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6 Simply Beautiful Weddings Situated in the picturesque Southern Highlands and only 90 minute for either Sydney or Canberra the Briars is the perfect location for your romantic country wedding.

The architecturally designed Garden Conservatory with floor to ceiling windows, exposed beam ceiling and open plan design combine to offer that unique setting.

1 6 Simply Beautiful Weddings Situated in the picturesque Southern Highlands and only 90 minute for either Sydney or Canberra the Briars is the perfect location for your romantic country wedding. Distinguished by tranquil gardens and a relaxed rural atmosphere Briars lake side Gazebo and Garden Conservatory offer the perfect setting for a beautiful ceremony and elegant reception. The architecturally designed Garden Conservatory with floor to ceiling windows, exposed beam ceiling and open plan design combine to offer that unique setting. Positioned close to the accommodation for easy access and surrounded by tree filled countryside the Garden Conservatory is an ideal venue to host your wedding reception. Beautiful by day or night, the Garden Conservatory can accommodate up to 130 guests banquet with dance floor or 180 cocktail style. Uniquely position within the Garden Conservatory is the lounge area with soft lounges and comfy arm chairs set in front of an open fireplace offering that something special for guest to unwind and enjoy the evening in a relaxed setting. The ambiance of the large open fire contributes to that perfect backdrop for photos or just catching up with family and friends. With over 25 years experience providing exceptional wedding services, Briars has established an enviable reputation for quality of service with an emphasis on a friendly and relaxed approach with every attention to detail meet by our professional staff. Influenced by modern Australian cuisine our menu offers something for everyone. With an extensive range of fine wines and boutique ales you, your family and friends experience a first class dining experience. Dietary and children s menus are a part of our wedding packages. For those traveling Briars offers 30 well-appointed rooms and a bridal suite available to the bride and groom on their wedding night. A three bedroom self-contained apartment provides comfortable accommodation for larger families. Special arrangements can be made to ensure your family and friends have rooms held just for them. Reserving all 30 rooms provides you the opportunity to exclusively enjoy those dearest to you. Please take some time to go through our wedding Packages they are designed to suit your needs and include those little things that help make your day one to remember. To organise an appointment to view the property, or to discuss your arrangements and options please call our sales coordinator with over 11 years experience in weddings at Briars on or Rhonda@briars.com.au

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Pre-dinner or Pre-lunch Canapés Cold canape selection freshly shucked oysters with shallot vinegar (gf) chicken and tarragon mayonnaise finger sandwiches tomato, basil and mozzarella crostini (v)

5 Pre-dinner or Pre-lunch Canapés Cold canape selection freshly shucked oysters with shallot vinegar (gf) chicken and tarragon mayonnaise finger sandwiches tomato, basil and mozzarella crostini (v) blue cheese mousse with celery, cress and roasted hazelnuts (v,gf) ocean trout rillettes and lemon aioli tartlet prawn cocktail tartlet with avocado and tomato mayonnaise (gf) marinated fetta, roasted pumpkin puree and candied walnut (v,gf) smoked Atlantic salmon, chive crème fraiche and salmon roe (gf) rare roast beef toast with mustard and crispy onion smoked duck breast on toasted brioche with pear chutney Hot canape selection caramelised onion and fetta tartlet with rocket salad (v) spice fried squid with chilli and lemon dressing (gf) tempura prawns with caper mayonnaise vegetarian spring rolls with plum sauce (v) marinated chicken skewers with minted yoghurt (gf) pork and veal meatballs with tomato and reggiano crispy crab & prawn rolls, chilli mayonnaise

mini lamb and potato shepherd s pie entrées choose 2 served alternate seasonal vegetable and goats curd tart with asparagus salad and toasted pecans (v) king prawn cocktail with iceberg lettuce,

6 mini lamb and potato shepherd s pie entrées choose 2 served alternate seasonal vegetable and goats curd tart with asparagus salad and toasted pecans (v) king prawn cocktail with iceberg lettuce, avocado mousse and tomato mayonnaise (gf) cured Atlantic salmon with country potato salad and beetroot yoghurt (gf) snowy river smoked trout salad nicoise with tapenade dressing (gf) pork and veal terrine with onion and apple chutney and pickled vegetables roasted sea scallops with ratatouille vegetables and sauce vierge (gf) prosciutto wrapped quail breast, pumpkin puree, rocket and quince paste (gf) egg tagliatelle with local mushrooms, porcini and parmesan (v) spice grilled lamb loin, eggplant, radicchio and harissa dressing (gf) main plates choose 2 served alternate eggplant, almond and raisin bastilla with pumpkin and orange sauce (v) grilled veggie cake, zucchini and pesto tian with warm tomato vinaigrette (v,gf) roasted Atlantic salmon fillet confit fennel with pea puree and mint salad grilled ocean trount with king prawns, preserved lemon, olives and watercress (gf) lemon and thyme roasted chicken breast with mushroom ragout, barley and tarragon duck leg confit with cauliflower puree, garlic kipfler potatoes and spiced pear (gf) roasted rack of lamb with fondant potato, spinach and pepperonata (gf) stuffed pork fillet with braised cabbage, apple and grain mustard sauce (gf) grilled eye fillet of beef with potato puree, baked field mushroom and salsa Verde (gf) slow roasted beef sirloin, Paris mash, smoked carrot, mustard butter dinner rolls/garden salad or seasonal vegetables served to the table

