Description
✨ Tie the knot aboard the historic Tall Ship Glenlee! ✨
The Tall Ship is Glasgow’s most unique event venue, perfect for weddings, parties, dinners, concerts, and more. Built in 1896 on the River Clyde, Glenlee is now the only Clyde-built sailing ship still afloat in the UK.
Gift yourself and your guests to an unforgettable experience. We can accommodate up to 150 guests for dining and 200 for a drinks reception onboard. We partner with our trusted caterer, Regis Banqueting, while also allowing external catering. An in-house bar is available, with drinks packages ready to pre-order.
To make an enquiry, request a brochure, or book your free show-round with our dedicated events manager, please contact us today!
✨ What’s included
We offer full-day, half-day, and evening venue hire. Prices depend on the type of hire and the day of the week but all options include the following:
- Full exclusivity of the ship (four levels), including museum areas
- Ceremony setup and room included in the price (officiant not included)
- A quiet room and a separate space for the couple
- Capacity for up to 150 seated guests or 200 standing
- A dedicated in-house event coordinator on the day
- Full professional staffing
- A fully serviced in-house bar
- Round and trestle tables, along with chairs
- Linen and tartan runners
- Four easels provided for welcome signs
- PA system, wireless microphone, and projector available
- Event lighting included, with over 100 electric candles
- Advance decoration storage available
- Post-event decoration storage available
Please contact our Events Team to arrange a chat or a free tour at [email protected]
🌐https://thetallship.com 🍴https://regisbanqueting.co.uk
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Reviews (20)
- DDan08/05/2026Great venue!Great venue!We had an amazing time and were so impressed with the Cargo Hold and the Tween Deck, they were incredibly atmospheric!We had an amazing time and were so impressed with the Cargo Hold and the Tween Deck, they were incredibly atmospheric!
- SStephen and Scott08/05/2026Thank you to the team!Thank you to the team!The staff were amazing and everything ran smoothly! I can’t wait to receive our pictures, the setting was absolutely beautiful!The staff were amazing and everything ran smoothly! I can’t wait to receive our pictures, the setting was absolutely beautiful!
- JJessie and Lewis08/05/2026Exactly what we wanted!Exactly what we wanted!Thank you to the Tall Ship Team! We had exactly the day we hoped for, and everyone felt very well looked after. The ship is beautiful and very comfortable. The food was great, and dancing on the ship was so much fun!Thank you to the Tall Ship Team! We had exactly the day we hoped for, and everyone felt very well looked after. The ship is beautiful and very comfortable. The food was great, and dancing on the ship was so much fun!
- JJessie and Beth06/05/2026A relaxing choice!A relaxing choice!Thanks to the Tall Ship Team! You made us feel special, and we had a wonderful year planning the wedding with you. We felt so relaxed on the day, and everybody enjoyed it a lot. Lots of love.Thanks to the Tall Ship Team! You made us feel special, and we had a wonderful year planning the wedding with you. We felt so relaxed on the day, and everybody enjoyed it a lot. Lots of love.
- JJenny and Sam04/05/2026What a day! Thank you!What a day! Thank you!Thank you to the Tall Ship Team for such a beautiful day. We felt in safe hands throughout, and everything ran perfectly. Our guests were very impressed with the ship! Thank you to the Tall Ship Team for such a beautiful day. We felt in safe hands throughout, and everything ran perfectly. Our guests were very impressed with the ship!
- SScott and Louise17/07/2025You both made it happen!You both made it happen!Lauren/Libby. We will most definitely be in touch with big proper thank yous but for now - thank you both very very much, it was an amazing day and you both made that happen for us! We're absolutely delighted with the day!Lauren/Libby. We will most definitely be in touch with big proper thank yous but for now - thank you both very very much, it was an amazing day and you both made that happen for us! We're absolutely delighted with the day!
