Church Road

With Orton Catering & Events

About

For more than 125 years, Church Road has been on a journey of wine, food and art; breaking ground and making magic for the people of Hawke’s Bay.

Since taking over the kitchen and venue management in 2022, we have been bringing our own flavour to this journey – working with couples, event organisers and the Church Road team to create and facilitate unforgettable weddings and events. With its striking restaurant space, stunning gardens and iconic underground cellars, Church Road, and the Ortons team, will always be a stylish, classy and truly delicious choice.

Weddings 

Welcome to Ortons at Church Road; a place where beautiful food and impeccable service are right at home in one of New Zealand’s oldest and most acclaimed vineyards.

No matter how you picture your wedding – an intimate evening gathering, a sunshine-filled party or a 300-person extravaganza – our legendary team of highly-skilled chefs and service experts are committed to working alongside you, to ensure your day is as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

Renowned for our cuisine, we offer a range of inspired menus crafted with fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, to be matched with Church Road’s award-winning wines.

Corporate & Private Events

Whether you're hosting a corporate gala, a milestone celebration or an exclusive private party, you can’t go past Ortons at Church Road.

With its striking restaurant space, iconic underground cellars, stunning gardens and expansive grounds, Church Road is known for leaving a powerful impression on those who visit. Combined with our beautiful food, impeccable service and deep industry knowledge, you can expect nothing but the best for your event.

We offer a range of inspired menus, crafted with fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, to be matched with Church Road’s award-winning wines.

FAQs

  • Ortons – together with Church Road Winery – specialises in a wide range of events including weddings, corporate functions, private parties and more.

  • Yes! Ortons is committed to accommodating restrictions and requests, providing flexible and specialised catering services. Our experienced chefs can create customised menus to suit your needs.

  • It is recommended to book us as early as possible to secure your preferred date. Generally, booking several months in advance is advisable to ensure availability.

  • Ortons offers a range of pricing options and packages to suit your specific event needs. We can also work with you to create a package that fits your requirements for corporate or private functions. For more information, please get in touch.

‘We want to say a huge thank you to you and the Ortons team for making our wedding day so amazing! It was stunning and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. We were so relaxed and the coordination was seamless. We’re also glad we managed to eat something - the food was incredible and I think every single person commented on how delicious it was, so please pass on our huge thanks and compliments to your kitchen team.’

- Charlotte & Vaughn

‘Just wanted to say thank you to you and your team, we had an incredible wedding thanks to you all. Everything was so smooth and well-organised. The food, especially the beef cheek, received amazing feedback, and the service couldn’t have been better. It really was a perfect wedding and a huge part of that was down to you, your amazing team and the beautiful venue. We are so grateful.’

- Jen & Josh

‘What a successful gathering the other night! Thank you and the rest of the Ortons staff. The service was excellent and the food absolutely delicious – as is the Orton standard! We especially loved the lamb entrée and the seasonal vegetables - all great choices and very tasty. Thanks very much for helping us turn a rainy evening into a very enjoyable night for all.’

- Christina

Contact us to find out more about events at Church Road

Contact our office on 06 844 8866 or email us at enquiries@ortons.co.nz