Harrigan's Harrington River Lodge
One of the best beautiful lodges that you will ever find in NSW Mid North Coast is Harrington Water and Harrington River Lodge, located in the heart of Harrington water. It is one of the...
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Pullman Magenta Shores
Pullman Magenta Shores is a fantastic cocktail and ceremony wedding venue located just 90 minutes away from Sydney's city and 25 minutes away from Terriqal. Multi-award-winning Pullman...
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Wandin Estate
Spread over a sprawling 120 acres of sensuous vineyards and natural bushland, the Wandin Estate is located in the picturesque Hunter Valley. The exquisite and spacious function centre can...
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COQUUN
The Riverlink Building in Maitland is home to COQUUN, a chic and contemporary Hunter Valley wedding venue. It features exquisite hardwood accents, floor to ceiling windows, and delectable...
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Seclusions Blue Mountains
Seclusion Blue Mountains is two and a half hours away from Sydney and forty minutes from Katoomba. This venue is a heritage-listed building built on 20 acres of land. Also it is offering...
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Apollo International Hotel
Apollo International Hotel is a stunning hotel located on 290 Pacific Highway, Newcastle, New South Wales. You will drive 35 minutes from the airport. Built-in quite an environment with a...
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Growwild Wildflower Farm
The GrowWild Wildflower Farm Situated in Alpine is about 10 minutes from Mittagong, and an hour drive from Sydney. GrowWild has lots of native flowers and has a laid-back nature which makes...
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Mercure Centro Hotel
Accurately located within the centre of Port Macquarie CBD, this is a wedding venue with in-built elegance. The Mercure Centro Hotel wedding venue offers charming accommodations and...
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Beach House Avalon
Located at Pittwater in New South Wales, Beach House Avalon is one of the most beautiful locations for a relaxed beach wedding. The venue is a 45-minute drive from Sydney CBD. The wedding...
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Lovedale Wedding Chapel & Reception
Lovedale is an apt name for an extraordinary wedding venue set in a boutique vineyard in the Hunter Valley area of Lovedale. With views of the Brokenback and Watagans ranges, it is a...
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Merewether Surfhouse
Merewether Surfhouse’s wedding venue offers a fantastic setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. With a classic function room, this venue offers stunning views and a charming ambience...
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The Boathouse Waterfront Restaurant
For an unrivalled waterfront wedding reception, the Boathouse on the banks of the Brisbane is exceptional. You hear the lapping waters from the veranda as the restaurant is literally on the...
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Willow Tree Estate
One of Hunter Valley's most desirable locations in the Willow Tree Estate. Seven acres of panoramic views over the valley, out onto vineyards and Barrington and Brokenback Ranges. Only 40...
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Norah Head Lighthouse
A classic wedding venue on the central coast of New South Wales is the Norah Head lighthouse. Couples are delighted to find such a serene place on Bush street, just around the Pacific Ocean...
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The Old Church Estate
The Old Church Estate at number 10 Tatham Ellangowan Road in Tatham comprises 17 acres of rural landscapes and beautiful lawns and gardens plus a vast church. It is the perfect setup for a...
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Fitzroy Inn Historic House
Fitzroy Inn Historic House is a cocktail and ceremony wedding venue that is located in Peats Ridge of the NSW Central Coast. The 5 acres tranquil garden new and stunning venue is a 1-hour...
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Villa Vivante
Villa Vivante is an ideal wedding venue for couples who desire a unique and memorable wedding ceremony. The wedding venue is located at a hilltop estate where couples get magnificent views....
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L'aqua
If you are among the people who enjoy heights, L’Aqua wedding venue could be the right place for your wedding. The naturally lit ambience of this 5-star festivity and celebration space is...
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The Boathouse Palm Beach
No location can top The Boathouse Palm Beach Sydney as the best beachfront wedding venue. Located near Palm Beach, the hotel looks over to the Pittwater and Broken Bay. This is the best...
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Chapel Ridge Weddings
Hunter Valley has everything that you need for your perfect country wedding. When you have elegance combined with rustic country, it feels like an expansive, beautiful, and artistically...
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Mv Epicure Sydney
The complete modern appeal packed with the graceful exteriors and monochromatic aura, the MV EPICURE Sydney wedding venue is the perfect location for events. The exclusive yacht flows...
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Wallamba Downs Weddings
Wallamba Downs Weddings & Events is a fantastic wedding and event venue in Dargaville's Road, Nabiac, New South Wales. This stunning place is the home of the best rustic and modern wedding...
