A new heritage venue in the Southern Highlands with beautiful outdoor locations for wedding ceremonies, parties and special events.
Retford Park is one of the most spectacular all-seasons gardens in Australia, featuring private garden rooms and wide-open parkland spaces under towering mature trees.
Built in 1887 by the Hordern family and lavishly redesigned by James Fairfax in the 1960s, this perfectly pink Victorian Italianate mansion provides a marvelous backdrop for photos and a garden rich with atmosphere.
Explore our range of venue hire options below. All fees are GST inclusive.
Event type and venue option | Capacity | FY 2025 Fee (1 Jul 2024 – 30 Jun 2025) | FY 2026 Fee (1 Jul 2025 – 30 Jun 2026) | Inclusions |
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Wedding ceremonies Japanese Maple Lawn, Green Room, Laurel Lawn. | 60 | $3,430 | $3,565 | 3 hours between 1- 7pm (or 5pm during non-daylight savings), Tuesday to Sunday Wet weather alternative on the Porte Cochere/Verandah Optional add on: signing table, 20 chairs, aisle carpet and easel. Enquire for pricing |
Micro ceremonies Pool Lawn, Japanese Maple Lawn, Knot Garden, Green Room, Laurel Lawn. | 35 | $1,715 | $1,785 | 3 hours between 10am and 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday Wet weather alternative on the Porte Cochere/Verandah Optional add on: signing table, 20 chairs, aisle carpet and easel. Enquire for pricing |
Proposal, engagement and wedding photography Any outdoor location that is accessible and available, for up to 30 minutes in any given location. All areas are non-exclusive, however the extensive gardens provide ample spaces. | 20 | $685 | $710 | Up to 2 hours between 10am and 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday |
Private events - outdoor functions Green Room | 100 | $2,290 | $2,380 | 3 hours between 10 am and 7pm (or 5pm during non-daylight savings) Site hire only, no marquee or wet weather alternative |
Private events - outdoor functions Laurel Lawn – suitable for marquee | 100 | $2,290 | $2,380 | 10am to 10pm, Tuesday to Sunday Bump in/out only between 8am-10am and 4pm-10pm Site hire only, can accommodate pegged marquees 12m x 30m No wet weather alternative |
Private events - indoor functions Morning Room | 30 | $1,040 | $1,080 | Up to 6 hours, between 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to Wednesday Up to 30 chairs and 4 trestle tables Optional add on: guided tour of the House @ $25 pp There is limited connectivity onsite. External caterers required. |
We do not currently offer wedding receptions at Retford Park.
For more information on venue hire, please contact us by phone (02) 4861 1933 or email retfordpark@nationaltrust.com.au