Polly Woodside Venue Hire
With panoramic views along the Yarra River make your event an unforgettable one in Melbourne’s nineteenth century tall ship, the Polly Woodside.
Built in 1885 and having travelled the world as a cargo ship until 1968, the Polly Woodside is an iconic Melbourne landmark offering a spectacular experience.
Hiring Polly Woodside for your function gives you exclusive use of the ship comprising of the award-winning interactive gallery, the theatrette and the beautiful surrounding wharf.
VENUE FEATURES
Suitable for
- Intimate weddings and wedding photography
- Birthdays, anniversaries, and private celebrations
- Meetings, team building and corporate events
- Book launches, lectures, conferences and performances
- Capacity for large weddings, major events and festivals is limited.
Spaces Available
- Top Deck of ship
- Cargo Shed
- Dockside
Capacity
- Top Deck of ship: 80 guests
- Cargo Shed: 200 guests
- Dockside: 150 guests
Opening Hours
- Times discussed on application
Facilities
- Chairs
- Tables
Accessibility
Please note that our ticketing area, museum, toilet and outdoor deck area are wheelchair accessible, but the actual ship is not.
Venue Conditions
- Water safety is of the utmost importance
Fees
- For Deck and Gallery pricing contact Showtime Event Group call (03) 9682 1777 or email [email protected]
- For corporate, major events and family fun days pricing call (03) 9656 9889 or email [email protected]
TAKE A LOOK AROUND OUR VENUE WITH OUR 3D TOUR
Polly Woodside
21 South Wharf Promenade,
South Wharf 3006 VIC
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