Police Court, Charge Room & Cells

Bring the venue’s past to life for your guests with a mock trial in the Police Court, which retains the original magistrate’s bench, reporter/jury box, witness stand and prisoner’s dock.

To build atmosphere, have your guests enter via the adjoining charge room and welcome them at the original charge desk. From there, walk the corridor of cells and see the chilling collection of criminal weapons, building anticipation and suspense for their eventual arrival at the Police Court or Water Police Court for the main event. It’s a perfect precursor to a cocktail or dinner event, or a unique product launch experience.

Speak to our dedicated audiovisual services team about portable AV solutions available in these spaces.

Corner Albert and Phillip Streets, Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW 2000

Police Court, Charge Room & Cells

Corner Albert and Phillip Streets, Circular Quay, Sydney, NSW 2000Directions, transport and parking

Rooms and capacities

The Water Police Court at the Justice & Police Museum with a dining seating setup for venue hire.

The Water Police Court

This heritage courtroom features a magistrate’s bench and canopy, high ceilings, beautiful wood panelling and excellent acoustics

Capacity
  • Theatre
    100
  • Caberet
    64
  • Dining
    100
  • Cocktail
    180
  • U-Shape
    30
  • Boardroom
    30
Cocktail tables and lounge in the Summons Courtroom of the Justice & Police Museum

Summons Courtroom

The summons courtroom and covered sandstone verandah overlook Circular Quay

Capacity
  • Theatre
    40
  • Cocktail
    70