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Hunter Valley Weddings

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Create your dream wedding at our premier Hunter Valley reception venue overlooking The Convent Estate

 

The picturesque Hunter Valley is the perfect setting for your special day. The Covent and Circa 1876 is renowned for its sweeping views of the estate and features elegant and contemporary accommodation rooms. It is the combination of location, architecture and ambience that makes The Convent the most magical place in the Hunter.

Get married under the weeping willow next to the lake. Have an elegant reception in restaurant Eighty-Eight for up to 60 guests, Circa 1876 for up to 140 guests, or an intimate celebration for up to 40 guests in the Chapel or Wisteria Garden.

The historic Convent is the ultimate leave-your-cares-behind-you destination where everyone can relax and enjoy themselves. Originally built in 1909 and transported to Pokolbin in 1990, The Convent was once home to the Brigidine Order of nuns in Coonamble, central NSW.

Your dedicated Wedding Coordinator will offer you assistance, advice and support from start to finish. As your single point of contact throughout the entire process, they will help you design the perfect package to meet your vision and reflect your individuality. They will pay careful attention to every detail so you can enjoy your special day with complete peace of mind.

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  • Exquisite venues for small and large weddings in the Hunter Valley

    Celebrate your love with family and friends in a truly beautiful setting in Wine Country. The Convent offers a spectacular wedding venue set among the picturesque Hunter Valley. Enjoy sweeping views of the Estate and escarpment along with the superbly manicured gardens within the hotel.

    With our intimate reception venue we offer the versatility to cater for any style of wedding. With elegant décor, state of the art facilities and seamless service, you are guaranteed to truly unforgettable experience when you choose any of our spectacular onsite wedding venues.

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  • Ceremony

    There are many special locations across our Estate to hold your ceremony including the Circa 1876 Gardens, Chapel, Wisteria Garden and Convent Fountain. Each has its own unique atmosphere and mood, catering for all wedding visions and styles. 

    Circa 1876 Garden ceremonies include twelve white pews, with white Tiffany chairs available for the Convent Fountain, Wisteria Garden and The Chapel. Each venue is complete with a signing table and two chairs along with use of the hotel grounds for photography and an alternate wet weather back up option.

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  • Reception Venues

    The Convent is the epitome of luxury and perfect for the finest destination wedding in the Hunter Valley. With three separate locations to choose from across the Estate, impeccable service, and our innate ability to understand your vision, we will work with you to create a unique celebration for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

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  • Circa 1876

    A short stroll down the tree-lined driveway is Circa 1876, the Hunter Valley’s most iconic restaurant, located in a historic cottage on the picturesque grounds of Roscrea Estate. Circa 1876 has a strong focus on the “farm to fork” ethos using organic produce that is ethical and sustainable with the vast majority of produce sourced from the Estate’s nearby organic kitchen garden and chicken coop.

    Circa 1876 is an ideal venue for private intimate weddings through to weddings up to 150 guests or 170 guests for a cocktail style event. Boasting chandeliers, large wooden beams, and rustic décor along with the original cottage, this space is magnificent to either keep as its original form or to be styled without limitations. 

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  • The Chapel

    Picture perfect for true romantics, The Chapel is ideal for a small, intimate wedding. Originally built in 1888, this Welsh Baptist Chapel has been lovingly restored. Although not consecrated it is an ideal setting for private wedding receptions and cocktail functions up to 40 guests. 

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  • Restaurant Eighty-Eight

    Restaurant Eighty-Eight is located inside the iconic Convent. The restaurant name is taken from the street address of Convent and as it is such an auspicious number it has been melded firmly into the title. Double eights symbolize infinite prosperity and happy relationships which bodes well for a restaurant set in the heart of a hotel that is the scene for so many marriage proposals and nuptials. Restaurant Eighty Eight offers French doors that open up into our Wisteria Courtyard and is an ideal venue for private intimate weddings with up to 40 guests or 60 guests for a cocktail-style event.

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  • Wedding Packages

    Bring a touch of the Hunter Valley to your ceremony with our wedding receptions and wedding packages

     

    The Convent offers the perfect venue for a Hunter Valley wedding reception and wedding packages plus a dedicated Convent Wedding Coordinator to help you bring your wedding vision to life. We can create both traditional and modern weddings and have a range of upgrades and optional extras should you wish to add some additional special touches to your day.

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  •  All our Reception Packages include the following:

    • Our Wedding Coordinator to assist in the planning of your special day
    • Complimentary access to the venue prior to the reception for the setup of any additional decorations
    • Professional wait staff
    • Printed menus for each table
    • Room hire for the duration of your reception
    • Cake table and cake knife
    • Bridal table and gift table
    • Tea and coffee station
    • Cordless microphone and lectern for speeches
    • Base setup of tables and chairs 
    • White table linen and napkins, cutlery, crockery, glassware
    • Complimentary use of our gardens for wedding photos
    • Fully licensed bar and full table service
    • Your wedding cake cut by our chefs and served on platters
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  • Alfresco Package

    Available for Dinner (Monday to Saturday) and Lunch (Friday to Sunday)
    Minimum 25 guests, excluding children

    ALL STANDARD INCLUSIONS PLUS:

    • Three-course seasonal menu served alternatively

    • Beverages served on consumption

    • Venue exclusivity fee will apply

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  • Emerald Package

    Available for Lunch (Monday to Thursday)
    Minimum 50 guests, excluding children


    ALL STANDARD INCLUSIONS PLUS:

    • Three-course seasonal menu served alternatively

    • Three-hour standard beverage package

    • Complimentary three-course lunch/dinner with wine tasting for two guests from our wedding menu

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  • Sapphire Package

    Available for Dinner (Monday to Thursday)
    Minimum 60 guests, excluding children

    ALL STANDARD INCLUSIONS PLUS:

    • Three-course seasonal menu served alternatively

    • Four-hour standard beverage package

    • Complimentary three-course lunch/dinner with wine tasting for two guests from our wedding menu

    • Venue exclusivity fee will apply

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  • Diamond Package

    Available for Lunch or Dinner (Friday to Sunday)
    Minimum 80 guests, excluding children

    ALL STANDARD INCLUSIONS PLUS:

    • Three-course seasonal menu served alternatively

    • Five-hour standard beverage package

    • Complimentary three-course lunch/dinner with wine tasting for two guests from our wedding menu

    • Venue exclusivity fee will apply

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With a reputation for exceptional event planning, The Convent is committed to elevating your wedding celebration to new heights of extraordinary.

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  • Food And Beverage

    When you think about the cuisine to be served at your wedding, what do you imagine? Is it waiters offering impeccable service or is it a casual reception with guests nibbling on canapés while you and your partner mingle amongst them? The Convent offers a variety of menu options to suit your wedding style.

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  • Accommodation

    With a wide range of room types available to suit couples, families, and solo travelers, your wedding guests will enjoy complete comfort and premium amenities during their stay with access to all the hotel’s leisure facilities – making it the perfect venue for your guests to relax and recharge after the nights celebrations at The Convent Hunter Valley.

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