- FFraser & David17/07/2025We couldn't have asked for anything betterWe couldn't have asked for anything betterDavid and I had a fantastic experience having our wedding on The Tall Ship Glenlee, the venue was perfect and all of the staff were incredible - we couldn’t have asked for anything better – which we knew from the moment we saw it (And booked it within hours of our visit with Lauren) One of our favourite pictures from our wedding shows the staff who were such an important part of our day and who feature daily on our digital photo frame at home! David and I had a fantastic experience having our wedding on The Tall Ship Glenlee, the venue was perfect and all of the staff were incredible - we couldn’t have asked for anything better – which we knew from the moment we saw it (And booked it within hours of our visit with Lauren) One of our favourite pictures from our wedding shows the staff who were such an important part of our day and who feature daily on our digital photo frame at home!
- JJamie & Sarah17/07/2025What a day!What a day!What a day! I didn't want it to end! Thank you so much for all your organising and amazing ideas - we had the best day!!What a day! I didn't want it to end! Thank you so much for all your organising and amazing ideas - we had the best day!!
- RRory and Clare04/06/2024Thanks for your help & hustleThanks for your help & hustleTo Lauren + the Tall Ship crew Thanks for all your help + hustle for making our day so special It means a lot Love from Rory, Clare, Stirling + Edie xTo Lauren + the Tall Ship crew Thanks for all your help + hustle for making our day so special It means a lot Love from Rory, Clare, Stirling + Edie x
- JJoanne and Rob04/06/2024SpecialSpecialThank you for all your help and for making our day even more special Love Mr & Mrs Robertson Thank you for all your help and for making our day even more special Love Mr & Mrs Robertson
Location & Contact Details for The Tall Ship Glenlee
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Is the ship always in the same place?
Yes, the ship does not move and is permanently moored behind the Riverside Museum.
Can we access all parts of the ship?
Yes, guests are welcome to explore all areas of the ship, including the museum section. The ship spans four levels and offers plenty of spacious areas with different atmospheres throughout. We also have a quiet room available, as well as private spaces that can be used for getting ready. The ship can comfortably host up to 200 people onboard.
Can we decorate the ship as we want?
Yes, we are very flexible when it comes to decorations. We’ve hosted a wide variety of different styles and setups for weddings and events. If you’d like some inspiration, we can also share photos of previous décor.
Is the ship accessible?
Yes, the ship is fully accessible and has a lift for visitors. In the event of an emergency evacuation, only one wheelchair user can be accommodated below deck at a time due to safety procedures and evacuation requirements.
Is there a dedicated ceremony space on the ship?
We don’t have a single fixed ceremony room, as the ship offers a variety of spacious areas that can be used depending on your preference. In good weather, ceremonies are usually held on the open weather deck, a stunning setting overlooking the River Clyde. This is where you’ll find the historic Glenlee Bell, which was first rung by Prince Philip. Couples can exchange vows in front of the bell and even ring it themselves once they are officially married.
How long can we hire the ship for?
You can hire the full ship for a full day, half day, or just the evening, depending on your plans. We’re very flexible with timings to suit your wedding.
For a full wedding day hire, access usually starts from around 9am for setup, with couples or close friends welcome from 10am if they’d like extra time to decorate. Guests typically arrive from around 1pm, and celebrations can continue through to midnight.
What is the parking situation?
There is a large car park available that we share with the Riverside Museum, offering convenient parking for wedding guests.
Is the ship heated for colder months?
Yes, the ship is fully heated and also has air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable environment for guests all year round.
What happens in case of bad weather?
The ship is very spacious and offers plenty of indoor areas, so your event can comfortably continue regardless of the weather. We also have flexible space options inside, allowing us to easily adjust the setup if outdoor plans need to move indoors.
Do you help with planning or just venue hire?
We do much more than just venue hire. We’re happy to help with your planning and support you throughout the process. You can also meet us on the ship as many times as you like to go over details and make sure everything is exactly how you want it.
