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Young couple smile at the camera. The woman has long dark hair, wears a flower crown, and an off-white dress. She holds a young girl wearing a flower crown. The man has dark hair and a dark beard and wears a grey suit. His arm is around the shoulders of a young boy wearing a waistcoat and glasses.

"The only words I can say for my wedding at the Dylan Thomas Boathouse are magical, wonderful and memorable. The museum staff and volunteers treated my husband and me as if we were family, the setting was beyond beautiful, rain or sunshine, and I honestly could not recommend them enough"

Megan, June 2025

CofGâr offers five of the most beautiful, charming, and historic venues in all of Sir Gâr and Cymru. 

Whether you’re planning a wedding, conference, or private celebration, the museums in our care will give you the perfect blend of warmth, individuality, and sense of place to make your experience unique and unforgettable.

With a selection of historic and contemporary spaces, we’re here to help you craft memories that are as magical as they are meaningful.

Let’s make history together at CofGâr, where your event becomes part of our story.

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What we offer

We can cater all sorts of functions at our venues, here's some ideas

Young people put their noses together with closed eyes inside Dylan's Writing Shed. Both are dressed smartly for a wedding

Wedding and Celebration Hire

Say “I do” in one of CofGâr’s enchanting venues, where history and romance come together to create a truly unforgettable setting.

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Two older men in blue suits stand and talk in a room with a large, light window behind them.

Corporate Hire

Step away from the ordinary and inspire your team or clients with a corporate event at CofGâr.

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Five people sat around a table. Three people at the back look towards the camera. Papers and drinks scattered on the table.

Private Hire

Whether it’s a sophisticated dinner, a lively drinks reception, or even a birthday party, CofGâr’s unique venues offer an inspiring setting for your next event.

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Group of people stand together facing the camera. Two pull up banners are behind them, as well as large, closed red curtains.

Community Group Hire

Discover the perfect venue for your community group gatherings with CofGâr.

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Wall with two, dark wood doors is filled with paintings

Exhibition Gallery Hire

CofGâr museums offer inspiring spaces for artists, organisations, and community groups to showcase their work in unique and historic settings.

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A woman with short blonde hair turns to face the camera with her right hand resting on the chest of a younger and taller man behind her. A gold cape rests in the foreground

Filming and Photography Hire

Capture the perfect shot or create unforgettable scenes with CofGâr’s unique and inspiring venues. From historic charm to modern elegance, our locations provide breathtaking backdrops for all your filming and photography needs.

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Spaces for hire

Historic library and study room with floor-to-ceiling dark wood bookcases filled with books and reference materials. A long polished wooden table occupies the centre of the room, surrounded by carved wooden chairs upholstered in burgundy fabric.

Bishop's Library

Stimulate the mind in the Arts and Crafts style Bishop's Library at Carmarthenshire Museum.

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Function Room

Function Room

Modern, sustainable, and versatile by design at the Museum of Land Speed.

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A man stands in front of several seated people. In the background, paintings hang on a wall, three sets of elegant red curtains are closed, and a pull-up banner stands in front of one set.

James Buckley Gallery

Surround yourself with the fine art and sophistication in the James Buckley Gallery at Parc Howard Museum.

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Speaker giving a presentation in a museum gallery beside a lectern and display screen.

Bishop's Dining Room

Combining historic charm and contemporary elegance at Carmarthenshire Museum.

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Small art gallery exhibition space displaying a selection of framed landscape paintings and prints mounted on pale-coloured walls. The artworks are arranged around the room and illuminated by ceiling-mounted spotlights, with interpretive panels providing information about the exhibition.

Exhibition Gallery

An intimate space at the heart of Parc Howard Museum.

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Group of men stand around a table filled with food and a tea urn.

Entrance Hall

Enjoy Victorian splendour in the Entrance Hall at Parc Howard Museum.

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Museums for Hire

A two-storey white cottage sits on a cliff overlooking a river with a sloping garden in front.

Hire the Dylan Thomas Boathouse

Rustic charm, literary inspiration, and breathtaking scenery.

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Modern building with a large two-storey window faces towards the camera. The roof of the building slants down and away from the camera. Building appears to be overlooking a beach

Museum of Land Speed

Modern sophistication with a rich history of motoring excellence.

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A bath stone two-storey mansion with tower from the side. Leaves scatter the grass in the foreground. A lamp post stands between the grass and the building.

Hire Parc Howard Museum

Victorian elegance, warm hospitality and modern comfort.

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