to decorate the theatre - Access after the wedding - Exclusive use of the fully staffed bar on the day - A professional theatre technician to support throughout the wedding and reception (theatre lighting design and rig, sound, and technical set-up) use of theatre equipment (chairs, tables, lighting, PA system, microphone, projector and screens, fairy lights, mirror ball, and more)

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Choice of preferred caterers

Furniture included

Day before set up available

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Reviews for Marine Theatre
(10)

Jenny Pownd

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

A gorgeous venue within 20 yards of the sea

‘A gorgeous venue within 20 yards of the sea. We were so luckily to find this gem, it was a truly magical day’

Maia Collier

Happy couple married in October

October 2024

The venue is truly special’

‘Fantastic! We danced all night long, the staff were fab and the venue is truly special’

Charley Weaves

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

The staff were brilliant!

‘The staff were brilliant! At the last minute the weather changed and we decided to have the ceremony outside, the staff instantly hopped on my request and we were married outside (on theatre square) overlooking the stunning Dorset coastline’

Sophie Spencer

Happy couple married in June

October 2024

Were still on cloud nine

‘Couldn’t have asked for a better day! Were still on cloud nine’

Lindon Pine

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

We had the most amazing day

‘We had the most amazing day. The location, the venue and the staff were incredible. A special shout out to Steve the technician for lighting up the dance floor, helping with smooth speech transitions and making sure the DJ set went perfectly’

Gemma Duffield

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

Amazing venue in a beautiful part of the UK

The venue was awesome but the team were even better. Happy to help with any questions in the run up to the event. Extra thanks to Gabby for helping us create the perfect drinks package and Karen for helping sort an easel. Over the wedding weekend all the team were amazing but extra shout out to Andrew the duty manager who went above and beyond to make our day perfect! Every guest has mentioned how awesome the venue was and it really added the extra sparkle to our day!

Mike Hamer

Happy couple married in November

October 2024

Incredible staff, location and wedding day.

We could not have been happier with The Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis. They supported us before the big day. Recommended suppliers (including an incredible caterer) and could not have been more helpful. The day ran so smoothly, the views from the Theatre are stunning looking over The Cobb and Golden Cap. Excellent staff, excellent day, excellent location. Absolutely 10/10

Keith Maguire

Happy couple married in July

October 2024

An amazing venue by the sea.

We got married here in May and it was everything we dreamed of, and more! The staff were helpful and passionate about our wedding. The venue itself was clean/looked great and as a working theatre (with it's own tech guy), the lighting and audio were great. When I asked last minute if there was a projector my best man could use for his speech, they were able to meet that request. The staff on the day were great and it was a great atmosphere. We would definitely recommend this venue but book ahead

Gill, Mother of the Bride

Wedding: May

October 2024

The perfect team

'The whole Marine team worked perfectly together, always friendly and smiling! Nothing was ever too much trouble’

Julian – Groom

Happy couple married in August

October 2024

Highly recommend to anyone!

A really brilliant venue – incredible views along the bay and towards the town…the staff were the best thing about the venue – everyone was so helpful from booking right through to the day after the wedding – very accommodating to changes of plan… Highly recommend to anyone!