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Mimosa Wines
Mimosa Wines is a beautiful family-owned winery and restaurant located in Far South Coast NSW. The venue boasts elegant and serene views of Bermagui and Tathra, and it offers stunning...
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Goosewing Cottage
Goosewing Cottage is located in Mount View, New South Wales in the mountains above Pokolbin. It is situated within the region of Hunter Valley wine country. The venue is perfect for couples...
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East Maitland Bowling Club
At a distance only 25 minutes from Newcastle, the East Maitland Bowling club wedding venue is the pleasant location for wedding celebrations in one of the most charming surroundings. It has...
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Bendooley Estate
Bendooley Estate is an elegant wedding venue with a rustic style and is only 1 hour, 25 minutes away from Sydney. The ceremony and reception wedding venue sits on 200 acres and has a garden...
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Burnt Orange
If you are in search of a rustic wedding venue, with a serene and calm surrounding, the Burnt Orange wedding venue awaits your presence. Tucked in Sydney’s lower North Shore, Burnt Orange...
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The Entrance Lake House
Regarded as the best informal regional restaurant in New South Wales by the hospitality industry and popular for its panoramic views over Tuggerah Lake, The Entrance Lake House has...
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Ooralba Estate
Ooralba Estate is an architectural work of art with an array of exclusive locations to host your wedding. The progressing gardens and natural landscape provide a sense of connection. You...
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Kittyhawk
They're so excited you’re considering Kittyhawk for your special day. Here’s a little bit about them… Kittyhawk is a cocktail bar and French restaurant focused on delivering the most...
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Fins at Plantation House
Fins at Plantation House is the unique all-in-one wedding destination on the Tweed Coast. It is an exotic fruit plantation of 65 hectares offering magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean to...
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Rowers on Cooks River
The lovely waterfront view of Wolli Creek makes this unique wedding venue, even more special. Comprising a fantastic restaurant, Rowers on Cooks River wedding venue offers a lot more than...
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Hunter Valley Gardens
Hunter Valley Gardens wedding venue is a beautiful natural retreat, spoiling couples by offering them options to choose from, for their wedding. Hunter Valley weddings boast of elegance and...
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Miramare Gardens
Spread across 4 acres of meticulously maintained gardens in the middle of the pictorial northern Sydney, Miramare Gardens are located in the wonderfully scenic and quaint suburb of Terrey...
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Shelly Beach Golf Club
Located near Thelma Laird Lookout, Shelly Beach Golf Club is one of the best venues for you if you like beachside weddings and, of course, golfing! Looking over the vast Tasman Sea, the...
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Nelson Bay Golf Club
Nelson Bay Golf Club is situated at Nelson Bay Golf Club - 57 Dowling St, Nelson Bay, New South Wales, Australia. This course is filled with an abundance of flora and animals, including...
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Waldara Farm
Waldara Farm is situated less than three hours from Sydney CBD. It was established in 2008 and set on 800 acres of lush pastures. This venue is a working farm that offers a flexible country...
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Hyatt Regency Sydney
The Hyatt Regency Sydney is a beautiful luxury wedding venue comprising large waterfront ballrooms and facilitating mesmerising scenic views of the Darling Harbour. The rooms and service...
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Australian National Maritime Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum wedding venue is one of the most classic venues with stunning views from the Darling Harbour. The gorgeous skyline, along with delightful services, makes...
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Le Montage by Navarra Venues
Le Montage wedding venue is one of the most desirable spots in Australia. The venue is equipped with elegant wedding reception spaces and a staff offering incredible services for different...
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Add your VendorWhat are the popular wedding styles in NSW?
Any wedding style that comes to mind can be brought to life thanks to the many wedding venues in NSW that are available. All you have to think about is what elements speak to you as a couple and start searching for the ideal wedding location in NSW. Let’s take a look at what most couples choose for their big day!
Rustic Wedding NSW
String lights, lace, twine, mason jars, and wood elements contribute to this theme's casual and cosy feel. You can apply this style to one of the beautiful rustic wedding venues in NSW, such as farm wedding venues, wedding estates, vineyards, wineries and outside beneath a marquee or tree. The most popular wedding location in NSW for rustic-themed weddings is Hunter Valley. There are more than 120 wineries, gourmet restaurants, spa retreats, and vineyards here. We recommend checking wedding venues in Hunter Valley if you plan to have a laid-back wedding in the country.
Beach Wedding NSW
There's no wonder why beach celebrations are so popular in NSW due to the many spectacular coastal cities. If you want to tie the knot by the deep blue water, take a look at wedding venues in South Coast, Newcastle and Central Coast. We promise you won't be disappointed by the beauty of the ocean views while the sun sets slowly. The majority of beach weddings include a ceremony at a beach wedding venue and a reception at a nearby location. This nearby location may be one of the waterfront wedding venues, such as restaurants or banquet rooms.
