Private Dining Newcastle | Customs House Hotel
Discover private dining and private events in Newcastle at Customs House Hotel, set within our iconic heritage building on the harbour. Our three upstairs function spaces offer a unique blend of character, privacy and flexibility, making them ideal for intimate dinners, milestone celebrations, corporate events and cocktail-style gatherings.
The Collectors Room and Examiners Room each accommodate up to 20 guests for seated dining, providing a warm and private setting for birthdays, anniversaries, engagement dinners, client lunches, boardroom meetings and smaller group events. For larger occasions, the Harbourmasters Lounge offers a standout event space with harbour views, a private bar and in-house sound system, accommodating up to 40 guests seated or 60 guests cocktail-style.
From intimate private dining to larger private functions in Newcastle, we make it easy to create an event that feels personal, polished and memorable. With quality food, thoughtful service and three distinctive heritage spaces to choose from, our events team will help you find the right setting for your celebration, corporate gathering or special occasion.
Planning something a little bigger? Explore our full range of function and event spaces, dining options and packages, designed for everything from milestone celebrations and weddings to corporate events and larger group gatherings. Discover the spaces available and find the perfect setting for your next occasion.
The Spaces
Set within our iconic heritage building on Newcastle Harbour, our three upstairs private event spaces offer character, privacy and flexibility for a range of occasions. From intimate seated dinners to larger cocktail-style celebrations, each room provides a unique setting for private dining, corporate events and special gatherings
Collectors Room
SEATED DINING 20 PAX
The Collectors Room is an intimate private dining space located upstairs, ideal for smaller celebrations, long lunches and special gatherings.
Featuring a charming bay window with views over the beer garden, fountain and courtyard, the room offers a warm and character-filled setting with plenty of privacy. Accommodating up to 20 guests for seated dining, it is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, engagement dinners and intimate private events in Newcastle.
Harbourmasters Lounge
COCKTAIL 60 PAX
SEATED DINING 40 PAX
The Harbourmasters Lounge is a standout upstairs event space, combining heritage character with beautiful views across Newcastle Harbour.
Featuring high ceilings, timber floors, a private bar and an in-house sound system, the room provides an impressive setting for larger celebrations, corporate events and private functions. Accommodating up to 40 guests for seated dining or 60 guests cocktail-style, it offers a flexible and memorable backdrop for your next event.
EXAMINERS ROOM
SEATED DINING 20 PAX
Tucked away upstairs and full of heritage character, the Examiners Room is a private space designed for smaller gatherings, boardroom-style meetings and intimate dining.
Offering a quiet and professional setting, the room is ideal for client lunches, corporate sessions, private dinners and special occasions where privacy and comfort matter. Accommodating up to 20 guests for seated dining, it provides a focused and character-filled backdrop for your event.