WEDDING PACKAGE
Thank you for considering Shipwrights as the venue to host your wedding or special celebration. We are delighted to share our hidden treasure! Uniquely located on Blakehurst Marina, Shipwrights offers waters edge dining with every guest savouring spectacular views across Shipwrights Bay & the opportunity to arrive by boat. A magnificent boutique setting for all celebrations. The idyllic, tranquil & private venue for wedding ceremony & reception. Whether it s an intimate wedding or a larger gathering Shipwrights has options suited to both lunch & dinner events. Shipwrights ensures excellent service, delectable cuisine & an atmosphere as formal or relaxed as you desire....simply stunning
TERRACE GARDEN WEDDING CEREMONY Shipwrights on the Marina s beautiful manicured terraced garden area by the shores of Shipwrights Bay is a spectacular backdrop for your wedding ceremony. This superb area can hold up to 150 guests & is the ultimate location to capture stunning photos before, during & after your ceremony. Immediately following your 30 minute ceremony, your guests will enjoy drinks & canapés taking pleasure in the picturesque sunset, marking the reception commencement. For those inclement wedding days we are able re-locate your ceremony to the inside of the restaurant or covered deck area. Ceremony Inclusions: (Set up by Shipwrights Staff) 32 chairs (4 rows by 4 chair either side) white linen skirted table for registration (plus 2 chairs) piped music prior to & after ceremony Cost: $500
RECEPTION VENUE Positioned by the shores of Shipwrights Bay, Shipwrights on the Marina is the ultimate location for your wedding or special celebration. Your reception will commence with canapes & beverages served in the garden for up to one hour. Our newly renovated restaurant with wraparound & sliding glass was designed so every guest is afforded stunning water views offering the idyllic wedding venue with the quality & service that Shipwrights is renowned. The restaurant spans over the entire deck of Blakehurst Marina with seating right at the waters edge, a venue to leave you & your guests with a truly memorable experience for your special day boasting unsurpassed views. Catering for parties of up to 150 guests for formal seated & cocktail weddings. Our event manager will ensure your function is tailored to your individual wishes along with our professional staff who share a passion & personal commitment to create the perfect wedding day.
ARRIVE BY BOAT Arrive in ultimate style & luxury on a modern motor cruiser. Shipwrights on the Marina offers bridal party pick up from Sylvania Waters jetty. Savour every moment of your wedding day commencing with sparkling wine aboard the cruiser as you make a spectacular entrance to your ceremony or reception with guests assembled in our gorgeous garden awaiting your arrival. Boat Arrival Inclusions: Pick up from Sylvania Waters Jetty (End of Hawkesbury Esplanade, Sylvania Waters) Sparkling wine served on board Maximum 8 guests on board Cost: $850
EXCLUSIVE USE Booking Shipwrights on the Marina exclusively for your wedding or special celebration allows your party exclusive use of the terraced garden & outer deck areas, the restaurant & bar for the duration of your function. With glass windows framing the stunning bay views this tranquil setting is perfect for your event. Exclusively yours, our beautiful staff will be dedicated to ensuring you receive superb quality dining, service & attention to detail. Minimum Spend or Guest Numbers for Exclusive Use: September to May (Saturdays) - Min. 80 guests December (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) - Min. spend $16,000 June - August (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) - Check out our Winter Wedding Specials Mid-Week All year (Tuesdays to Thursdays) - Min. 40 guests
SHIPWRIGHTS WEDDING INCLUSIONS: Unsurpassed views over Shipwrights Bay Dedicated wedding co-ordinator Hire of venue included Adequate staff to ensure premium service White linen table cloths with crisp white linen overlays & napkins Skirted tables for bridal party, wishing well, cake & cake knife Frosted silver table number frames Guest list displayed in white frame & black iron easel Lectern Microphone (exclusive use only) iphone/ipod/ipad connection for music (exclusive use only) Timber dance floor (exclusive use only) Table set up by Shipwrights staff including placement of name cards & bonbonnieres Wedding cake provided by client to be plated & served as petit fours or on individual plates as dessert Blakehurst Marina jetty (for arrival by boat) Stunning photo opportunities in our terraced garden, on marina and over Shipwrights Bay
