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A photo of the exterior of the Museum. It's dusk and the light is starting to fall. The lights inside the Museum are all on.

A unique venue in a stunning location

Why choose us?

Award-winning architectural design
Unique waterside location
Stunning views over Falmouth harbour
A number of different sized, adaptable spaces that can be used individually or together
Nearby parking
We can offer a range of bespoke catering and refreshment options
Fully equipped facilities

Boat Hall

The Boat Hall is the heart of the museum and the largest space within it. The space is very flexible and has been used as a venue for a variety of events including wedding receptions, car launches and dinners. There are boats suspended from the ceiling providing a unique environment for your special event.

Capacity: 400 standing, 300 theatre or 250 cabaret/dinner style

A view of The Main Hall at The National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth by Luke Hayes

A view of The Boat Hall at The National Maritime Museum Cornwall during an event. Photo by Luke Hayes

Waterside Cafe

With spectacular views over Falmouth’s magnificent harbour, it is the perfect setting for wedding receptions, Christmas parties, special occasions and memorable corporate events.

Capacity: 100 cabaret/dinner style, 150 standing buffet style

The Waterside Cafe at The National Maritime Museum Cornwall in Falmouth

The Waterside Cafe at National Maritime Museum Cornwall overlooks Falmouth Harbour. Photo by Paul Abbitt

Learning centre

A highly adaptable and flexible self-contained area which overlooks Falmouth harbour, with its own toilets. The ideal location for private parties and wedding receptions, workshops or training. It also works as a great networking space or breakout room if used in conjunction with the Lecture Theatre

Capacity: 120 standing, 100 cabaret, 100 theatre, or 60 in a combination of both cabaret and theatre style

Sunley Lecture Theatre

Fitted with the latest audio-visual technology and with ability to both livestream and record. A superb venue for talks, presentations, conferences and films whilst acting as an inspirational venue for educational groups, corporate events and other special occasions.

Capacity: 100 theatre style

The Sunley Lecture Theatre at The National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Photo by Bob Berry

The Sunley Lecture Theatre at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Photo by Bob Berry

Haddon Boardroom

Steeped in nautical history and housed within the largest collection of maritime literature in the South West, our boardroom is the smallest of our rooms – offering an ideal space for more intimate meetings, workshops or training sessions. It comes equipped with a large screen TV and conferencing facilities.

Capacity: 15 boardroom style