North Canterbury Weddings

Eloping - the BEST way to get married without breaking the bank! Chaznel Photography elopement packages offer the best of both worlds, adventure and ease!


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The vintage style cruiser bikes at The Starling Homestead are always popular with guests and provide endless photo opportunities...riding off into the sunset with your honey? Yes, please!


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Whether you're having a stylish cocktail party, an impressive buffet or a sumptuous sit down dinner, Catered Affair can personalise a menu package to suit.

Wedding preparations should be as stress-free and enjoyable as the day itself. Whether you're holding your reception in your own home or in one of Canterbury’s many stunning venues, Catered Affair can help with all aspects of your special day.

- exceeding your expectations one bite at a time.

IMAGE: How fab does this at-home reception look by Catered Affair

Picture this... a stunning one of a kind engagement ring, specifically designed to incorporate the true essence of your style. A ring you can show off to all your friends and family who want one of their own! A ring you know that was crafted with love by local family jewellers who have a passion for bringing unique and creative ideas to life. Sounds perfect right?

would love to hear all about your dream ring from metal to gem to anything in between!

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Did you know you can BYOH (Bring Your Own Horse) if you decide to get married at The Starling Homestead?

Check out their ‘Hitched’ wedding package for more information.


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Did you know that marrying your best friend could be as easy as running away, going against the grain and eloping? For many years eloping was a dirty word for getting married when no one approved, but in this day and age, it means choosing yourself. Your love. Choosing to be present without distractions and overwhelming wedding bills!

Chaznel Steenkamp a local photographer who specialises in elopements would love to help you see if this is right for you! Get in touch with her to chat all things elopements!


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Elope away with me, ✨

I have several packages to choose from, including this beautiful space at

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If you're planning an autumn or winter wedding, talk to Waimak Classic Cars about their Museum and Event Centre.

Surrounded by Classic Cars, the museum is heated, carpeted and cosy on cooler days. There's no stairs and they have ample parking for cars and buses, close to the entrance.

With seating for up to 100 guests, the catering, flowers, photographer, and celebrant options are all available on request. All you need to do is invite the guests!!!

Waimak Classic Cars can connect you with all the options for a 'one-stop shop' on your special day. Let them take the stress out of organising your wedding.


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The Stables, rustic luxury, is also available when you book your wedding or elopement at The Starling Homestead. The ideal place to retreat to as newly weds to make your magical day last a little longer. The Stables is also available for ‘getting ready’ photo shoots.


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Imagine this... you're marrying your best friend on the hills looking over North Canterbury with the wind lightly blowing through your hair and the sun dancing on your skin! You've opted for an elopement and decided to share it with your nearest and dearest saving up for the best honeymoon ever! The process of getting to your day was easy breezy with no hiccups whatsoever... it couldn't have been more magical...

Your portraits were fun, relaxing and truly captured the day as it happened! Exactly how you pictured it!

Sounds amazing, right?! Chaznel Steenkamp local elopement photographer loves bringing exactly that to all her couples allowing you to 100% enjoy the day as it was planned! She'd love to hear from you if this sounds like your dream day!


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Wanting to book an intimate and gorgeous wedding? Take a look at our Paradise Elopement Package. They are held in the stunning garden at Riverview Lodge in Hanmer Springs, with inside options available.

Dreaming of a snow-capped mountain backdrop? It's not far away in Hanmer so if you're thinking of getting married but don't know where to start then let the Riverview team make your day a personalised, intimate, fun, and gorgeous day for every couple plus their nearest and dearest.


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What are you up to tomorrow? Come along to Rosemount Weddings open day!! You'll get to catch up with a whole heap of our gorgeous North Canterbury vendors - including Flourish Events Unic Picnic & Events Christchurch Chaznel Steenkamp Photography Kelly Sheppard Hair Artist Catered Affair Rollin' Pedaler, me - Kineta Booker - Christchurch + North Canterbury Elopement Celebrant and more!!

Take a walk around their expansive grounds, through the woods, under the weeping willow trees and around the pond. You'll get to meet some of their favourite North Canterbury wedding vendors onsite in their permanent marquee, and they will show you how you can enjoy your best day ever with them.

Rosemount specialises in smaller weddings - up to 40 guests. Be it an elopement, micro wedding, or a half-day hire - you're invite you to see how Rosemount Park Estate can be your host.

Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival from your hosts Meris and Phil, and there will also be an opportunity to have a ride in their horse-drawn carriage.

Rosemount Weddings' Open Day
304 Whites Road, Ohoka
Sunday 14 April, 1pm-4pm

See you there!!

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Waimak Classic Cars is not only your one-stop wedding venue, and providing wedding cars, but they can also do a fabulous high tea for the pre-wedding hens party.

