11 Completely Magical Wedding Venues In The Shire
Because the right venue can take your big day from wed to wow
Planning a wedding means mastering a lot of moving parts. Narrowing down a guest list, saying yes to the dress, selecting your colour palette, finding the right photographer, sampling menu options, perfecting your playlist - and don’t even get us started on the seating plan. Truly, it can quickly feel like you’re drowning in tulle, petals and budget spreadsheets. But one of the first and arguably most important decisions any bride or groom tackling the task will make is this: choosing a place to do it all.
Take it from us, your big day is a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it affair, but nailing where you host your nuptials will help you to remember it forever. From bush-surrounded beauties and relaxed restaurants to fully-fledged event spaces, these are the 11 best wedding venues in the Sutherland Shire.
Audley
Standing with your new husband or wife overlooking the expansive National Park, we promise you’ll feel pretty chuffed if you choose Audley as the backdrop to your big day. Offering garden themed weddings, pulling on the natural beauty of the outdoors, there’s a choice of nine stunning spaces to gather with your nearest and dearest. With easy catering packages and a timber-lined hall where you can dance the night away, the heritage listed Audley Dance Hall is by far one of the most popular picks when it comes to Shire-based wedding venues. Catering to ceremonies and receptions of all shapes and sizes, any couple choosing to tie the knot here will be well looked after - and will be in for an unforgettable time.
Find more information at Audleydancehall.com.au
2 Lady Carrington Drive, Royal National Park
Hazelhurst
Day-to-day, Hazelhurst is a much-loved gallery and cafe, but what you may not know is that these gorgeous Gymea-based grounds also play host to some pretty incredible weddings. Describing their aesthetic as “laid back” and “rock star”, Hazelhurst weddings are fairy light-lit, garden-surrounded events that beg a neon sign, packed-out grazing boards, cocktails and a fun-loving couple to complete the picture.
Find more information at hazelhurstcafe.com.au
782 Kingsway, Gymea
The Nun’s Pool
Established in 2005, the team at The Nun’s Pool are well-versed in the art of creating memorable weddings. This iconic Shire venue boasts chic white interiors and a pretty spectacular seaside backdrop, as well as a neatly-packaged list of event styles to suit every couple - from sit-down (including the likes of Tea Smoked Ocean Trout and Sumac Lamb Shoulder) to cocktail.
Find more information at thenunspool.com
103 Ewos Parade, Cronulla
Rydges Cronulla
Coastal cool and fuss free, Rydges Cronulla offers the perfect solution for those looking for a beachside wedding without the sand whipping up around you and your guests. A choice of three venue locations, seating for between 30 and 175 guests, flexible T&Cs and a dedicated wedding coordinator makes Rydges Cronulla a no-brainer for those looking to go from engaged to newlywed.
Find more information at rydges.com
20/26 Kingsway, Cronulla
Next Door
You probably know Next Door for its shorefront location, or perhaps its incredible cocktail and food menu - but did you know that you can also host your wedding reception there? The crew are set up to accommodate events with next level views and a memorable, neighbourly menu that focuses on fresh, seasonal produce. If you choose to host your big day here, you’ll be appointed a dedicated team that can organise just about everything and cater to just about every taste.
Find more information at nextdoorcronulla.com.au
4/6 Kingsway, Cronulla
Jack Gray
Cafe by day and wine bar by night, it may surprise you to know that Jack Gray caters some pretty spectacular weddings. Promising a tailored experience, inclusions are: exclusive use of the venue for 5 hours, staffing, a curated menu and floral styling. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that the space is practically lifted straight from an interiors magazine; with its leather booths, apricot palette and textured bar - you’re guaranteed to get some pretty great shots from the day!
Find more information at jackgray.com.au
110 Grays Point Road, Grays Point
Sealevel
Sealevel has well and truly earned its name, sitting practically on the North Cronulla shoreline. An ultra-stylish interior makes the perfect backdrop for any event, but especially weddings. Flexible packages mean you get to design your day how you want it (including various food and drink options), but you can be sure that regardless of what you choose, the views and menu will be next to none.
Find more information at sealevel.com.au
2 Kingsway, Cronulla
The Founders Room
Another oceanfront event space, The Founders Room at Wanda SLSC can host up to 450 guests, making it ideal for those who are planning a bigger celebration - but is equally perfect for a more intimate event. You can also arrange to have both your ceremony and reception here, so it’s super easy for guests (and the happy couple!) Catering is all in-house and includes grazing tables, alternate drop menus, cocktail-style, share plates, banquets, and a more casual BBQ and pizza option.
Find more information at thefoundersroomwanda.com
2 Marine Esplanade, Cronulla
Cronulla RSL
Not just a place to go for a Sunday session and a fabulous cocktail list, Cronulla RSL’s events arm, Esplanade Events, host some of the most beautiful weddings in the Shire. Scoping multiple spaces across two venues, a wedding at Cronulla RSL collectively offers an easy, seamless experience, amazing food and drink choices and, above all, incredible water views.
Find out more information at esplanadeevents.com.au
38 Gerrale Street, Cronulla
Summersalt
From the moment you enter Summer Salt, you’ll understand why this is one of the Shire’s most popular wedding venues. Their floor-to-ceiling windows frame the picturesque 180-degree views of Elouera Beach, a view you and your guests won’t forget. Seated or cocktail catering packages are on offer with the option of premium upgrades! Think a night in Cronulla’s Quest Apartments with champagne and chocolates to a DJ and MC service.
Find more information at summersaltrestaurant.com
66 Mitchell Road, Cronulla
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Washington Lounge
A dedicated events venue, Washington Lounge is a gorgeous spot that sits as part of the Elouera Surf Life Saving Club. The best part about this coastal venue (aside from the outlook of course) is that you will have access to their dedicated and experienced Functions Manager, who can take you through all of the nitty gritty wedding planning details and make recommendations along the way.
Find more information at elouera.com
80 Mitchell Road, Cronulla