Entire Ship at The Golden Hinde
Boat
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Whole venue
54 reviews
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St Mary Overie Dock, Cathedral Street, London, SE1 9DE
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London Bridge Station (0.2 mi)
About this space
The Golden Hinde is a full-scale replica of an Elizabethan galleon furnished to illustrate 16th-century seafaring.
Design: Timber-planked decks, low gunwales and narrow companionways give the interior a compact, vertical profile typical of an Elizabethan galleon. A single tall mast, exposed rigging and painted hull detailing create a clearly historic, hand-crafted finish.
Features: The ship has Wi-Fi, a PA system and speakers, and permits hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ. Hosts can use contiguous deck spaces for displays, guided tours or standing receptions, and on-site staff provide operational support during hire periods.
Ideal for: Schools, heritage groups and small cultural organisations seeking an immersive, educational and social experience.
What guests say: The ship provides detailed audio interpretation and hands-on, child-friendly exhibits. The ship's preservation and maintenance is evident in its condition.
Prices
Monday
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Tuesday
8:00 –
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Wednesday
8:00 –
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Thursday
8:00 –
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Friday
8:00 –
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Saturday
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Sunday
8:00 –
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£3000
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8:00 –
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£3000
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Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
A straightforward exclusive-use option for clients who want to make The Golden Hinde their own for the occasion. Includes 1 hour of setup and access to the ship’s PA system. A cash bar is available, with catering, drinks packages and entertainment available separately.
Ideal for: private parties, receptions, networking events and clients who wish to manage their own event arrangements.
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The Astrolabe — £3,600 inc. VAT
Up to 4 hours exclusive hire
Our recommended option for clients looking for a more supported event experience. Includes 1 hour of setup, access to the ship’s PA system and an Event Manager to help coordinate the event on the day. Drinks packages, catering and entertainment can be added separately.
Ideal for: corporate events, celebrations, receptions and parties where you want the Golden Hinde team to help bring the event together.
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The Cross-Staff — £4,200 inc. VAT
4+ hours exclusive hire
Our premium hire option for events requiring additional event time and dedicated event management. Includes 1 hour of setup, access to the ship’s PA system and an Event Manager. Drinks packages, catering and entertainment can be added separately.
Ideal for: corporate entertaining, evening receptions, private celebrations and events requiring more time and support.
Additional Hours — £840 inc. VAT per hour
Additional event time can be added to your booking, subject to availability.
Peak-period pricing: Friday and Saturday bookings are subject to a 30% uplift on venue hire and additional hours.
• Access to our bar which includes Lager, Pale Ale, Cider, Red and White wine, Prosecco, soft drinks and a range of spirits if required.
• Drinks inclusive package (providing Red and White wine, Lager, Pale Ale and soft drinks for the duration of the hire)
Capacity
Standing
up to 120
Dining
up to 35
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 8
Catering and drinks
No in-house catering available
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Play your own music
Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions
Accessibility
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Promoted and ticketed events
Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available
Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
Temporary event notices available
Host rules
No smoking allowed.
Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day
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Reviews and ratings
(54 reviews and ratings - )
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MH
Miss H.
Verified review
Boat · 50 guests
· February 2026
Held my 50h party here and had a fantastic time. The staff were incredibly helpful and good fun on the day and everyone had a ball. Thank you so much!
Submitted 6 months ago
5.0
BC
Bianca C.
Verified review
Meeting · 100 guests
· January 2026
Really great venue, lots of atmosphere, great location & really strong communication from the welcoming team.
Submitted 8 months ago
5.0
CC
Cristina C.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 50 guests
· June 2025
We held our corporate summer party here and had fabulous positve feedback from our team who felt really well taken care of. A big thank you to Hendrik and the staff, who were so helpful throughout the night. The DJ absolutely nailed it. I gave some vague notes about music genres, but the playlist was spot on and kept the energy going all evening. The food and service were also excellent, not to mention the games which our engineers thoroughly enjoyed. Couldn’t recommend this venue highly enough. it made for a truly memorable evening.
nothing to add her
Submitted 1 year ago
5.0
SG
Sheena G.
Verified review
Boat · 35 guests
· April 2025
Having a birthday celebration on the Golden Hinde was fantastic. Guests loved being greeted with a glass of fizz as they boarded the ship. Staff served up delicious canapés and drinks could be had at handy onboard little bar.
Band hire worked really well and Hendrik helped to carry instruments to the lower deck.
One of the best party’s ever.
I wish I’d put balloons or twinkling lights at ship entrance. Some of my guests couldn’t find entrance to the ship in the dark.
Submitted 1 year ago
5.0
FAQ
Yes, clients can certainly bring their own DJ.
We can facilitate live music and activities such as treasure hunts or murder mystery-style experiences.
Yes, you can set up a tab if you would like.
About The Golden Hinde
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