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A fairytale wedding in the Mudgee Region. Tucked behind the Blue Mountains and just a 3.5 hour drive from Sydney, the Mudgee Region is easy to find yet has all the ingredients for making a remarkable and truly unique wedding. If you’ve been here already, you’ll know the culinary passion runs deep, with the Mudgee Region now being a household name among Foodies across Australia. It’s from this rich source that the caterers and chefs for your wedding will draw inspiration to delight your guests. The Mudgee Region’s beautiful food is equally matched by the area’s beautiful ambiance. Rolling hills dotted with vineyards and vibrant yellow canola fields are home to picture-perfect historic towns and unique venues that will fulfil every country wedding wish. It’s the perfect place for a classic country wedding but with all the modern comforts and professional services you’d only expect in the city.
Celebration Central. Situated in Central NSW, the Mudgee Region is a convenient, central location both for out-of-town guests coming from further afield, but also for your citydwelling friends who will enjoy a short adventure outside of Sydney. Packed with interesting things to see and do, you’ll find that many guests stay an extra few days and make a short break out of it. This area is home to a rich cultural history with interesting galleries and museums, fabulous golf courses and loads of activities to explore the beautiful countryside.
The Mudgee Region is also an ideal spot to host a hens or bucks party. Get the gang together for a sophisticated high tea, some boutique shopping, or a bicycle or wine-tasting tour. For something more adventurous, head out for a dune buggy ride in the great outdoors. Of course, there are endless opportunities for friends and family to come together over food and drink – from wine and cheese tastings at local vineyards, to city-style café breakfasts in town, to brilliant meals at renowned restaurants. Let us turn the Mudgee Region into ‘celebration central’ for your wedding.
Country hospitality, country value. There is much to like about a wedding out here – rustic charm, unique venues and exquisite food. You will also like the cost, as a wedding in the Mudgee Region is highly competitive and can be onethird of the city price tag.
Untouched. Unforgettable. Yours to Unearth. If the vision for your wedding includes historic venues in naturally beautiful settings, renowned cuisine made with local, farm-fresh produce and creating an extraordinary experience for you, your family and your guests, then have yours in the Mudgee Region. PERFECT PLANS
Experienced wedding professionals who will go the ‘extra mile’ for all your needs (florists, celebrants, decorators, caterers etc). PERFECT PLACES
Home to high quality and unique venues, consider having your event at a historic church, hip new restaurant or candle-lit cellar door on an awardwinning vineyard. PERFECT PRICES
Getting out of the city means better value so you can create your ideal country wedding.
Passionate wedding professionals, at your service. A wedding should be as unique and special as the bride and groom it celebrates. The day will be one you joyfully remember for the rest of your lives so every aspect must be considered and every detail ‘just right’. At your disposal across the Mudgee Region is a host of talented professionals and passionate suppliers who will bring your wedding to life – whether it’s an intimate celebration for just 20 people or a major event for 850 guests. This guide will give you a taste of the types of venues, accommodation, services and resources available for getting married in the Mudgee Region. For a full listing, go to visitcentralnsw.com.au
For more information, call the Mudgee Visitor Information Centre on 1800 816 304.
MARQUEES • DECOR, FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT HIRE • EVENT PLANNING
Domayn Events are the wedding experts. This family owned and operated business also has every aspect of a wedding covered, including competitively priced (and exquisite) bespoke marquees, custom built to suit any occasion, style or budget. Their team of professional event planners and stylists are also available to ensure your big day is everything you dreamed of. Whether it’s an afternoon garden party, a rustic vineyard affair or a marquee on the hilltops, Domayn Events will always go the extra mile to make you feel part of their family. Don’t let your grandest of days be anything less than you imagined. Whether you’re simply looking for a marquee to hire or you need a complete event solution, the Domayn Events team will ensure your day is stress-free from the first meeting to the last goodbye. For unforgettable brilliance, talk to the team at Domayn Events or stop by their Mudgee showroom.
