Find us at Alexandra Dock, Queens Rd, Belfast, BT3 9DT

HMS Caroline

Host Your Event Aboard HMS Caroline – A Belfast Icon

Make your event unforgettable aboard HMS Caroline, the last surviving ship from the Battle of Jutland, moored in the heart of Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. Steeped in naval history and beautifully restored, she offers a one-of-a-kind venue with stories spanning both World Wars.

With four unique event spaces, HMS Caroline is perfect for everything from intimate receptions to large-scale corporate events. Her elegant, nautical setting creates a distinctive backdrop that’s both historic and impressive.

Our experienced events team is here to handle every detail, making your planning process smooth and stress-free.

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We recommend this venue for:

Awards Ceremonies
Corporate & Private
Dining Events
Meetings
Networking & Receptions
Workshops

Drill Hall

With soaring ceilings and majestic metal girders, this space is large enough to be transformed for everything from conferences to private dinners.

Capacity: 120 Seated

Price: Half Day hire from £600+VAT | Full Day hire from £1,000 +VAT | Evening hire from £1,250 +VAT

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Junior Rates Mess

Dine in the heart of the ship on 'mess style' tables for a truly immersive dining experience

Ideal for: Parties | Corporate Dinners | Networking Receptions | Break Out Space

Capacity: 70 Seated

Price: Full Day hire from £800 +VAT | Evening hire from £800 +VAT

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Ward Room

Tucked away onboard the ship is our elegant Ward Room

Ideal for: Special Occasions | Intimate Dining

Capacity: 14 Seated

Price: Full Day hire from £350 +VAT | Evening hire from £550 +VAT

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Whole Ship

Want to hire the full ship? make the most of all the spaces including the Main Deck with views across the Titanic Quarter, perfect for pre-dinner drinks reception

Ideal for: Drinks & Canapes | Corporate Dining | Parties

Capacity: 60

Price: Drinks & Canapes reception only from £600 +VAT

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Testimonials

Sharon and Glenn were on hand when we arrived at the venue to help with whatever request we hand. Nothing ever seemed like to much an ask or hassle. I would have no hesitations in recommending Sharon and her team onboard HMS Caroline to host an event in the future.

Catherine, Vaughan Engineering

FAQs

We offer Dry Hire only which includes exclusive use of the agreed spaces, a dedicated Event Manager, security, cleaning, tables and chairs, signage, additional equipment such as lighting and sound where needed. Private tours can be added onto your booking at an additional fee if required.

HMS Caroline is located at Alexandra Dock, Queens Rd, Belfast in the heart of Titanic Quarter. We are only 2.8 miles away from Belfast City Hall - 10-15 minutes by car.

We offer free parking on site, including disabled parking.

By public transport: Take the G2 Glider bus from Belfast City Hall to the first Catalyst Inc. stop. Walk through Catalyst car park to reach us at Alexandra Dock.

By car: Take the car and park in our free car park. We are only five minutes up Queens Road from SSE Arena, or a two minute drive from the Titanic Hotel.

On foot: HMS Caroline is just a 30 minute walk from the iconic Big Fish in Belfast City Centre. Walk the Maritime Mile and see the Belfast Marina and the Great Light on your way.

We welcome all guests to our venue spaces and we have tried to make it as safe as possible. However, some of our spaces are historic buildings and ships, and we know that there can be challenges for some guests.

For those who believe they will be limited, please discuss any accessibility requirements with your Event Manager who will be able to advise and we can provide on-site additional support if needed.

Please note, high heels with a diameter smaller than a 2p coin (2.5cm) cannot be worn on board the ship. Heel caps that can be fitted should be purchased in advance

We are able to offer discounted group tickets to the museum as part of your hire. If you'd like to add this option to your booking, then please discuss this with your Event Manager who will be able to help build you a bespoke offer.

Yes, we are able to offer discount if you are a military personnel wishing to book one of our venues. Please let our Event Manager know upon enquiry and they will be able to discuss this with you in more detail.

Thank you

By choosing to host your event with us, you are doing more than just booking a uniquely memorable venue. You are actively contributing to the conservation of Britain’s naval heritage.

The National Museum of the Royal Navy is a charitable organisation, and all profit generated via venue hire is reinvested so that we can continue to preserve and improve our iconic ships, aircraft and submarines as well as our treasured collections and historic buildings for the general public to enjoy.

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Come aboard HMS Caroline and see for yourself why it's the perfect venue for your next event.

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