Wake and funeral reception venues in Plymouth
When family and friends need a place to gather, Plymouth has calm, welcoming rooms. The Full Time at Bolitho Park hosts wakes with a buffet and free parking, Hyde Park Social Club in Mutley has two private lounges, and Boringdon Park Golf Club offers a peaceful setting in Plympton.
Hyde Park Social Club
The Full Time
Parkway Sports & Social Club
At a glance
4 rooms in Plymouth that host wakes & funeral receptions, from golf clubs, social clubs and sports clubs, for 120 to 400 guests. 4 have a private bar, and 2 can do the food for you.
| Venue | Area | Guests | Private bar | Food | Step-free |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boringdon Park Golf ClubGolf club | Plympton | Up to 400 | Venue caters | ||
| Hyde Park Social ClubSocial club | Mutley | Up to 120 | Ask | ||
| The Full TimeSports club | Manadon | Ask | Venue caters | ||
| Parkway Sports & Social ClubSocial club | Ernesettle | Ask | Ask |
What to look for
- Short-notice availability on the day of the funeral
- A private room, or at least a separate area away from the main bar
- Tea, coffee and a simple buffet that can be ready when guests arrive
- Parking and step-free access for older guests
- Flexible numbers, since attendance is hard to predict
Questions people ask
How many wake and funeral reception venues are there in Plymouth?
We list 4 rooms in Plymouth that take wakes & funeral receptions, across Plympton, Mutley, Manadon and Ernesettle. Each one has been checked against the venue's own website or another public source.
What's the biggest wake and funeral reception venue in Plymouth?
Boringdon Park Golf Club in Plympton is the largest we list, for up to 400 guests. For a smaller group, Hyde Park Social Club holds up to 120.
How do I find a wake venue at short notice?
Send the same enquiry to two or three venues near the service at once, with the date, rough numbers and start time. Our wake guide covers what to say and what to ask.
Do venues charge a deposit for a wake?
Some do, some don't. Many pubs simply charge for the buffet per head. Ask for the total cost in writing.
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