Wedding and Reception Venues

 American Hotel, 90 Albert Street, CRESWICK. 3363 Phone: (03) 5345 2510
Established in the 1850's, The American Hotel is centrally located in Creswick and has a long association with the town's rich history including operating as a Cobb and Co Station. Offering the elegant Lindsay Room and Balcony for weddings.

Alexandria on Lydiard, 30 Lydiard St Nth, Ballarat. Phone: 0437 177316
Romance, sweeping staircase and the grand dining room are all signature of the Alexandria. Catering for guests up to 120, the Alexandria can offer total event management and provide bridal package, private venue, décor, linen and a sophisticated location with the backdrop of Ballarat city.

Ballarat and District Trotting Club, Sutton Street, Redan. 3350
Phone: (03) 5335 9041
Two rooms are available - "The Grandstand Function Room" (catering for up to 600 people), or the smaller "My Lesson Room" ( seating up to 125 people) A range of catering and non catered options are available. View menus at the website.

Ballarat Mid City Motor Inn, 19 Doveton St Nth, BALLARAT. 3350,
Phone: (03) 53 311222.
Wedding and honeymoon facilities, fully licensed with tailored menus.  

Barkly Motor Lodge ,Main Rd/Barkly St, BALLARAT, 3350. 
Phone: (03) 5331 8838, Fax: (03) 5331 8787.
Situated in central Ballarat, features fully equipped reception facilities for weddings, parties, and functions, catering for up to 100 people.

Bell Tower Inn, 1845 Sturt Street, Ballarat. 3350, Phone: (03) 5334 1600,
Fax: (03) 5334 2540
Make the Bell Tower the place for your special occasion. We have a number of packages and venues to cater for any size event.

CRAIG’S

 Craig's Royal Hotel, 10 Lydiard Street South, BALLARAT. 3350
Phone: (03) 5331 1377
Celebrate in an elegant room, filled with history and romance that has stood the test of time. Choose an intimate wedding for ten or festive gathering of 100 in the Grand Dining Room. Located in the heart of Ballarat.

Doherty Ballarat Lodge, 613 Main Road, Ballarat, 3350 Phone: (03) 5327 1200
With its enchanting atmosphere, Victorian-style ballrooms, spectacular food and exquisite gardens, Ballarat Lodge is the ideal place for your wedding. All inclusive wedding packages are available for formal and cocktail style receptions and there are seven private dining rooms to choose from with catering for up to 700 people available on site. Our beautiful gardens are available for ceremonies and Thalgo Sanctuary Spa is the perfect place for the bridal party to get pampered. Your guests will enjoy our 4 ½ star hotel, two restaurants and lounge/bar.

Dowling Views Function Centre, PO Box 125, Miners Rest. 3352
Phone: (03) 5334 6273
Dowling Views is a modern Function Centre, set in the picturesque grounds with panoramic views of Dowling Forest Race Course and surrounds and is only 10 minutes from the heart of the City of Ballarat.
Three separate function rooms are available including the Committee Dining Room, Terrace Grandstand Dining and Silks and Saddles, seating 50 - 400 guests.

George Hotel, 27 Lydiard St Nth, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5333 4866.
Catering for 21sts, functions and small weddings, with balcony and bar in historic Lydiard Street North in the heart of Ballarat. Caters for up to 70 people seated.

Harry Limes Restaurant, 5a Doveton St Nth, BALLARAT. 3350
Phone: (03) 5331 2044
Harry Limes is a casual elegant dining place with the benefits of great food, inviting decor and excellent wine list. Personally designed menus for daytime weddings with seating for 40 guests.

Heritage on Lydiard, 15 Lydiard St Nth, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5327 2777
Opened July, 2008. NEW boutique hotel, c1862. Superbly located on historic Lydiard Street, city centre. Architecturally designed with a European influence, the Leonard Room has been adorned elegantly with black and gold trimmings featuring parquetry flooring, Venetian chandeliers and mirrors. Catering for sit down or stand up functions for up to 250 people.

Kryal Castle, Forbes Rd, WARRENHEIP 3351, Phone: (03) 5334 7388.
Wedding reception facilities located within Australia's unique  medieval castle 8 kms east of Ballarat at the foot of Mt Warrenheip

Lake Inn Function Room, 1321 Mair Street, BALLARAT. 3350 
Phone: (03) 5338 8344
The Lake Inn Function Room is an elegant room filled with natural light by day and warm light by night giving a wonderful ambience to your function. Catering for up to 60 guests.

Midlands Golf Club Function Centre, Heinz Lane, P.O.Box 141N, North Ballarat, Vic 3350, Telephone (03) 5331 4400, Facsimile (03) 5333 4000.
The Centre is ideal for weddings and comfortably accommodate up to 150 people. There is ample parking on the grounds and has separate external access to other Club facilities.