Incorporating vintage china with the automobiles of yesteryear, enjoy the ambience and step back in time. No matter how big or small the party, Waimak Classic Cars are happy to help. They can provide a quartet or 1930s background music. It's a great option and opportunity for the ladies to get together, dress up in vintage attire and catch up in privacy. Maybe play a game of minigolf afterwards!


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Love in the vines as the autumn sun sets at Darjon Vineyard ✨

Can you imagine getting married here? Book a site visit in with Meris. Flick her an email - [email protected]

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West Eyreton Hall is an absolute gem ✨ Tucked away in the North Canterbury countryside. A perfect spot for your big day.

North Canterbury's own Perfectly Planned has some awesome pop-up wedding packages at West Eyreton Hall for anyone looking for a no-fuss way to get married.

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How's this for a grazing table! The ethos behind Catered Affair is 'exceeding expectations one bite at a time.' They specialise in all-things catering! From intimate grazing boxes, through to buffets and table service.

Have an event coming up? Chat with Sheree to see how Catered Affair can help you see your vision come alive ✨

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How's this for a north Christchurch venue - based onsite at Willowbank, The Barn ✨

North Canterbury's own Perfectly Planned has some awesome pop-up wedding packages for anyone looking for a no-fuss way to get married.

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Rosemount Park Estate in Ohoka is having an open day - and you're invited!

Take a walk around their expansive grounds, through the woods, under the weeping willow trees and around the pond. You'll get to meet some of their favourite North Canterbury wedding vendors onsite in their permanent marquee, and they will show you how you can enjoy your best day ever with them.

Rosemount specialises in smaller weddings - up to 40 guests. Be it an elopement, micro wedding, or a half-day hire - you're invite you to see how Rosemount Park Estate can be your host.

Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival from your hosts Meris and Phil, and there will also be an opportunity to have a ride in their horse-drawn carriage.

Details on other vendors you'll get to meet on the day - coming soon!

Rosemount Weddings' Open Day
304 Whites Road, Ohoka
Sunday 14 April, 1pm-4pm
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Pines Beach Hall is another great venue with awesome pop-up wedding packages by North Canterbury's own Perfectly Planned 🌲

They include venue, celebrant, photographer and coordinator with optional add ons!

Find out more:
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What do you do when you’ve found the ultimate outdoor venue, but you’re worried about the weather? When five of your guests go gluten-free a week before the wedding? Or when you can’t choose between roses, hydrangeas or sweet peas, and it’s keeping you up at night?

These kinds of questions can turn your perfect day into a worry and a chore. And those are two words that don’t belong anywhere near your wedding. It’s your day, and your dream. The only thing you need to think about is turning up and enjoying yourselves.

This is where Sheree from Perfectly Planned can be a life saver!

If you’re looking for a planner, a guide and an on-the-day coordinator then congratulations — you’ve found the most dedicated team in Canterbury! The one thing they want most is to take the wedding you’ve imagined for years and to bring it to life.


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A stunning find right here in North Canterbury. Oxford's The Flaxmill has a long, interesting history behind it before it became a wedding venue, and Perfectly Planned has a pop-up wedding package there that just might work for you! It includes venue, celebrant, photographer and coordinator with optional add ons!

Find out more:
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Get swept off your feet by The Stables, the on-site boutique accommodation available at The Starling Homestead.

This rustic retreat is the ideal place to rest, recharge and reconnect with your beloved.


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This past wedding season at Broadoak Gardens has been bustling with activity. Each month, the gardens showcase a different flower, and currently dahlias take the spotlight. If you're curious about the blooms for your wedding month, we recommend scheduling an appointment to tour the property during that time, ideally 1-2 years before your wedding date. This way, you can incorporate those flowers into your wedding planning.

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Riverview Lodge just loves making people's wedding dreams come true. Their Paradise Elopement Package is perfect for those who want an intimate wedding with the most spectacular views no matter what the season. The package consists of, celebrant, venue, photographer and catering. (You can add a few extras - like arch, chairs, accommodation!) on top if you desire). All you need to do is pick a date, choose your outfit and invite those people who mean something to you to share your special day with. The team does all the hard work so you can have a stress-free and relaxing wedding in this paradise location. You're welcome to check out this piece of Hanmer Springs paradise and see for yourself just how lovely a wedding at Riverview Lodge can be.


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Our friends at Perfectly Planned are hosting an open evening at 'The Barn' at Willowbank next week! How unique would your wedding be if it was at a wildlife reserve!

Come and check out a unique rustic wedding and events venue, and meet some amazing vendors at the same time!

Photographers, celebrants, caterers and cakers, florists, hire and decor companies, photo booths + others!

Be in to win prizes such as a $500 catering voucher, engagement photo shoot + more.

The first 50 people through the door will receive a complimentary glass of wine and there will be some food samples for you to try, too.

'The Barn' Opening Evening
Thursday 7th March
5pm-8pm

Find out more on their events page: https://fb.me/e/asTBsdFhO
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