Venues

We go to all the best parties, so we know all the best venues too!

Bramble Grove

19 Old North Road, Kaiapoi

Bramble Grove is a lovely relaxed garden venue, with a unique romantic garden pavilion for 120 people, in the river town of Kaiapoi. It provides various beautiful sheltered backdrops for your wedding ceremony and includes the support of a highly experienced wedding co-ordinator. Bramble Grove is fully BYO for food and drinks.

This is your day…we are here to help you achieve that – stress free!

Rosemount Park Estate

304 Whites Road, Ohoka, Canterbury

Rosemount’s unique private nine acre garden estate is available exclusively for your special day. An all-weather, all-year-round beautiful marquee includes loan of tables, decorations and equipment under the guidance of your own wedding co-ordinator who will ensure your every need is taken care of. A quality and mouth-watering selection of catering menus is available from Spitroast.com and there are also BYO options. A bridal suite and a vintage car is available for the bride’s arrival and photo opportunities, and beautiful horse drawn carriages are available to add an extra dimension of grace to your special day.

Darjon Vineyard & Wedding Venue

454 North Eyre Rd, Swannanoa 7476, Canterbury

Based on the successful business model of Rosemount Weddings, Robin and Meris now offer you this unique wedding venue or conference experience immersed in an intimate garden setting surrounded by eight acres of vines. We have gained a reputation for excellence in presentation and passion for what we do. A fully licensed restaurant and bar, BYO option, we can organise your music and catering options, and ensure your day is both very special and one to remember!

Mt Vernon Lodge, Akaroa

33 Purple Peak Road, Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

Experience Mt Vernon Estate for your wedding, conference or function with sweeping lawns and stunning views over Akaroa Harbour it truly offers the perfect setting for your special occasion. There is a vast array of accommodation options for singles, romantic stays and large groups, and with an abundant choice of catering options you will be spoilt for choice. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and making sure you and your guests have a memorable time.

North New Brighton War Memorial Hall and Community Centre

88 Marine Parade, New Brighton, Christchurch

This is the perfect venue for both small and large groups with the centre acting as a multi-use facility available for community activities and private social functions. The centre is very contemporary and has a stunning vista overlooking the beach. Upstairs is a large area with a modern commercial kitchen and a balcony that leads to the beach. Downstairs is a room suitable for smaller meetings or art & craft activities.

BYO is available.

Rossburn Receptions at Northbrook Museum

Rossburn, Spark Lane, Rangiora 7400

Dawn and Richard Spark extend a warm welcome to the Reception Centre, Chapel and Museum on the family farm in Rangiora. Rossburn is the perfect North Canterbury venue for your wedding, birthday, dance, family celebration, reunion, anniversary, seminar or conference. If you are planning on an occasion we welcome all enquiries and inspections.

SIGN OF THE TAKAHE, CHRISTCHURCH

A memorable event begins with a memorable location and the Takahe is a special venue.  This enchanting building sets the perfect scene for a unique event. You’ll definitely be stimulating people’s imagination! The Sign of the Takahe is now one of Christchurch’s most sought-after group and function event spaces, with its distinct charm, the venue can be transformed to hold your most iconic parties or intimate enough to give your guests a group gathering to remember.

Our amazing upstairs grand space is the perfect setting with party space options to host 150+ Guests (250+  outside) we will endeavour to make your booking and catering selections as easy as possible.

OMARINO ESTATE WEDDINGS & EVENTS

Omarino Estate Weddings & Events is a wedding and functions venue, located within the beautiful and award-winning vineyard, Omarino Wine Park. This substantial venue is centrally located in in Harewood, Christchurch with easy access to the nearby motorways and the Airport. The large and modern function venue is set amongst twenty acres of lush grape vines and mature gardens, and is ideal for many different events.

WAIPUNA ESTATE, Tai Tapu

Set in beautiful gardens and native bush, nestled into the hills above Tai Tapu, Waipuna Estate is the ultimate wedding venue, providing a romantic setting for your ceremony and reception and even accommodation before and after your wedding.

