Barwon Park

Contact Details

Address:

105 Inverleigh Road, Winchelsea

Region:

Geelong

Contact person:

 

Phone Number:

03 5267 2209

Distance from Melbourne:

1.5 hours

Description

Barwon Park is one of the most splendid settings for your wedding, special occasion, concert or group visit. Guests will be delighted with the history and splendour of the enchanting bluestone mansion for this special occasion. Visitors to Barwon Park are rewarded with a vision from the past. Once one of Australia's grandest mansions, it was designed by architects Davidson and Henderson, and built between 1869 and 1871 of blue stone for Thomas and Elizabeth Austin.

  • Barwon Park's delicate iron lace veranda and the magnificent grand staircase are just two of its impressive features.
  • On entering Barwon Park, one is simply struck by the splendour of the entrance hall and intricate cedar staircase. Guests can be greeted with pre dinner drinks and canapes.
  • The adjacent library, drawing room and dining room allow up to 140 guests to mingle comfortably before being seated in the enclosed courtyard.

FACILITIES FOR WEDDINGS & RECEPTIONS

  • Plants, flowers, round tables with starched white linen and candlelight transform the enclosed courtyard at the rear of the house into a beautiful reception area. The enclosed courtyard seats up to 120 guests with room for a dance floor.
  • The formal dining room with its superb grand polished tables and balloon-backed chairs is ideal for the smaller function. The dining room seats up to 40 guests comfortably.
  • Guest parking is available with a short walk around the circular driveway to the magnificent double doors of the entrance hall. Bridal vehicles only are able to park on the roundabout at the front entrance.
  • Barwon Park is a non-smoking venue.
  • No paper confetti is to be used on the site. Rice or petals are acceptable in the garden area.

PAYMENT

Full payment is required no later than five working days prior to your function. Personal cheques only accepted if prior arrangements have been made with the Property Manager or representative.

DEPOSIT

Barwon Park is a popular venue for functions and special events. Bookings are essential for all events and must be accompanied with a deposit of 50% of the total function price. Deposits are not refundable if a booking is cancelled but are transferable if an alternative date, depending upon availability, is booked.

FUNCTION FEES

Courtyard - Maximum of 140 persons
3 Hours $900
4 Hours $1,200
5 Hours $1,450
Includes 1 hour set up and 1 hour bump out

Dining Room - Maximum of 40 persons
3 Hours $750
4 Hours $1000
5 Hours $1,250
Includes 1 hour set up and 1 hour bump out

Wedding ceremony services (2 hours) $440

Additional time per hour or part hour $200

PHOTOGRAPHY

  • Photography only (for private weddings) $200 per hour

  • Commercial photography $250 per hour

    $1500 per day (9am - 5pm)

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Site cleaning and rubbish removal $100. (This service is offered. It may be undertaken by the hirer but must meet the requirements of Barwon Park management)
  • Barwon Park can assist you with contacts for quality caterers for a wide variety of functions
  • Flowers are the responsibility of the hirer. Local florists can be recommended

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Some Fees apply

  • Additional time per hour or part hour $200
  • Tables and chairs
  • Gas heater (on request) or wood fires $100

GROUP TOURS

Barwon Park offers discounted entry rates for groups wishing to visit. A guided tour can be arranged. Refreshments can be provided.

CONCERTS

Barwon Park provides a magnificent environment to enjoy music in a historic venue. Concerts are held on a regular basis. Artists wishing to present a concert at Barwon Park are welcome to contact the Property Manager to discuss arrangements.

FILM

Barwon Park is available for photo shoots and filming, and provides opportunities including the majestic mansion, the rustic stables and sweeping rural vistas.