Commercial & Hospitality

Room Hire:
Mariners Park

Host your event at the home of the Mariners

The 1st Cloud Arena offers a range of flexible, well-equipped spaces for corporate events, private hire, and special occasions, all at Mariners Park in the heart of South Shields.

There’s something different about hosting an event at a football club. The atmosphere is electric, the spaces are unique, and every gathering feels like an occasion. Whether you’re running a conference for fifty delegates, celebrating a milestone birthday, or treating your team to something special, the 1st Cloud Arena has the space and the team to make it happen.

The Marquee

Suitable for: Weddings & receptions, birthday parties, private celebrations, business conferences, networking & corporate events, live music & entertainment, remembrance gatherings

The Marquee is the 1st Cloud Arena’s largest and most versatile event space, and with capacity for up to 200 guests, it’s the natural choice for large celebrations. An elegant open-plan layout, a fully stocked private bar, and a small outdoor seating area give it a seamless indoor-outdoor feel that works for any occasion. Perfect as a dancefloor for the evening, or strip it back for theatre-style seating, this space adapts to you.

Capacity for up to 200 guests

Elegant, open-plan layout

TV screens and sound system

Space for live music, DJs and catering

Small outdoor seating area

Private toilet facilities

Wheelchair accessible

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The Leonard Lounge

Suitable for: Private parties and celebrations, live music and entertainment nights, corporate events and networking, business meetings and training sessions, funeral receptions and remembrance gatherings

The Leonard Lounge strikes a perfect balance between intimacy and spaciousness, with a premium feel that suits everything from lively birthday parties to stylish corporate evenings. Private booths give the space a distinctive character, while a dancefloor, raised stage, and large projector screen mean it’s equally at home hosting entertainment nights, presentations, or live music.

Capacity for up to 100 guests

Private booths for an intimate touch

Projector and flat-screen TVs

Superb pitch views

Fully stocked bar

Space for DJs, music and catering

Exclusive toilet facilities

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The New Stand Bar

Suitable for: Birthday parties, live music nights, sports viewing events, Sunday lunches, business networking, community meetings

With four large TV screens showcasing live sport and superb pitchside views, the New Stand Bar brings a lively, social atmosphere to any event. For any private party, live music night, or community gathering, this space delivers on energy and experience. It’s also home to our popular Sunday lunches, served every week from 12pm–4pm. The perfect way to enjoy great food with a view.

Capacity for up to 75 guests

Private bar with sports atmosphere

TV screens and sound system

Kitchen facilities for catering options

Space for live music and DJs

Superb pitchside views

Free guest Wi-Fi

Private toilet facilities

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The Club House

Suitable for: Private functions, meetings, smaller celebrations, community gatherings

An intimate and flexible space at the heart of the 1st Cloud Arena. The Club House is ideal for smaller private events, meetings, and community functions. Easy to hire, easy to set up, and always welcoming.

Capacity for up to 40 guests

TV screens and sound system

Wheelchair accessible

Fully stocked bar

Private toilet facilities

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Included as standard

Every room hire at the 1st Cloud Arena comes with the following as standard. We want the practical side of your event taken care of from the moment you arrive, so you can focus on the people in the room.

Catering

We work with trusted local catering partners to provide everything from tea and coffee to full sit-down meals. Menus available on request.

AV & tech

All rooms include projector screens and/or TVs, and free guest Wi-Fi throughout. The Barbour Lounge features an interactive whiteboard for presentations and training.

Dedicated support

Our events team will be with you from enquiry through to the day itself, handling the details so you don't have to.

Flexible layouts

Every room can be arranged to suit your event, from theatre-style seating to open floor plans. Just let us know what you need and we'll make it work.

Pricing & Availability

Room hire pricing varies depending on the space, the duration of your event, and the day of the week. Half-day and full-day rates are available, and we're happy to discuss bespoke packages for recurring bookings or larger events.

We'd always recommend getting in touch directly. Our team can advise on availability, walk you through the spaces, and put together a quote tailored to your needs.

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Room Hire: Mariners Park

Host your event at the home of the Mariners

The Marquee

The Leonard Lounge

The New Stand Bar

The Club House

Included as standard

Catering

AV & tech

Dedicated support

Flexible layouts

Pricing & Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

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Room Hire:
Mariners Park