Summons Courtroom

The summons courtroom and covered sandstone verandah overlooking Circular Quay provide indoor/outdoor areas for refreshment breaks, cocktail parties and pre-dinner drinks.

This adjoining heritage courtroom features a magistrate’s bench and canopy, high ceilings, beautiful wood panelling and excellent acoustics. Innovative built-in lighting options for day and evening make this a versatile venue for all types of events.

Audiovisual

The Water Police Court features the following integrated audiovisual facilities, ensuring clients have access to seamless technology included with their venue hire:

  • AV technician
  • data projector and a 3-by-2.4-metre drop-down screen
  • lectern with lectern microphone
  • internal PA system
  • whiteboard or flip chart (on request)
  • complimentary wi-fi.

Event catering

Food and beverage services at the Justice & Police Museum are provided by Pearl Catering. Pearl’s team of restaurant and catering professionals bring a true commitment to event management, creativity and innovation.

Gold Licence caterers are also welcome to operate on this site upon application.

Please note that the service of red wine can only be served at seated events.

Please contact our venue services team to discuss your food and beverage requirements and package options.

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

Summons Courtroom

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

  • Theatre
    max. 100
  • Caberet
    max. 64
  • Dining
    max. 100
  • Cocktail
    max. 180
  • U-Shape
    max. 30
  • Boardroom
    max. 30
View of the Police Court, Justice and Police Museum

Police Court, Charge Room & Cells

Bring the venue’s past to life for your guests with a mock trial