7 desserts choose 2 served alternate roasted coconut pannacotta with seasonal fruit salad (gf) lemon curd tart with berries and vanilla cream crème Brule with orange butter shortbread strawberry shortcake with toasted almonds chocolate mocha tart with poached fig flourless orange syrup cake with candied orange and mascarpone chocolate fondant with salted caramel, praline and vanilla bean ice cream selection of local cheeses, quince paste, walnuts, fruit and crackers dinner rolls/garden salad or seasonal vegetables served to the table Tea & Coffee (v) denotes vegetarian (gf) denotes gluten free

Cocktail Menu leek and bacon tartlet with herb sour cream (v) caramelised onion and fetta tartlet with rocket salad (v) spice fried squid with chilli and lemon dressing (gf)tempura prawns with caper

8 Cocktail Menu leek and bacon tartlet with herb sour cream (v) caramelised onion and fetta tartlet with rocket salad (v) spice fried squid with chilli and lemon dressing (gf)tempura prawns with caper mayonnaise vegetarian spring rolls with plum sauce (v) marinated chicken skewers with minted yoghurt (gf) pork and veal meatballs with tomato and reggiano crispy crab & prawn rolls, chilli mayonnaise mushroom and goats curd bruschetta (v) mini lamb and potato shepherd s pie freshly shucked oysters with shallot vinegar (gf) chicken and tarragon mayonnaise finger sandwiches tomato, basil and mozzarella crostini (v,gf) blue cheese mousse with celery, cress and roasted hazelnuts (v,gf) ocean trout rillettes and lemon aioli tartlet prawn cocktail tartlet with avocado and tomato mayonnaise (v) marinated fetta, roasted pumpkin puree and candied walnut (v) smoked Atlantic salmon, chive crème fraiche and salmon roe (gf) rare roast beef toast with mustard and crispy onion smoked duck breast on toasted brioche with pear chutney smoked chicken Caesar pulled pork slaw with sesame dressing (gf) pearl couscous, asparagus, fetta and toasted seeds (v) slow cooked lamb with barley, sumac and yoghurt grilled lamb cutlets with salsa Verde (gf) roast beef, horseradish and rocket slider grilled vegetable and haloumi cheese slider (v

Beverage Packages Tuckerbox Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Tuckerbox Shiraz Cabernet Churchview Estate Silverleaf Sparkling Carlton Draught Carlton Dry Reschs Cascade light included Soft and Orange juice

9 Beverage Packages Tuckerbox Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Tuckerbox Shiraz Cabernet Churchview Estate Silverleaf Sparkling Carlton Draught Carlton Dry Reschs Cascade light included Soft and Orange juice included Tahbilk One Million Cuttings Chardonnay Selini Estate Satyr Pinot Gris Selini Estate Satyr Sauvignon Blanc Selini Estate Satyr Syrah ( Shiraz ) Selini Estate Satyr Pinot Noir Tomich M Chardonnay NV Pinot Noir Reschs Carlton Dry Great Northern Carlton Draught Lazy Yak

Cascade light included Soft and Orange juice included Cherry Tree Sauvignon Blanc Southern Highlands NSW Meerea Park XYZ Chardonnay Hunter Valley NSW D arenberg Stump Jump Riesling McLaren Vale SA

10 Cascade light included Soft and Orange juice included Cherry Tree Sauvignon Blanc Southern Highlands NSW Meerea Park XYZ Chardonnay Hunter Valley NSW D arenberg Stump Jump Riesling McLaren Vale SA Cherry Tree Cabernet Merlot Southern Highlands Tempus Two Shiraz Hunter Valley NSW Penley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra SA Innocent Bystander Pink Moscato - Yarra Valley VIC Croser Sparkling Vintage Adelaide Hills SA Lazy Yak Reschs Victorian Bitter Carlton Dry Carlton Mid Strength Fat Yak Cascade light included Soft and Orange juice included *Please note that every endeavour is made to ensure package items remain the same however changes may occur to menu and beverage items listed.

Extra Services White tie back chair covers Children s meals from $40.00 White ceremony chairs with cushioned seat Adolescent meals $95. Supplier meals $40.

