Nelson City Council

Founders Heritage Park has several stunning venues that can transform your special day. Be seduced by the charm of Old St Peter’s Church, or awed by the expanse of the Founders Granary. The Park is also home to established gardens and village greens which are ideal for outdoor ceremonies.

Church

Seating 80 people, Old St Peter’s Church is a charming location for your wedding service. As an interdenominational church, Old St Peter’s is an intimate and special setting for weddings. Flowers and celebrant are not included.

Two hour service (celebrant and flowers not included)  $85.00

Granary

Spend your special day in this historic venue that once was the home of the Catholic Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions. With character wooden floors and grand pillars the Granary is easily transformed into a stunning wedding venue. The Granary can comfortably seat up to 200 people, and has a maximum capacity of 430. With a stage, bar and kitchen facilities it also makes an ideal reception venue.

Full day (during opening hours) $100.00

Evening function $450.00

Jaycee Room

Ideal for smaller wedding parties, the Jaycee Room is a carpeted venue with nice indoor-outdoor flow to a paved patio and the Village Green. Seats 80 people with kitchen facilities.

Full day (during opening hours) $80.00

Evening function $200.00

Energy Centre

The Energy Centre can comfortably seat up to 400 guests making it perfect for large wedding parties. Echoing a “big top” tent the Energy Centre can help you to create a spectacular day you won’t forget.

Full day (during opening hours) $100.00

Evening function $450.00

Founders Park Train

Located adjacent to the beautiful Miyazu Gardens, Founders Heritage Park is also an ideal reception venue. The Founders Park train is available for hire to transport wedding parties to the gardens for photographs and ceremonies, and back again for an evening of celebration in the Park.

Booking the train

For train bookings phone Valerie on (03) 547 6409.

Find out more about the Founder's Train

Furnishings

Available on request at no additional charge.

• Tables: 23 @ 8 ft long, 5 @ 6ft long
• Chairs: 280 black chairs
• Wooden bar, cash register, stage

Cleaning

As Founders Heritage Park is a community facility, the expectation is that the grounds and all facilities are left clean and tidy on your departure. Founders Park cleaning services need to be booked in advance, please enquire for details and pricing.

Bookings

Send us an email to make a booking