Planning your dream wedding venue in Sydney? Athol Hall offers an unforgettable blend of heritage charm, lush parkland, and unparalleled views of Sydney Harbour. As experienced marriage celebrants and wedding experts, we understand what makes a location truly special for your big day. Located in Mosman's stunning Ashton Park, this venue is a perfect alternative to a busy marriage registry office, providing a beautiful and exclusive setting for your ceremony and reception. Let's explore why Athol Hall could be your ideal marriage venue.
Note. At this location you must also book the venue, in addition to the celebrant service we offer. See details below under Booking and Fees.
The Hall boasts spectacular, iconic Sydney views, including the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Imagine saying 'I do' with that world-famous backdrop—your wedding photos will be absolutely phenomenal, making this one of the most sought-after wedding venues near me for international and local couples alike.
Athol Hall is a versatile, beautifully restored heritage venue that allows you to host your entire day in one seamless location. You can choose to have your ceremony on the expansive lawn overlooking the water and then move straight into the charming hall for your reception, simplifying logistics for you and your guests.
The venue focuses on hosting only one event per day, ensuring you have undivided attention and the entire space to yourself. This exclusivity provides a private, intimate atmosphere, which is a rare find for a premier wedding venue in Sydney.
The surrounding Ashton Park and nearby Athol Beach offer endless backdrops for your bridal party and couple portraits. From bushland greenery to the secluded beach and, of course, the panoramic city skyline, you'll capture diverse and memorable moments right on your doorstep.
The building itself combines beautiful historic architecture with contemporary comfort, creating an elegant, light-filled space that feels warm and inviting. It's the perfect mix of old-world charm and modern functionality for a sophisticated celebration.
Athol Hall is a dedicated function and wedding venue located within Sydney Harbour National Park. Exclusive use of the hall and the associated ceremony lawn requires a direct booking with the venue management.
It is essential that you contact Athol Hall directly for detailed information on their packages, pricing, capacity limits (which can be up to 200 guests for a cocktail style event), and terms and conditions for hosting your wedding. Note that for any bookings over a small ceremony (e.g., more than 15-20 guests) and certainly for receptions, you will be required to book the entire venue package.
Additionally, as the venue is situated in Sydney Harbour National Park (Bradleys Head area), there is a daily park entry fee of $8 per vehicle which guests must pay on arrival.
Standard: 20 People. Add Guests: Add up to 100+ in total +$75.
You can have up to 20 people (the 2 of you and 18 guests) at your ceremony. This excludes children under 6 years old. For an additional fee of $75, this number can be increased to 100+ people in total. To add guests after your initial booking, go to the Add-ons tab in your portal.
I understand that, it is my responsibility to make the required booking with the park authority and pay any associated site fees directly to them.
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ceremony (along with your guests) to ensure you are in the right location and ready to go at your scheduled time.
Athol Hall is located at 2 Athol Wharf Road, Mosman, NSW 2088, nestled in Ashton Park. It is easily accessible from various parts of Sydney, making it a great choice among wedding venues.
Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic.
As a dedicated marriage venue with exclusive hire, the great news is that Athol Hall itself provides a fantastic indoor option for your wedding ceremony in case of poor weather. The hall's light-filled interior, with its beautiful views, serves as an excellent wet wedding venue back-up. Discuss this guaranteed indoor option with the Athol Hall events team when making your venue booking.
a) Reservation of Location and Payment of Associated Fees
I understand that it is our responsibility to ensure this location is available for our ceremony. I will make all necessary arrangements and pay any associated fees directly to the venue or relevant authority.
b) Guest Numbers
I understand that the Standard number of people is 20. This can be increased to 100+ people for an additional fee of $75 (click on Add Ons after making your booking).
c) Standard Duration of Booking is 30 Minutes
I understand that the total time for the standard booking is 30 minutes, which is plenty of time for a beautiful ceremony. This time cannot be extended on the day of the ceremony. However, if you would like to extend the duration of your booking, this can be done prior to the date of the ceremony for an additional fee of $150. (Click on Add Ons after making your booking.)
d) Confetti and Natural Materials
I understand that to maintain the cleanliness and integrity of the area, confetti of any sort, including natural materials such as flower petals, rice, glitter, or artificial equivalents, are strictly prohibited—unless prior written consent is received from the venue.
e) Public Liability Insurance
I understand that if Public Liability confirmation is required, there will be an additional fee of $50 to provide this.
