Birchwood is one acre of carefully designed gardens for your Ceremony and/or Informal Garden Wedding Reception. Expanses of lawns, covered areas, rock and sculpture features, ample shade and lush garden beds create an environment which will frame your wedding to perfection. We can supply details of local services, marquee hire and catering for you to create your Ceremony and Reception from our “Blank Canvas”.

Call Julie on 04990 85800 and arrange your visit. Please leave a message so we can get back to you. Alternatively, drop us an email. juliecampbellcecil@gmail.com

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Wedding Ceremony in Garden

Prices:

  • Numbers 31 to 120 - $700

  • Numbers less than 30 - $400

  • Numbers less than 10 (Elopement) - $250

    Key Features of your wedding ceremony at birchwood

  • The lawn areas have generous afternoon shade. Choose your own setting from several locations around the garden. You will have exclusive access to the whole garden for the day.

  • Set up time for the Ceremony includes the previous afternoon. We also request that you (or your friends and family) conclude the “Pack down” the day after the Wedding.

  • A portable wooden “Wedding Arch” is available for your use.

  • Bridal Suite: Bride's Room with ensuite for 3 hours before the ceremony and the duration of the day’s Event. There are two additional bedrooms and a bathroom for your partner. The two additional bedrooms are isolated from the “Bride’s Room” to enhance each others’ “Reveal”. All of these rooms are yours till you leave!

  • We have up to 40 x matched chairs for your guests plus additional bench seats

  • Indoor bathroom and toilet available for bridal party and special needs guests. Outdoor toilet for all other guests.

  • Outside Power input for your sound system.

  • Cool water and glasses for your guests before and after the ceremony.

  • Our shaded lawns provide respite from the Summer sun. however If rain threatens and your numbers are greater than 40, we recommend hiring a 9 metre X 6 metre Marquee for your additional cost. Birchwood can supply Marquee suppliers names. Our covered areas are described below.

  • If your group does not exceed 45 we have found that our two covered areas, plus verandah provide shelter from severe weather. We have a double carport adjoining generous verandah space. There is also 65 square metres of covered outdoor entertaining area adjoining a verandah at the other end of the house. There is a long verandah connecting the two covered areas.

  • Our country lane and/or neighbouring paddocks provide the “Rural backdrop” for your images.

    Wedding Ceremony “Extras”.

    Choose from these options or request an extra touch that we can provide.

    1) pamper your guests at birchwood before they travel on to your reception.

  • We are happy to prepare Afternoon Tea which can include home made cordial, tea and coffee with your choice of cupcakes, sandwiches and/or delicious slice. Prices depending on your choices.

  • Alternatively, you may supply the cakes and slices yourself. Birchwood will provide full service, fine china, linen, Tea / Coffee (instant), supply and set up of tables and chairs in either one of the two covered spaces or the garden. $5 p.p (capped at $350)

  • Choosing to have your Reception at Birchwood? If you choose to have a picture perfect Luncheon or afternoon/evening Reception at Birchwood, we suggest your caterer may be best placed to provide the nibbles /afternoon tea of your choice.

    2) You are welcome to book in for a longer period of time before the Ceremony.

    Bring out your beauty team and attendants and take over our Master Bedroom Suite.

    There is no additional charge for this extended time in preparation. This suite includes a living room and direct (concealed) access to the garden. Just let us know in advance so we can vacate this area of the house that bit earlier.

    Your Wedding Reception at Birchwood

    Prices

  • $800

  • Numbers less than 30 - $450

  • Numbers less than 12 - $250

  • Picture a delightful Morning or Afternoon al fresco picnic for your Reception, a sumptuous High Tea or a relaxing informal buffet Dinner Reception. Tables and chairs arranged on shaded lawns with a “pop up” bar in our roofed area with local caterers providing fine cuisine and your choice of wines. In heatwaves of more than 35 Deg F. or inclement weather, a marquee may be helpful. We have an ideal space to position a 9m X 6 m. Marquee .

  • For your Informal Reception we strongly recommend “The Elements Catering and Cakes” as it specialises in outdoor functions and operates independently of our own kitchen. Gold Hammer Catering have also catered here successfully. Caterers use our carport and family carparking spaces.

  • Visit us and see our covered spaces, archways, shaded lawns and location options.

GARDEN ZONES OF INTEREST TO WEDDING PLANNERS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS

  • Avenue with Gazebo draped with white wisteria

  • Australian Native plants area bordered by a dry creek bed that winds across the North-East end of the block.

  • Formal sweeping lawns bordered by flower beds, shrubs, roses, archways and sculptures.

  • Decorative fountain in the garden area.

  • Limestone platform with spacious lawn shaded by stately silver birch trees

  • country lane