Functions
For any occasion
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, wedding, work gathering, or holding a wake, The Jolly Boatman is a charming function venue offering attentive service, delicious food, and a relaxed canal-side atmosphere.
Host your event in one of our welcoming spaces — from the Restaurant to the covered patio with peaceful views of the water.
For more intimate occasions, we also offer private areas ideal for smaller gatherings with friends or family.
Big enough for everyone
The Restaurant
Enjoy a memorable dining experience in our largest private room, nestled right beside the canal.
With large windows overlooking the water, you and your guests can soak up the peaceful views of passing boats and greenery — a perfect backdrop for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a relaxed buffet for 20 to 100 people or a more formal sit-down meal, we’ll help you tailor the setup, menu, and atmosphere to suit your event.
Let the tranquil setting and delicious food set the tone for an unforgettable gathering.
Max capacity: Seating 50, standing 100
For an intimate gathering
The snug
Tuck into a cosy, intimate meal in our charming snug.
Perfect for smaller gatherings or quiet catch-ups, our snug offers a relaxed, welcoming space with a touch of old-world pub charm.
Whether you’re sharing a meal with close friends, enjoying a family dinner, or marking a special moment, it’s the ideal spot to unwind with good food, good company, and a bit of privacy away from the bustle.
Max capacity: Seating 24
Under the sun
The patio
Soak up the sunshine on our covered patio, overlooking the tranquil canal.
Perfect for warm-weather dining, this airy outdoor space offers shelter and shade while you enjoy freshly prepared food and drinks with a canal view. Whether it’s a lazy lunch or a lively evening gathering, the patio provides the perfect blend of open-air charm and comfort.
Max capacity: Seating 24 + Benches
Birthdays
Anniversaries
Celebrate another year.
Weddings
Christenings
Celebrate a new beginning.
Wakes
Any Occasion
Celebrate life.
We’ll do all the work for you
Organising your event
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Let us know the size of the party
Hosting local events regularly.
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Choose your buffet option
Catering tailored to your needs.
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Celebrate with friends and family
Fun for everyone.
Let us make your next celebration unforgettable