11 Extra Services White tie back chair covers Children s meals from $40.00 White ceremony chairs with cushioned seat Adolescent meals $95. Supplier meals $40.00 Fairy lights decorating the ceiling beams Hi Top tables $45.00 each Overtime charge To extend your function past the hours of your assigned venue hire charges apply, extension of time must be arranged prior to the day: This charge is venue hire only. All beverages consumed within the extended time will be charge on consumption or cash bar unless a part of the package. Contact the coordinator for this cost. Accommodation The bridal suite is complimentary to you the evening of your wedding, including a buffet breakfast. Briars Country Motel has 30 accommodation lodge style rooms available for you to book in advance for your guests. A three bedroom self-contained apartment is also available on site. Once rooms have been held all correspondence associated to room bookings goes to Briars Country Motel on or briars@briars.com.au. Ceremony on Grounds When you book your package at Briars you have the sole use of the grounds and Gazebo for your Ceremony this includes a white linen clothed signing table with two decorative iron chairs for the bride and groom. White cushion ceremony chairs are positioned at your chosen location additional seating can be arranged through Briars, charges apply. Wet weather option offers the use of the guest lounge area for ceremony up to 120 in attendance. Please note that the use of the grounds for your ceremony does not include any additional setup, decoration, seating not included in your package or responsibility of returning hired sundry items. All items you supply for the ceremony must be removed the following morning and returned to the supplier unless arranged otherwise. No reduction on package price for ceremony off site, included is exclusive use of grounds on the day. Historic Inn The Historic Inn offers the perfect location for guests to meet up between ceremony and reception arrangements can be made to utilise this option when finalising your details. Pre wedding dinners are also a popular option.

Terms and Conditions As it is important to all of us that your event is successful, we would appreciate your attention to the following policies: Confirmation of Booking Confirmation of booking with

12 Terms and Conditions As it is important to all of us that your event is successful, we would appreciate your attention to the following policies: Confirmation of Booking Confirmation of booking with a deposit of $ Following the receipt of you deposit you are agreeing to and confirming your understanding of the terms and conditions, provided to you in your wedding kit and confirmation letter. Guaranteed Numbers To ensure a maximum efficiency in the preparation and execution of your event, we require a guaranteed number of guests 10 days prior to the event. This number will be regarded as the minimum number for catering and charging, no refund will be issued if final numbers fall below within the 10 days. All pricing is based on the confirmed package price and additional items will be charged at the appropriate price. Minimum numbers are based on adults attending. Venue Hire All pre wedding access to the Briars Garden Conservatory for setup is subject to availability and at a time agreed by Briars. Venue hire commences at your reception start time and ceases at the time stated on your run sheet. Any time outside of your reception agreed times Briars has access to the Garden Conservatory for the purpose of inspections. Access to the room for any supplier setup must be arranged and agreed to with Briars prior to the day. The delivery of items required for your reception by you/supplier must be to the coordinator or someone designated by them. Every effort is taken to ensure that all prior arrangements are meet on the day. Briars however will not be responsible if items that may go astray due to them not being delivered to the correct person nominated by Briars. Please provide a contact number on the day for such arrangements. Wet weather In the case of bad weather the ceremony will be held in the lounge area and setup of this area needs to be carried out at a minimum of (1) one hour prior to the time. Ceremony access time in the lounge is (1) hour for the ceremony. Guests are to vacate the area after the ceremony and to follow the prior arrangements agreed to. No petals, bubbles or certain items are allowed in this area and should be discussed prior with the coordinator to avoid cleaning costs Menu Selection Please advise menu selection at least 14 days prior to the day, allowing us to give the necessary time and thought to your requirements. All dietary requirements must accompany the final menu selection. If not notified of dietary requirements we cannot guarantee their service.

13 Time Extension If you wish to extend the length of your reception we would be only too happy to accommodate your request where possible. However charges do apply and must be arranged at the time your final details are being confirmed. Terms and Payments Once your deposit has been paid confirming your date a follow up payment of $5000 is required 60 days prior to your day. Full payment must be received and acknowledged 10 days prior to the day. Payment details in the way of credit card are required to cover any incidentals that may arrive on the day. Damage and Loss Clients will be financially responsible for any damage sustained to the property during their event with the commencement of ceremony. The client is responsible for retrieving all of their items used for decoration during the ceremony on grounds and throughout your reception no later than the following morning. Briars takes no responsibility for items left behind. Insurance The hotel will take all necessary care but accepts no responsibility for damage or loss of items prior to or after the ceremony, reception. Management suggests that organisers arrange their own insurance to cover any valuable articles. Cancellation In the event of cancelation you forfeit your deposit of $ If cancelling 60 days prior you forfeit the full deposit of $ Six months notice to be given if original wedding date is shifted to another date with full deposit transferred. If original date is changed and deposit transferred additional package charges may apply please talk to your coordinator to confirm package pricing. Price Variations Whilst every endeavour is made to maintain prices as originally quoted, prices are subject to alterations when bookings are made 12 months in advance. Please contact your coordinator to discuss any increases; change of date may also alter package prices. Please note that a $500 surcharge applies to all Sunday bookings. Public Holidays incur a 10% charge. Thank you for thinking of Briars

THE VENUE INCLUSIONS IN YOUR PACKAGE THE VENUE PARADISE PALMS IS THE PERFECT ONE STOP VENUE FOR YOUR TROPICAL WEDDING

THE VENUE INCLUSIONS IN YOUR PACKAGE THE VENUE PARADISE PALMS IS THE PERFECT ONE STOP VENUE FOR YOUR TROPICAL WEDDING THE VENUE PARADISE PALMS IS THE PERFECT ONE STOP VENUE FOR YOUR TROPICAL WEDDING THE VENUE Choice of two areas for 20-120 guests Accommodation available in 4.5 star resort Outdoor ceremony area Wet weather