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Gordon Messenger Centre

Exmouth Road, opposite Commando Training Centre Royal Marines, Lympstone, Devon, EX8 5AR

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The Gordon Messenger Centre, Lympstone, viewed from the front entrance (2026)
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Listed spaces: 4named spaces for hire
Kitchen: Availablefor catering

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About this venue

The Gordon Messenger Centre is a MOD community hub outside the wire opposite the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines at Lympstone. The Royal Navy says it is bookable for social, recreational and work use for serving personnel, veterans and the wider Royal Marines family, and provides an online booking form and centre-manager contact. This is a qualified booking route for the Royal Marines community, not evidence of unrestricted general-public hire; confirm eligibility, charges and room availability with the centre. Reported facilities include a large hall, cafeteria/kitchen area, meeting room, café/lounge, two conference rooms, children’s play area, a disabled toilet and an outdoor sanctuary garden. No room capacity, room dimensions or public hire tariff is published in the reviewed sources.

Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Bar on siteA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
StageA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Garden or outdoor spaceA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Step-free accessA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
ToiletsA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Accessible toiletA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Amplified music allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Late licence availableA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Bouncy castles allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Dog friendlyA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Projector or screenA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed

Also features

Cafeteria and kitchen area
Café/lounge
Two conference rooms
Forge room
Children’s play area
June Best Sanctuary Garden

Good for

Meetings
Community events
Classes & courses
Fitness & yoga
Conferences

Rooms and pricing

Hire rates and the spaces you can book.

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Bookable spaces

Large hall
Cafeteria and kitchen area
Meeting room
Conference rooms (two)

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Exmouth Road, opposite Commando Training Centre Royal Marines, Lympstone, Devon, EX8 5AR
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Last checked 16 October 2026

Information taken from register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk, www.royalnavy.mod.uk, mapcarta.com, www.vivodefence.com, commons.wikimedia.org.

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Facilities

Catering & space

Kitchen availableA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Bar on siteA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Tables and chairs includedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
StageA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Garden or outdoor spaceA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes

Access & accessibility

On-site parkingA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Step-free accessA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
ToiletsA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes
Accessible toiletA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Yes

Permissions & licensing

Alcohol allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Amplified music allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Late licence availableA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Bouncy castles allowedA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Dog friendlyA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed

Connectivity & extras

Wi-FiA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed
Projector or screenA cafeteria/kitchen area is reported, but no kitchen equipment is specified. Kings Camps says parking is available outside the centre; confirm arrangements for external visitors. VIVO reports a disabled toilet and a second toilet, without full access specifications. The sanctuary garden is described as a therapeutic outdoor area for the military community; separate hire access is not stated. Mapcarta lists wheelchair access but does not describe the route, so step-free access is left unconfirmed.Not confirmed

Also features

Cafeteria and kitchen area
Café/lounge
Two conference rooms
Forge room
Children’s play area
June Best Sanctuary Garden

Good for

Meetings
Community events
Classes & courses
Fitness & yoga
Conferences

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