Isle of Wight

Cowes

Sir Max Aitken Museum

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Price: £200 – £900

Guests: 80

Deals available: 1

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Description

This famous pink building on Cowes waterfront offers a venue that is both unique and remarkable, making a historic backdrop on your special day. Originally the home of the renowned press baron and yachting entrepreneur Sir Max Aitken, the Museum was created to house his extraordinary personal collection of paintings and sailing memorabilia. In addition to this wonderful dining / reception room, a large balcony offers guests the chance to enjoy the wonderful panorama of the Solent scene, with its yacht racing, passing cruise liners and views across to the Spinnaker Tower. If you wish to be dropped off or collected from your wedding by boat, we have steps giving access to the sea! The Museum offers an intimate space for up to 80 people for your ceremony and reception. Choose from one of our three nominated caterers, to create the perfect menu - from a simple afternoon tea to a sumptuous 5* gourmet dining experience. We are located in the heart of Cowes, a short walk from the Red Jet ferry service and also within 5 minutes walk of local churches. Our wedding hosts are here to help with your planning and will be there on the day to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Gillian

We offer a venue that is completely different from any other. As a small charitable organisation we provide an entirely personal service, intended to make your day perfect.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1979

No. of Weddings Hosted

Between 10 and 30

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Sir Max Aitken Museum

Wedding Venue Type

Museum / Attraction

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

120

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Wedding license

Confetti permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Water view

Grade I/II Listed Building

Exclusive use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Outdoor Reception Space

In-house wedding coordinator

Wedding Catering

In-house catering

Alcohol license

No corkage charge for own alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Sir Max Aitken Museum

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£200.00 – £900.00

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You can hire the Museum for your reception only, from £200, or as the venue for your wedding ceremony. We charge £900 for a ceremony. We specialise in offering a unique and welcoming environment for your special day.

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£30.00 – £50.00

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Reviews (3)

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Anon
13/01/2017
'What an incredible place! ’'What an incredible place! ’
We visited here for dinner on a Saturday evening and what an incredible place. We had the pleasure of dining surrounded by a rare and fascinating collection of nauticalia.We visited here for dinner on a Saturday evening and what an incredible place. We had the pleasure of dining surrounded by a rare and fascinating collection of nauticalia.
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Annabel and Carl
13/01/2017
The Max Aitken Museum truly is a jewel in the Isle of Wight crown.The Max Aitken Museum truly is a jewel in the Isle of Wight crown.
“Sandie and Ruth are lovely, lovely people and a real credit the Museum. They were both so helpful, as well as being incredibly patient while Annabel and myself were taking our time deciding on seating arrangements etc. All both Annabel and myself have done since the wedding, is sing the praises of the Museum - it was a fantastic day, in an amazing location - The Max Aitken Museum truly is a Jewel in the Isle of Wight Crown, and a place that shouldn't be missed on a visit to the Island." “Sandie and Ruth are lovely, lovely people and a real credit the Museum. They were both so helpful, as well as being incredibly patient while Annabel and myself were taking our time deciding on seating arrangements etc. All both Annabel and myself have done since the wedding, is sing the praises of the Museum - it was a fantastic day, in an amazing location - The Max Aitken Museum truly is a Jewel in the Isle of Wight Crown, and a place that shouldn't be missed on a visit to the Island."
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Helen and Gavin
13/01/2017
We couldn't have wished for a better venue and all the guests absolutely loved the museum.We couldn't have wished for a better venue and all the guests absolutely loved the museum.
I just wanted to send you the biggest 'Thankyou' for making Gavin and my day so special. We couldn't have wished for a better venue and all the guests absolutely loved the museum. I just wanted to send you the biggest 'Thankyou' for making Gavin and my day so special. We couldn't have wished for a better venue and all the guests absolutely loved the museum.

Location & Contact Details for Sir Max Aitken Museum

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Wedding Venue Address

83 High Street, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7AJ, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

High speed ferries run from Southampton to Cowes and from Portsmouth to Ryde- journey time 25 minutes. There is also a car ferry service from Southampton and Portsmouth

Nearest Town

Cowes

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M3 Southampton

Nearest Train Station

Southampton

Nearest Airport

Southampton

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?

A small wedding with 50 people at Christmas time. It was organised at very short notice for two very busy people ( the bride bought her dress the week before the wedding, the groom works abroad!) They were thrilled and delighted with everything.

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Plan, but also Enjoy.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

An artist who did 5 minute profile portraits of the guests, cut from paper.

Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.

Unique, intimate, fascinating, warm, friendly

Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?

In the Museum

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?

Dame Ellen MacArthur- round the world yachtswoman and founder of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation

What’s your favourite canapé?

sushi

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

kedgeree

What is your venue's most unique feature?

The paintings and exhibits

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Events and parties held in the Museum

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