Weddings in The Hawkesbury

Destination weddings remain trendy, and rural settings offer a picture-perfect backdrop of rolling hills for the memorable day.

An old church, barn or formal gardens, such as Mount Tomah, offers lots of visual appeal. A houseboat, a beautiful park, even the big Wisemans Ferry - though the celebrant must speak quickly - make for an unusual but beautiful setting. Combine this natural serenity with wonderful venues and excellent services, and it is easy to understand why so many couples choose the Hawkesbury as that special place to marry or unite in a commitment ceremony.

Ceremonies seem to take place in every season, but autumn is a favourite. There is much planning and organisation required to ensure a special day, and you'll need trusted resources. So we've put together a list of businesses that specialise in wedding events. They will ensure the event is as beautiful and serene as the setting.

The Australis Retreat at Wisemans

Wisemans Ferry RetreatAddress: 5564 Old Northern Road, Wisemans Ferry
Phone: 02 4566 4422

A wedding at the Retreat is one of the most romantic in all the Hawkesbury and there are several locations to choose from on the grounds.

The Retreat's Wedding Garden is only steps away from the Hawkesbury River. Here a fairytale marquee sits amidst trees and manicured lawns. The view beyond the river looks out to dramatic sandstone escarpments, a gleaming gold reflection in the late afternoon. This stunning setting with nature as its backdrop accommodates up to 150 guests.

For a more intimate and informal setting, the beautifully landscaped gardens under the shade of immense palm trees accommodate 60 guests.

In the cooler seasons, an indoor wedding in the elegant country restaurant, Riverbend, is perfect for up to 100 guests. Riverbend overlooks the gardens and the golf course - a lush green surrounding your wedding setting while you celebrate in comfort.

Regardless of your choice, the Retreat offers all the services you will need to make the event memorable and romantic.

Wisemans ferry wedding venue

Mount Tomah Botanic Garden

Mount Tomah Garden WeddingAddress: Bells Line of Road
Phone: 02 4567 2154

And outdoor wedding is a very special affair and Mount Tomah is a very special place.

Could there be a more magnificent and extraordinary environment for a wedding ceremony? The gardens are enchanting - a fairyland really - for a wedding in any season. Spring flowers in bloom or trees in their miraculous autumn colours provide a vibrant backdrop. And in summer, the garden is still quite green and temperatures mild - your guests won't swelter or scorch in the "cool climate" gardens.

Garden Weddning at Mount Tomah Botanic Garden

The diversity throughout the gardens give us so many options - the formal garden is very European with benches, flowered arches orderly boxwoods and manicured lawns. The Northern Pavilion is a stunning site looking out to the Blue Mountains and above the heather garden. A waterfall, manicured grassy lawns or a rock garden - overlooking the conifers and the Blue Mountains beyond - all are romantic settings. The venue choices are dizzying.

Restaurant Tomah caters receptions in its large indoor setting and on the terrace - seating for 140. Functions may be held in the restaurant or under a marquee within the garden itself.
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