Luxury meets the country at this chic but elegant family owned and operated wedding venue. Chapel Ridge is cocooned within 200 acres of prime cattle country. Situated in the stunning Lower Hunter Valley, Chapel Ridge is intimately private, exclusive and tranquil - a picturesque country wedding venue oozing character and lots of natural charm just an hour north of Sydney. This venue is perfect for your special day no matter what the weather throws at you.
Chapel Ridge is a gorgeous rural wedding venue, located just over an hour's drive north of Sydney. Nestled amongst prime cattle country, this purpose-built venue is just perfect if you’re on the hunt for a rustic, quaint location with extensive views and plenty of natural beauty - the venue offers a truly idyllic, peaceful setting for your wedding day. Whether you’re after an elegant sandstone chapel wedding or countryside retreat - you won’t need to choose. Nestled in the centre of 200 acres, Chapel Ridge has a beautiful, sandstone chapel, an air-conditioned pavilion for up to 120 guests, a wisteria terrace and an Alice in Wonderland maze….. and you'll love the beautiful lighting as your wedding celebrates into the night.
“At Chapel Ridge, we have planned and catered for your total inclusivity ... making your day a better experience for everyone. Elegant, exclusive – just you and your guests.”
What makes Chapel Ridge an ideal choice for your wedding?
Location. Situated just over an hour's drive north of Sydney in the stunning Lower Hunter Valley, Chapel Ridge is set on 200 acres of land, offering couples an exclusive countryside setting for their wedding day. The private, tranquil location means there is plenty of space for your reception and spectacular scenery for your wedding photos.
Gorgeous chapel. Chapel Ridge, as the name suggests, offers a beautiful sandstone chapel for your ceremony. It’s a classic, sandstone chapel surrounded by gum trees. Ahhh, how Australian.
Ceremony and reception options. While the sandstone chapel is certainly a great ceremony location, you’re more than welcome to have an outdoor ceremony! Also on the grounds are a pavilion and wisteria terrace, so you really can design your entire wedding exactly as you see fit.
Onsite accomodation. ‘The Lodge’ is located within a 5 minute stroll of the Chapel Ridge venue. This 5 bedroom farm house is an ideal location for brides to get ready on their wedding day.
Extensive views. Set high on a ridge, this stunning venue offers impressive views, with native trees and expansive fields extending into the distance….all this and natural privacy makes Chapel Ridge a rare find.
Expansive grounds. You’ll have plenty of room to wander and take your wedding photos. Couples and their photographer will really have their pick of beautiful locations across 200 acres - Plus, it offers beautiful lighting at night.
Photo props. Of course, if you’d prefer, Chapel Ridge also offers props and a range of vehicles for couples and their bridal party to pose with.
All weather conditions. Chapel Ridge is fully air-conditioned and can operate in all weather conditions, so you won't need a back-up wedding location in case it rains or if Australia decides to bestow on you a 42 degree wedding day. Phew!
Contented Guests. Your guests will never be bored at Chapel Ridge. Host time trails through the maze, play a round of outdoor chess or your guests may even choose to play a selection of yard games all within the manicured grounds - the opportunities are endless. Let us design an exclusive package for your guests at Chapel Ridge so they will always remember your wedding as the special day you want it to be.
Why Chapel Ridge Weddings is a unique, special place for your Hunter Valley wedding reception:
Country luxe. ‘Country luxe’ is how we’re going to describe this beautiful venue. While its location is rural and serene, its offerings are luxurious as anything you’ve seen. You’ll love the combination of the two, and find it gives your wedding a unique, country feel, putting your guests at ease immediately - it’s practically a relaxing getaway in the Hunter Valley!
Themed maze. Tell us, how many weddings have you been to that had an Alice in Wonderland themed maze? Your guests will enjoy the chance to complete this maze while you escape with your photographer to hunt for that special wedding photograph.
How would you describe your wedding venue to someone who hasn’t seen it?
Chapel Ridge is nestled in the centre of 200 acres of prime cattle country, situated high on a ridge in the Lower Hunter Valley, offering beautiful lighting at night. Surrounded by native, towering gum trees, Chapel Ridge offers a breathtaking sandstone chapel for ceremonies, with extensive fields of grass in all directions. Also on the grounds is a wisteria terrace, a themed maze and a beautiful pavilion for your reception. It’s a rural but elegant countryside venue simply oozing charm - perfect for weddings the whole year 'round.
'The options are endless for your special day at Chapel Ridge