Country Wedding NSW
As the name states, a country wedding takes place in the countryside and is generally themed to match the surroundings. There are many rural wedding locations in Northern NSW where you can have a beautiful laid back celebration. Orange region is one of the most popular locations where you can find plenty of country wedding venues such as barns, sheds or homesteads.You can also check the pretty towns of Sydney. One of the wedding venues in Camden and Windsor might be the one you're looking for! Also, you can consider the Blue Mountains and Tamworth for an unforgettable country experience.
Garden or Outdoor Wedding NSW
With stunning national parks, camping areas, mountain trails and views, New South Wales is probably one of the best locations for an alfresco celebration. Would you want to have an unconventional celebration at a garden venue, a forest wedding in a woodland setting, or a small and affordable wedding with your beloved on private property? For unique wedding venues, you can consider the beautiful rural town Berry, which is famous for its stunning gardens and trees. Richmond also offers fantastic outdoor wedding venues, such as magnificent parks and trails.
What is the best time of year for a wedding in NSW?
New South Wales has a subtropical climate all year, with warm semi-tropical summers, especially in the lower central areas, and mild winters. Most weddings take place in early fall and spring in NSW. In springtime, the outdoors comes alive with balmy weather and lush greenery. It's a perfect time for a beach and garden wedding. In the autumnal season, from March to May, the weather is pleasant and gentle. This is the perfect time for a rustic wedding in the country. Can you think of a better backdrop than the leaves changing their colour? However, rainfall is also more common during this season, so you should have a rain backup plan if you're considering having a garden wedding.
How much is a wedding venue in NSW?
It's hard to give an exact amount on the prices of wedding venues in NSW since several factors affect it. The first one is the season you plan to have your wedding. In peak seasons, wedding venues are pricier due to the high demand. If you get married in off-peak seasons, such as winter, you can find relatively cheap and affordable wedding venues. The second factor is the number of your guests. By having a small wedding, you can find more venues to hold your celebration at affordable rates, from restaurants to art galleries. You can also consider BYO wedding venues to cut more on the expenses.
The third factor is the services you want to include on your wedding day. As you can build your most special day from scratch by visiting various vendors one by one to your liking, you can also check wedding packages provided by the venue. We recommend going with all-inclusive packages since they often include everything you could possibly need, from wedding photographers and cake cutting to flowers and catering.
Are there any major events in NSW that we should consider when planning our wedding?
From the legendary Tamworth Country Music Festival to gourmet festivals in the wine regions, New South Wales provides a magnificent selection of events throughout the year. Splashy Mardi Gras in Sydney, Wine Festival on the Central Coast, Oktoberfest in Hunter Valley and Yours and Owls Festival in Wollongong are just a few of many. Tourism mostly swells in June, January, and September in New South Wales. So, if you’ll have many wedding guests travelling to the region that’ll need hotel bookings and transportation during your wedding weekend, we recommend checking the local calendar and consulting your NSW wedding venue before selecting your wedding date.
How far in advance should you plan a wedding in NSW?
Every couple and every wedding is totally unique. Some couples plan their wedding in nearly 1.5 years, while some do it in less than four months. However, experts recommend starting the process at least one year ahead since there are some guidelines that need to be followed. You should start by determining your overall budget and come up with a guest list. Then set the time and date. By doing that, you won't lose any precious time of yours and find the best wedding venue in NSW.
After that, if you desire, book a wedding planner. Then, you should hire vendors for your various needs, from wedding catering to flowers and photography, if you don't consider choosing a readily available wedding package provided by the venue. In the meantime, find your outfits, attend dress fittings and send your invitations. If you plan to have a honeymoon abroad, take care of visas and flight tickets. Finalize all the details, and you're good to go!
What questions should I ask when looking for a wedding venue in NSW?
When you've found one or two NSW wedding venues that you like, make sure you ask the necessary questions to make sure it's the appropriate fit. First, go over the essentials. Verify that the location is available on your selected wedding date and that it can accommodate your guests. After that, ask about wedding packages. If you already have providers in mind, like a photographer or a caterer, check with the venue to see if they are allowed. (Some venues insist that you use their employees or select from a contracted vendor list.)
Other things to think about are whether or not there will be another event in the venue on the same day or during your event and how early you can get there. Is there a payment plan in place, and when is the first payment due? You and your partner will be in a better position to assess if this is the correct venue for you once you've got answers to these questions.
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