Hamilton NZ Wedding Locations
Wedding Reception and Ceremony Venues In New Zealand
The Waikato is a beautiful place to get married in New Zealand! These locations offer a range of prices, services and atmospheres.
Woodlands Homestead
The Waikato's most famous old homestead, Woodlands is full of beautiful photo opportunities with its old-fashioned staircases, giant NZ native trees, Monet-style bridges and hydrangea walks. A function centre and on-site caterers can accommodate fairly large receptions.
Taitua Arboretum
A rural, private and lovely spot ten minutes out of Hamilton. The Arboretum is best suited for smaller outdoor weddings, as there are no large open spaces; however, there are several picturesque spots along the walk including two pergolas overlooking small ponds. The walks are covered with daffodils in spring, fairy toadstools in autumn and chickens all year round. Be aware that toilet facilities are limited.
Hamilton Gardens
A highly popular location for wedding ceremonies, photos and receptions, the Gardens has a wide range of exotic and beautiful locations. The Pavilion is available for hire for the reception; smaller receptions may be held at Turtle Lake Cafe. Due to the Gardens' immense popularity, booking ahead is essential. The Gardens themselves are public and cannot be closed off for photos or ceremonies.
Monavale Homestead
The Capernwray Bible College, built around the historic Monavale Homestead, boasts beautiful rose gardens, lawns and indoor-outdoor flow in the reception area. The homestead is available for photographs, honeymoon accommodations and facilities for the bridal party to change. A chapel is available on the premises. Capernwray has its own catering staff and does not serve alcohol.
Gails at Tamahere
Another all-in-one location, Gails features a picturesque old church, beautiful park-like surroundings and a reception area that can seat up to 200 guests. Flowers are everywhere on this location, as the owner also runs a floristry business. Gails has set menus available in a range of pricings.
Cambridge Town Hall
Built in 1909, the Town Hall is a quaint but imposing building which brides can decorate as they choose. Booking early is essential, as the Hall is an in-demand venue for craft fairs. Although the Hall is in the centre of Cambridge, many lovely gardens are within easy walking distance for photographs.
Glengariff
A smaller location suitable for 60-80 guests depending on the reception style; however, marquees may be hired for larger receptions. Glengariff is a pioneer homestead and bed-and-breakfast, which includes a honeymoon suite. Croquet and petanque are available in the premises. Glengariff has its own caterers, who provide individualised menus.
The Olde Creamery
A picturesque, country-style indoor-outdoor cafe which is suitable for small, intimate receptions.
Robinson Sports Museum
It may seem an incongruous choice for a wedding venue, but the Robinson Sports Museum and Gardens offers a variety of different locations. The bride and groom can choose to tie the knot on a pergola on a lake, inside the Boat House, on a faux beach under the ponga trees, in the tennis pavilion, or the facilities' onsite pub or cafe. The Museum offers set or individualised menus.
Mystery Creek Events Centre
A very versatile location, Mystery Creek hosts weddings outdoors, in the turn-of-the-century Heritage Village church, the Bledisloe Hall or a geodesic Dome which seats up to 200 and includes a bar and stage.