Domayn Events 87 Lions Drive Mudgee NSW Phone: 02 6372 9476
www.domaynevents.com.au info@domaynevents.com.au
FEATURED VENUE
Parklands Resort is the ultimate venue to celebrate your special day. Offering fourstar accommodation, each room at the resort includes access to a wide covered verandah showcasing the property’s exquisitely manicured gardens, water features and sweeping views of the surrounding Mudgee hills. The elegant French provincial bridal suite is the perfect place to dress on your wedding day and spend the first night together as husband and wife. Positioned around a grand driveway flanked by beautiful rose gardens, bountiful weeping willow trees and serene water features, the grounds at Parklands Resort are ideal for wedding ceremonies. The stunning white polished garden gazebo, set alongside the peaceful lagoon, makes for a one-of-a-kind setting in Mudgee while a variety of indoor and outdoor venues can host up to 800 guests. The Parklands Resort team will work with you to develop the perfect wedding package (including catering, venue dressing) and ensure the entire experience is enjoyable and stress-free.
Parklands Resort Mudgee 121 Ulan Road Mudgee NSW Phone: 02 6372 4500
www.parklandsresort.com.au functions@parklandsresort.com.au Photography by Mark Quade
FEATURED VENUE
Set among the vines of the oldest winery in the Mudgee Region, the charm and personality at Wild Oats Pavilion provide just the right space for a picturesque wedding. The styling is always impeccable, the view unbeaten and the team’s event experience is second to none. Imagine selecting the perfect menu with the help of a world-class chef, walking down an aisle lined with vines or being able to enjoy your wedding knowing that absolutely everything was taken care of. Wild Oats can host 130 people for a sit down meal, or 200 can mingle. Either way, your guests will be impressed. At Wild Oats Pavilion, the romance of the region is part of every season.
Wild Oats Pavilion Craigmoor Road Mudgee NSW Phone: 0428 417 364
www.wildoatscafe.com.au wildoatspavilion@orientalhotel.com.au
FEATURED VENUE
Pipeclay Pumphouse at Robert Stein Vineyard and Winery is one of the leading wedding venues in the Mudgee Region. Surrounded by rolling hills, this vineyard escape is picturesque, peaceful and the perfect setting for your special day. At the highest point of the vineyard, above the vines, sits the contemporary and sophisticated restaurant. Owner and Chef Andy Crestani uses homegrown and locally-sourced produce to create beautiful food with a fine touch, served in a relaxed atmosphere. With an experienced team alongside Pipeclay Pumphouse, and with event planner Lara Crestani, you will discover this is the perfect place to lose yourself in the magic of the moment.
Pipeclay Pumphouse Pipeclay Lane Mudgee NSW Phone: 02 6373 3998
www.pipeclaypumphouse.com.au info@pipeclaypumphouse.com.au
FEATURED VENUE
If you’re looking for a truly unique wedding setting that’s sure to impress, then Wellington’s Cathedral Cave is the venue for you. Located 25m underground, the extraordinary main chamber not only provides room to seat up to 100 guests, but the 15m high ‘altar’ formation offers a breathtaking backdrop that won’t be forgotten. Acoustics throughout the cave are simply magnificent and the venue’s friendly staff welcome you to invite singers or musicians to perform as part of your ceremony. Alternatively, pre-recorded wedding music is also delightful. Other rock formations found throughout the cave provide stunning backgrounds for your wedding photos. Wellington Caves is an easy 90 minute drive from Mudgee and makes for a truly memorable wedding venue.
Wellington Caves Caves Road Wellington NSW Phone: 02 6845 2970
www.visitwellington.com.au caves@visitwellington.com.au
The Vinegrove
Jane Endacott, Marriage Celebrant
Phone: 0402 220 839 www.thevinegrove.com.au info@thevinegrove.com.au
Phone: 0404 017 373 www.weddingcelebrantmudgee.com.au jane@weddingcelebrantmudgee.com.au
THE VENUE
Mitchell Events
THE CEREMONY
Essential ingredients for your perfect Mudgee wedding.
