...for truly ever-lasting romance, the eminent Sign of the Takahe has had wedding heritage since 1918...

Your Special Day

Just imagine your wedding ceremony set amidst our Shakespearian romantic sunny sheltered walled garden, and your reception being held upstairs in a magical grade I listed building with a whimsical medieval castle like vibe.

 IT’S NOT A FAIRY TALE   …it’s real

Exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces that flow really well for your wedding day. Plus small nooks and crannies for smaller Registry Office type elopement Ceremonies.

With the fully licensed bar, it makes the Takahe the perfect backdrop for you and your partners special celebration.

Where life long memories will be made.

We are here to assist with them. we will help make your special day special. Don’t hesitate to send us an e-mail and one of our team members will arrange a meeting or tour.

Our Team can discuss all the options with you, from the challenges of finding suitable caterers,through to cutting the cake with our 300 year old sword!!

To assist getting your date booked before its gone, the following information is required.

  • Preferred date
  • Estimated number of guests
  • Times.  (e.g. Day ceremony, Evening reception)
  • Type of Service (Sit down dinner, cocktail, buffet, Spitroast).
Venue, Garden and Bar Hire

All prices are in New Zealand Dollars

Ceremony and/or Reception

Full Day Ceremony and/or Reception Package

Celebrate your love story or special occasion with exclusive access to our stunning venue from 9:00am to 11:59pm — perfect for a seamless ceremony and reception all in one unforgettable day.
Spaces upstairs up to 125 guests in a seated setup.


Package Inclusions:

  • Venue Hire & Setup
    Includes full-day access, standard cocktail or wedding layout, bar hire, and staff

  • Garden Ceremony Included

    • Garden closed to the public from 1:00pm to 6:00pm(with suggested ceremony at 3pm)
    • Optional setup/hire of chairs and a selection of archways
    • Optional outdoor bar available for welcome drinks
  • Access Times:

    • From 9:00am for wedding setup
    • Day before access from 500 – 1000(subject to availability and key dates*)

Pricing:

  • Monday to Thursday: from 2,500 – 3,500*
  • Friday to Sunday: from2,500 – 4,500*

Notes:

  • Bank holidays, key seasonal dates & High level of setup.
  • Deposit Required of @ 500 to secure booking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests can you host?

We can host the following.

  • Upstairs: 120 seated comfortably.
  • 115+ If a cocktail affair.
  • 70 in downstairs bar and garden room in a cocktail “Walk n fork” style non seated setting.
  • 250+ in garden using marquee.

Do you have a wet weather option?

Yes we do. if on the odd chance it rains on your special day, we do have space upstairs for a ceremony. we monitor the weather and have plans if weather changes.

Do you have space for a DJ, Band, Photo Booth, Microphone, Video etc?

Yes we do. there are a few options available for set up. Near the bar, in the centre room or in the larger main rear room.  Factor in amount of guests, we suggest working with us on a preferred layout. You do not require have a wooden dance floor, but we can assist you hiring one if do would like one. Majority of weddings do not need one. We also have a great selection of music on our sound system or you can plug in your own playlist (download).

  • We have a selection of disco lights
  • We have a Microphone and speaker
  • we have a microphone connected to our sound system too.
  • Photo Booth hire from $450
  • Optional Video projector screen.

Do you have a layout or seating plan of the building?

We have a 3D viewer and we can work with you to design your layout. We have rectangle and square tables as a basic. however if round tables are required, we can arrange them too. This depends on amount of guests and type of catering ordered.

Drinks & Bar, what are your drink options?

We are a licensed premises and we have a great selection of wine, beer and spirits. We can work with you to determine which beers and wines you like. We have an extensive list (which does change depending on season, year and supply). Beers/cider, a great selection of spirits and cocktails too. plus not forgetting low or non alcoholic options. We can work with you to provide: Welcome drinks, Ceremony drinks, Table service, Toast bubbles, Pass the port, plus other bar service options. To note:

  • There is a minimum bar (drinks) spend.
  • No BYO (we can arrange to source product).
  • Licensed hours based upon Restaurant usage.

What time do you close?

Majority of weddings and functions finish at midnight. if you need longer, then please state at time of booking.

Do you provide table cloths etc?

We have a variety of options available depending on the level of detail you would like. We or the caterer can assist/provide.

Decorations?

We have access to our normal decorations which are based upon our building setting.

  • Candles (Brass)
  • Table Runners
  • Wedding Arch
  • Disco Lights
  • Up lights
  • Side lights
  • Table lights

You are welcome to decorate. If level of complexity is high, we can offer access the day before (subject to availability).

💞 Your Special Day 💍

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