The Old Church

Hawke's Bay Premiere Wedding and Event Venue

ABOUT.

A unique blend of nostalgia and chic creates the perfect setting for your celebration. Set amongst grape vines and beautifully manicured gardens stands The Old Church.

Built in the 1850’s, this lovingly restored grand building, courtyards and outdoor bar works seamlessly in all seasons Hawke’s Bay has to offer. The Old Church has a stunning aspect to the Ruahines, Kawekas and the setting sun, the unwavering attention to detail and luxurious décor makes this a stunning Hawke’s Bay landmark. The unique experience of an event at the Old Church will be a memory to treasure for years to come.

Weddings.

Orton’s have been helping couples say ‘I do’ for over 40 years’. Our attention to detail and unmatched reputation for great food and service means your wedding day will be one that is spoken about for years to come, for all the right reasons. The Old Church is an iconic wedding venue in Hawke’s Bay, the courtyards, gardens and outdoor bar lend themselves perfectly for late afternoon ceremonies followed by drinks and canapés in the sun, your guests will then flow seamlessly into the reception set under the grand chandelier in the main dining room.

As a venue that is set up specifically for events and weddings, you and your suppliers will have access to the property from 10.30am for set up and styling purposes. There is no lunchtime service to contend with and we are here for you on your special day. The conservatory also offers the perfect space for a wet weather option for your ceremony and also becomes the place where you share your first dance together.

The Villa.

A stone’s throw away is The Old Church Villa which can be hired in conjunction with any function you may wish to hold.

The beautifully restored historic villa is full of character and opulent furnishings and is an unexpected blend of history and indulgence. It is a perfect place to relax before or wind down after your function at The Old Church.

Set amongst the private and peaceful surroundings of The Old Church gardens, the villa is the perfect on-site accommodation option to integrate with your event. The villa sleeps eight people with four double bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom, making it ideal for Weddings, speakers, organisers and other special guests.

Standard Accommodation Rate : $1,100.00 incl. GST per night.

Corporate Functions.

The Old Church lends itself perfectly to corporate events. We’ve had years of experience running conferences, gala dinners, corporate functions and more. Put your business in the reliable, expert hands of the team at Orton’s and The Old Church. We’ll coordinate everything from start to finish, keeping your brand, brief and budget forefront of mind the whole way.

With our skilled team of chefs, service and event specialists we are renowned for delivering the complete hospitality package. Along with being experts in our field, we’re well known as being nice to work with. We think that’s important.

What People Are Saying.

“Thank you for everything you did to make our Wedding so awesome. Your professionalism, guidance and expertise were very much appreciated. We are so grateful. Thank you for helping us so much with the co-ordination of vendors and timelines as well. You really took a lot of pressure off us and we appreciate that and the hours of work you put into our day. Everyone loved the food and service and we have had endless positive feedback about the overall set up. We loved everything you provided and did. Your service and care were excellent. You’re awesome!!”

— Sam and Emilie

“Thank you so much for providing the most divine menu for our wedding last month. The food was delicious and so beautifully presented, and the service impeccable. So special to be able to use the same catering as mum and dad did at their wedding 33 years ago!”

— Andrew and Ali Minichiello

“Thank you all so much for your hard work and amazing creations. The whole process was so wonderfully easy and we really appreciate your efforts to provide us with the perfect and delicious meal. . . we believe food is central to any great event! Your hard work and excellent communication during the run up was a godsend to a list writing bride! You were so brilliant on the day – friendly and helpful and adaptable, you were a real pleasure to have on site.”