THE LOOK
Ultimate Care Skin & Body Centre
Phone: 02 6372 4344 www.ultimatecaremudgee.com.au ultimatecare@bigpond.com
entwinephotography
THE FOOD
Rachael McCarthy Catering
Phone: 0427 791 059 www.rachaelmccarthy.com.au chow@rachaelmccarthy.com.au
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER
What Shan Beasley loves most about being a wedding and portrait photographer is what drew her to photography in the first place: the honour and privilege of being invited into people’s lives to document their happiest, proudest and most joyful moments. It’s pretty special. Shan’s approach to wedding photography is to focus on you, your family and your friends. Her style is unobtrusive and discreet to ensure you enjoy every moment – and she’s there to capture those moments! Getting to know the bride and groom and being a part of their adventure is an essential part of Shan’s style. She works closely with her clients, not just on the day of the wedding, but leading up to it as well. This way, when the day arrives, it’s like seeing good friends taking their next step in life and Shan is able to capture this emotion in her photography.
Bash Photography Mudgee NSW Phone: 0427 495 472
Facebook: Bash Photography bashphotography@bigpond.com
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Cawarra on the Park (circa 1866) is one of Mudgee’s newest, and most elegant, selfcontained guesthouses situated opposite the iconic Lawson Park. It’s the ideal spot for wedding groups, family get-togethers or weekend wine tasters. This Victorian home in the heart of Mudgee has four luxurious king-sized beds complete with beautiful linen. It has been lovingly restored, retaining the charm of a bygone era, yet contains all the features of modern living. Enjoy its secluded quarter acre garden, magnificent old trees and meandering brick pathways – perfect for family photos. With private rear lane access onto Market Street, you’re just a short stroll to Mudgee’s churches, celebrated coffee shops and restaurants.
Cawarra on the Park 29 Short Street Mudgee NSW Phone: 0428 482 198
www.cawarramudgee.com.au bookings@cawarramudgee.com.au
FEATURED ACCOMMODATION
Horizon Mudgee offers the perfect private retreat for wedding parties wanting sophistication and modern luxury in a convenient location, just eight kilometres from Mudgee town. This architecturally designed home, clad in deep cedar, is surrounded by undulating hills upholstered in vineyards and lush river valleys. A dramatic backdrop for wedding photography. The self-contained house is perfect wedding accommodation year-round, featuring four king-size bedrooms, three bathrooms, three living areas, a library, a hilltop infinity pool, two fireplaces and ducted and underfloor heating and cooling. Horizon Mudgee is a sleek, modern hideaway in the hills welcoming discerning wedding parties that appreciate space, privacy and the captivating vastness of the Australian landscape.
Horizon Mudgee 637 Castlereagh Hwy Burrundulla NSW Phone: 02 6373 3623
www.horizonmudgee.com bookings@horizonmudgee.com
UNIQUE WEDDING VENUE & ACCOMMODATION
Take a step back in time to an era of elegance and charm and imagine your special day at this stately 19th Century mansion, complete with its own private chapel.
Photography by Peter Gumbert.
Bishop’s Court Estate is just 90 minutes from Mudgee and offers an intimate, secluded setting amongst gracious parkland gardens. Catering to every occasion, their team will ensure your celebration is uniquely designed, whether it is a wedding, birthday, anniversary, christening or gathering of friends.
Bishop’s Court Estate 226 Seymour Street Bathurst NSW Phone: 02 6332 4447
www.bishopscourtestate.com.au yourstay@bishopscourtestate.com.au BRIDAL EXPO
Don’t miss the opportunity to see over 80 wedding service providers, all under one roof. From photographers to florists, venues to caterers, you will find some of the region’s best wedding specialists at the 2015 Central West Bridal Expos. You’ll also have the chance to win a wedding! Contact Central West Bridal Expos to learn more.
2015 Central West Bridal Expos
1 March 2015 Orange, NSW and 14 June 2015 Bathurst, NSW
Phone: 0407 489 634 or 0438 316 150
www.centralwestbridalexpos.com info@centralwestbridalexpos.com
From charming B&Bs and boutique hotels to caravan parks and self-contained houses, the Mudgee Region and Central NSW have it all. Find hundreds of accommodation choices at visitcentralnsw.com.au
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Photography by Bash Photography.