Choosing a Marriage Celebrant at Wollongong Head Light House, Wollongong

If you're dreaming of a coastal wedding venue with a genuine landmark as your backdrop, a marriage celebrant at the Wollongong Head Light House will bring your vows to life against one of the Illawarra's most photographed spots.

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.

1. Iconic Lighthouse Backdrop 🗼

   The bright white lighthouse and rugged headland give your ceremony a striking, unmistakably Wollongong setting that photographs beautifully from every angle.

2. Sweeping Ocean Views 🌊

   Standing on Flagstaff Point, you and your guests will take in uninterrupted views across the Pacific Ocean, with the swell rolling in against the rocks below.

3. Historic Seaside Charm ⚓

   The site has watched over Wollongong Harbour since the 1870s, giving your ceremony a genuine sense of history and place rather than a manufactured event space.

4. Close to Wollongong CBD 🚗

   Being just minutes from the city centre makes it easy for guests to arrive, and easy for you to move on to a nearby reception venue afterwards.

5. Golden Hour Photography 📸

   Sunrise and late afternoon light wraps around the headland, giving your photographer glorious natural light for portraits with the lighthouse and harbour in frame.

Booking and Fees for Wollongong Head Light House, Wollongong

As this is a public headland reserve, you'll generally need to arrange your own venue booking or permit separately from your celebrant booking with us.

Authority: City of Wollongong

Website: https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/business-in-wollongong/organise-an-event

Phone: (02) 4227 7111

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.

• Private Car: There is free public parking available along Endeavour Drive and around Wollongong Harbour, though spaces can fill quickly on weekends, so allow extra time to find a spot.
• Public Transport: Wollongong train station is about a 20-minute walk away, and several local bus routes stop within easy walking distance of the harbour.
• Walking: If you're staying in Wollongong CBD, the lighthouse is a pleasant 15-20 minute stroll along the harbour foreshore.
• Rideshare/Taxi: Uber and taxis can drop off right near the harbour car park, just a short walk from the lighthouse itself.

Now it doesn't happen often, but when it does you will need to shelter under trees or bring umbrellas - how romantic.

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.