Saumarez Homestead, Armidale Venue Hire

A beautiful outdoor location for weddings and events in the heart of Armidale.

Saumarez Homestead is a sought-after venue in Armidale that is set within a unique historic country setting. Glorious formal gardens surround the main homestead, offering several options for outdoor wedding ceremonies, including the famous rose garden that features a collection of 600 heritage roses.

The former horse stables, the Jackson Centre, is a popular choice for wedding receptions, celebrations, and large corporate events. The Saumarez Centre is perfect for workshops, meetings and small corporate events.

With two hectares of gardens, emerald lawns and sweeping paddocks, Saumarez Homestead provides a dream canvas for wedding photography in scenic Armidale.

Explore our range of venue hire options below. All fees are GST inclusive.

Event type and venue options

Capacity

FY 2025 Fee

(1 Jul 2024 – 30 Jun 2025)

FY 2026 Fee

(1 Jul 2025 – 30 Jun 2026)

Inclusions

Wedding ceremonies: Elm Lawn, Tennis Lawn, Mary’s Garden Lawn

$1,300

$1,450

3 hours between 10am and 7pm (or 5pm during non-daylight savings), Thursday to Saturday

Optional add on: Photography on the Homestead Staircase and Upper Verandah for 10 guest capacity: $250 for one hour

Upgrade package: signing table and 20-40 chairs. Enquire for pricing

Micro ceremonies: Elm Lawn, Tennis Lawn, Mary’s Garden Lawn, Heritage Rose Garden

$800

$875

3 hours between 10am and 7pm (or 5pm during non-daylight savings), Thursday to Saturday

Optional add on: Photography on the Homestead Staircase and Upper Verandah for 10 guest capacity: $250 for one hour

Upgrade package: signing table and 20 chairs. Enquire for pricing

Wet weather option: Homestead Verandah and/or Playroom

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.

$450

$500

Up to 2 hours between 10am and 5pm, Wednesday to Saturday

Optional add on: Photography on the Homestead Staircase and Upper Verandah for 10 guest capacity: $270 for one hour

Wedding celebrations – available for ceremony, photography, pre-reception and reception: Elm Lawn, Tennis Lawn or Mary’s Garden Lawn, plus Jackson Centre

$3,150

$3,700

Includes ceremony, photography, pre-reception and reception

12 midday – 12 midnight, Wednesday to Saturday

External caterers required. Onsite commercial warming kitchen is available for caterers

Optional add on: Photography on the Homestead Staircase and Upper Verandah for 10 guest capacity: $250 for one hour

Private events – indoor functions: Jackson Centre (daytime)

$2,000

$2,450

9am – 6pm, Wednesday to Saturday

Optional add on: Guided tour of the house

External caterers required. Onsite commercial warming kitchen is available for caterers

Private events – indoor functions: Jackson Centre (evening)

$2,250

$2,750

3pm – 12 midnight, Wednesday to Saturday

Optional add on: Guided tour of the house

External caterers required. Onsite commercial warming kitchen is available for caterers.

For more information on venue hire, please fill out the enquiry form below.

You can also contact us by phone (02) 6772 3616 or email saumarez@nationaltrust.com.au

Venue details

Saumarez Homestead, Armidale Venue Hire

Address:: 230 Saumarez Rd, Armidale
Phone:: (02) 6772 3616
Email:: saumarez@nationaltrust.com.au

How do I get there?

Saumarez Homestead is a five-minute drive from Armidale airport, and approximately 15-minutes drive from Armidale town centre.

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Why Saumarez Homestead?

Located in Armidale, Saumarez Homestead was owned by the White family from 1874 and grew into one of the largest and most successful rural properties in New England. Saumarez Homestead is now considered a heritage jewel that is visited by thousands of people every year.

Highlights of the large historic gardens include:

The stately grandeur of the 30-room Edwardian mansion
The renowned Heritage Rose Garden
Original farm buildings
Mary White’s cottage garden, with winding stone paths and beds of seasonal flowers

When should I book my event?

Saumarez Homestead is available for wedding ceremonies throughout the year, during a month that suits you. Please note that the venue will remain open to the public.

Indulge your senses in spring, when the gardens come alive with swathes of bulbs, cottage flowers and wisteria. The renowned Heritage Rose Garden, managed by the Australian Garden History Society, flowers en masse in late spring/early summer. Or see the stunning contrasts of big blue skies and rich autumn colour of the centenarian trees and beds of windflowers.

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Start planning your dream Armidale wedding today, and create a truly memorable experience for you and your guests. Steeped in history and uniquely beautiful, Saumarez Homestead is one of the most sought-after Armidale wedding venues for a garden wedding.