Wedding Venues in Franklin, Auckland

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Wedding venues in Franklin stretch across the southern edge of Auckland, from Bombay and Pukekohe to Tuakau, Waiuku and the cliff tops of Karioitahi Beach. There are 7 listed venues, mixing country estates, a beach resort and event rooms in Pukekohe.

Country estates make up much of the local trade.

  • LaValla is a country estate on Dominion Road in Tuakau, set between Auckland and Hamilton, with indoor and outdoor ceremony locations and on-site accommodation for groups from 10 to 300 guests. It is rated 4.8 from 379 reviews.
  • Connemara Country Lodge in Waiuku is a heritage country house on 7.5 acres of farmland and native bush overlooking the Manukau Harbour, and weddings come with exclusive use of the lodge and grounds. It is rated 4.9 from 58 reviews.

Castaways Resort sits on the cliff tops of Karioitahi Beach on the west coast, within an hour's drive of the Auckland CBD or airport. Guests stay in studios, chalets and villas with private decks, and the resort has a restaurant and bar and conference rooms.

It is rated 4.0 from 476 reviews.

The Franklin trade also leans on lodges and accommodation. Connemara Country Lodge, LaValla and Castaways Resort all keep the wedding party on site overnight, and Connemara Country Lodge is a heritage house with restored interiors, a large lawn and a spacious deck.

Couples weighing a coastal day against a farmland one will find both here, from the surf-side cliff tops of Karioitahi Beach to the quiet harbour views at Waiuku.

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Bracu Restaurant at Bracu Estate in Bombay is about 40 minutes from Auckland Central, among olive groves and rolling hills. It serves Mediterranean-inspired seasonal food and offers dining on an all-weather verandah or beside the fire in a restored kauri villa, open Friday to Sunday for lunch and Friday to Saturday for dinner.

It is rated 4.7 from 751 reviews.

In Pukekohe, Navigation Homes Stadium Venue Hire at 21 Stadium Drive is an event space seven minutes from the town centre. Its capacity runs to 250 guests theatre style, 150 banquet style and 200 for a standing reception, it allows its own caterer and it has wheelchair access.

It is rated 4.8 from 9 reviews, a small count. In Waiuku, Hedges Estate is a boutique venue with private accommodation, rated 4.8 from 34 reviews, and The SchoolTeachers House is a self-catering property rated 5.0 from 2 reviews.

Ask about guest accommodation and transport when you enquire. Neighbouring pages cover South Auckland, Clevedon, East Auckland, Whitford and Central Auckland.

Common questions about wedding venues in Franklin

Which Franklin venues have on-site accommodation for the wedding party?

LaValla in Tuakau has accommodation in the same grounds as its ceremony and reception spaces. Castaways Resort at Karioitahi Beach offers studios, chalets and villas with ocean views. Connemara Country Lodge in Waiuku is a boutique stay with exclusive use for weddings.

Where can a Franklin wedding overlook the water?

Castaways Resort looks over the ocean from the cliff tops at Karioitahi Beach. Connemara Country Lodge in Waiuku overlooks the Manukau Harbour from a hilltop lawn and deck. Both are listed as waterfront.

What event rooms are there in Pukekohe?

Navigation Homes Stadium Venue Hire at 21 Stadium Drive is seven minutes from the town centre. It hosts up to 250 guests theatre style, 150 banquet style and 200 for a standing reception. It allows its own caterer and has wheelchair access.

Which Franklin venue suits a large wedding?

LaValla in Tuakau runs weddings for groups from 10 to 300 guests, with indoor and outdoor ceremony choices. Navigation Homes Stadium Venue Hire in Pukekohe takes up to 250 guests theatre style.

Can we hold the reception at a restaurant in Franklin?

Bracu Restaurant at Bracu Estate in Bombay hosts receptions, with dining on an all-weather verandah or in a restored kauri villa. LaValla and Castaways Resort also offer reception spaces.

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