LACEBARK, Kaiapoi

Enjoy the stunning wedding venue and function centre set in a beautiful country garden setting.  The newly renovated, modern and luxurious barn is the perfect venue for a wedding, conference or special event. Marion and Lindsay Pulley warmly invite you to share in the magic they have created at their Ohoka home in North Canterbury, New Zealand.

BANGOR FARM & DEER SHED

Situated on the outskirts of Darfield, Christchurch and once part of Bangor Estate, Bangor Farm is a spectacular setting featuring 50 acres of park with 160 year old Oak Trees, Red woods and Ponds. An Avenue of old English Oaks with views to Mt Hutt and Mt Torlesse complete the setting.

Bangor farm is all about family and friends coming together celebrating and relaxing, walking through the oak forests, ambling through The Park, around the ponds or just sitting under the veranda enjoy the moment. The stunning and unique location of Bangor Farm is perfect for functions small or large with a capacity of 300 persons.

We are here to help make your special day at Bangor Farm a truly amazing experience, from Weddings, Corporate Events, Team Building, Product Launches, Conferences and anything in between.

AMURI ESTATE, Hanmer

Your ceremony may be held onsite as we have covered all weather conditions, each boasting amazing views. We offer a beautiful grassed ceremony area with an archway framing the view, surrounded by gardens and a bank of grandstand seating. We have an idyllic winter/wet weather room with a large window that looks out to the vast mountain range and perfectly shapes the view. It is a special location for winter weddings, warmed by the under-floor heating, which will provide the perfect atmosphere. A newly built, modern, barn-style building will host the perfect reception. Polished concrete floors, light plywood walls and 16 metres of glass doors shaping the views all create the ideal setting to continue the celebrations.

TIPAPA ESTATE

Luxury Accommodation & Intimate Events in Greta Valley – North Canterbury

Cradled in the rolling hills of North Canterbury is Tipapa Estate, an oasis of privacy surrounded by its own land and parklike grounds, just over an hours’ drive from Christchurch or a 3 hour drive south of the Picton ferry terminalGetting married at Tipapa Estate is a unique and special experience. Our venue offers an idyllic rustic yet elegant location and extensive gardens with different options for your wedding.Tipapa Estate offers several spaces, indoors and outdoors, surrounded by nature for your next private function or corporate event.

OKUTI GARDENS

Are you looking for somewhere to hold a workshop or retreat? Or a venue for a gathering or celebration, or just a weekend away with a group of friends? Do you want a beautiful, peaceful environment with a relaxed, low-key atmosphere? If you want somewhere within easy reach of Christchurch, and you don’t want to pay the Earth for it, then Okuti Garden might be just what you’re looking for. We have a flexible approach to how the garden is used. The earth brick studio and yurts can be used for workshops or as gathering spaces and various other parts of the garden can be used in different ways.

ORTON BRADLEY PARK

From a small intimate event with your nearest and dearest to a celebration in grand fashion for up to 200 guests, the Park has a long tradition in making your special day a day to remember. Beautiful gardens, open spaces and country charm set the background only 30 minutes from the city. Whether you prefer a heritage building with kauri panelling or a luxurious marquee with sweeping views, several sites are available within the Park providing you with the flexibility to allow your dreams to come true. With historic buildings, flower filled gardens, tree lined walks, a golf course and an adventure playground, there are many options for all interests.

NORTH NEW BRIGHTON COMMUNITY CENTRE

The North New Brighton War Memorial Hall and Community Centre is a multi-use facility available for community activities and private social functions. This centre is modern and overlooks the beach.

THE OLD STONE HOUSE CRACROFT, CHRISTCHURC

The Old Stone House, nestled at the foot of the Cashmere Hills, is a unique Christchurch landmark. Fully restored and reopened on 7 February 2018 after earthquake strengthening and major repairs, the building is once again available for hire for weddings and other events as well as for community use.

This historic venue will add elegance to your wedding or function with ambience and a touch of class. With total freedom to select your own caterer and beverage supplier, you have complete control of your day, your way.

WEST EYRETON HALL

The West Eyreton Hall has an attractive garden setting and is located in a semi-rural area of the Canterbury Plains. It is a similar distance from Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Oxford; and only 5 km from Cust. The timber walls and flooring are character features of the mid-sized hall interior, and are complemented by a spacious fully-equipped kitchen and optional supper room.