Novotel Forest Resort, 1500 Midlands Hwy, Creswick. 3363 Phone: (03) 5345 9600
The team at Novotel Forest Resort Creswick invites you to exchange vows in a spectacular environment and celebrate with family and friends in the newest, most exclusive venue in Provincial Victoria. The Resort is surrounded by 150 acres of stunning natural beauty of a championship golf course and the Creswick State Forest. Seven reception rooms on offer from 20 to 500 guests with unlimited indoor and outdoor options for ceremonies and receptions.

Oscars Hotel Function Room, 18 Doveton Street South, BALLARAT 3350
Phone: (03) 5331 1451
Oscars function room has been restored to its former glory from the 1930s. Its charming heritage features offer a warm, inviting and private environment. We can cater for all styles and budgets. Cocktail receptions are our specialty.

Pipers by the Lake, 403 Wendouree Pde, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5334 1280
 Superbly located amongst the grand old trees on the foreshore of Lake Wendouree and adjacent to the historical Botanical Gardens. Specialising in Weddings, Special Occasions and Corporate Functions – seating up to 120 people. Your wedding will be tailored to your specific needs.

Portico Restaurant & Functions 203 Dana Street, BALLARAT 3350
Phone: (03) 5332 1020
Enjoy the style and elegance of one of Ballarat's historic buildings located in central Ballarat. Private Function Rooms for all occasions. Seating for up to 100 people. Off site catering also available.

St Anne's Vineyard,  64 Garrards Lane, Myrniong 3341 Phone: (03) 5368 7209
Just 30 minutes away from CBD Ballarat, right off the Western Freeway, the St Anne's reception centre is set amongst beautifully landscaped grounds and is surrounded by charming bluestone buildings.
Our flexible menu and drinks packages can cater for up to 250 people. The courtyards provide an ideal setting for outside ceremonies, whilst for the cooler months, there also is the Chapel, a magnificent bluestone room overlooking the barrel storage area. Opportunities for truly unforgettable wedding photographs at St Anne's are endless.
 

Saxon House Receptions, 1431 Mair St, Ballarat. 3350  Phone: (03) 5331 5830
Located centrally, seating for up to 120 people, ample parking and wide range of catering options.

Sails on the Lake, Ballaarat Yacht Club, Wendouree Parade, BALLARAT. Phone/Fax 5331 5869.
 Catering for Weddings whether its a small party for 50, a dinner for up to 140, or 200 in an informal setting. There is an expansive deck area offering magnificent views over Lake Wendouree.

Seymour's on Lydiard 302 Lydiard St., BALLARAT, 3350.   Phone: (03) 5332 9966
Ballarat's newest contemporary function facility in an historic hotel. Fully air conditioned room with seating for up to thirty people, platters or full catering from our main menu. Full bar facilities and the balcony available till 11pm

Sovereign Hill, Magpie St, BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5331 1944.
 The township of Sovereign Hill comprises some 40 buildings. The United States Hotel, the New York Bakery, Charlie Napier Hotel, and the Victoria Theatre Retiring Room are all offered for receptions.

Sovereign Park Motor Inn 223 Main Road, BALLARAT, 3350. Phone: (03) 5331 3955
 The Nicholas Room caters for private functions for groups of up to 50. Ideal for celebrations, small weddings and meetings. 

The Tangled Maze, 2301 Midland Hwy, Springmount. Vic 3364. Phone: 03 5345 2847
Tangles is Ballarat's newest wedding destination. Dreamy gardens swagged with roses, imposing wrought iron gates and al fresco areas. This fabulous new function centre is of very unique design with leadlights and views as far as the eye can see. Wonderful photo opportunities! The perfect place for your conference, function or to compliment the celebration your wedding day.
 

The Bended Elbow, 120 Lydiard Street North, BALLARAT. Phone: (03) 5332 1811
The Bended Elbow is located in the heart of Ballarat and can cater for all types of functions and events - from a dinner party for 10 to a 700 guest cocktail style event...we have delicious canapé and set menu packages available...

The Nerrina, 75 Lofven Street, BALLARAT 3350 Phone: (03) 5332 6419
The Nerrina is a multifunctional venue, specialising in weddings and engagements, in a private cul-de-sac of Ballarat at Nerrina, 3 kms from Sturt Street. Offering a function facility for 150 seated guests, or the venue can be opened up to accommodate 500 guests with two dance floors and 3 bars.

Tuki Trout Farm, Stoney Rises, SMEATON. Phone: (03) 5345  6233.
 Perched on a historic 1850's sheep station with panoramic views and landscaped gardens., Tuki is in the heart of Victoria's Gold and Spa Country. Incorporating function facilities, sheep farming, trout fishing, and unique restaurant.

Victoria Bowling Club 231 Victoria St. BALLARAT 3350, Phone: (03) 5332 6242,
Fully serviced bowling club catering for all your bowling and entertainment needs. The facilities include a spacious airconditioned function room with seating for 50 to 130 people.
The room is suitable for any occasion ,with professional catering and licensed bar staff, or cater yourself.