YOUR WEDDING OPTIONS
TWO COURSE SEATED WEDDING CANAPES, TWO COURSE & BEVERAGES $120pp Reception at Shipwrights on the Marina Restaurant - 4.5 hour duration 3 x pre-dinner canapé selection (served in garden) 2 course meal - your selection of 2 x entrees & 2 x mains (served alternate placement) Wedding cake plated & served individually to your guests as dessert Tea & coffee by request Standard Beverage Selection (including juices & soft drinks) Wines 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Beers 1 x Local, 1 x Imported, 1 x Light Upgrade Options: Premium Beverage Selection: (available for $15 extra per person) Beers - 2 x Imported, 1 x Light Premium Wines - 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Venue Hire Extension: (available for $10pp per half hour) The duration of your wedding may be extended dependent upon other restaurant bookings & events
THREE COURSE SEATED WEDDING CANAPES, THREE COURSE & BEVERAGES $125pp Reception at Shipwrights on the Marina Restaurant - 4.5 hour duration 3 x pre-dinner canapé selection (served in garden) 3 course meal - your choice of 2 x entrees, 2 x mains, 2 x desserts (served alternate placement) Wedding cake served on platters to individual tables Tea & coffee by request Standard Beverage Selection (including juices & soft drinks) Wines 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Beers 1 x Local, 1 x Imported, 1 x Light Upgrade Options: Premium Beverage Selection: (available for $15 extra per person) Beers - 2 x Imported, 1 x Light Premium Wines - 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Venue Hire Extension: (available for $10pp per half hour) The duration of your wedding may be extended dependent upon other restaurant bookings & events
THE ULTIMATE LUXURY WEDDING BOAT ARRIVAL, GARDEN CEREMONY & RECEPTION $170pp Designed to provide an all-inclusive wedding option. A stunning way to savour your wedding day. Arrival of bridal party by boat (sparkling wine served on board, max. 8 guests) Wedding ceremony in Shipwrights beautiful terraced garden - 30 minute duration Reception at Shipwrights on the Marina Restaurant - 4.5 hour duration 3 x pre-dinner canapés selection 3 course meal - your choice of 2 x entrees, 2 x mains, 2 x desserts (served alternate placement) [Alternatively select to have a roaming entrée of canapés & formal seating for mains & desserts] Wedding cake cut & served on platters to individual tables Tea & coffee by request Standard Beverage Selection (including juices & soft drinks) Wines 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Beers 1 x Local, 1 x Imported, 1 x Light Upgrade Options: Premium Beverage Selection: (available for $15 extra per person) Beers - 2 x Imported, 1 x Light Premium Wines - 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Venue Hire Extension: (available for $10pp per half hour) The duration of your wedding may be extended dependent upon other restaurant bookings & events
SHIPWRIGHTS COCKTAIL STYLE WEDDING $115pp Reception at Shipwrights on the Marina Restaurant - 4.5 hour duration 6 x canapé selection 1 x gourmet box selection 2 x dessert canapes selection Wedding cake cut & served on platters to tables Tea & coffee by request Standard Beverage Selection (including juices & soft drinks) Wines 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Beers 1 x Local, 1 x Imported, 1 x Light Upgrade Options: Premium Beverage Selection: (available for $15 extra per person) Beers - 2 x Imported, 1 x Light Premium Wines - 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Venue Hire Extension: (available for $10pp per half hour) The duration of your wedding may be extended dependent upon other restaurant bookings & events
SHIPWRIGHTS SEAFOOD WEDDING $150pp Seafood Share Platters Chilled First Course six freshly shucked sydney rock oysters, south australian tiger prawns, smoked salmon, blue swimmer crab meat, cherry tomato salad Hot Seafood Main Course grilled john dory, bbq king prawns, grilled scallops, beer battered barramundi, salt & pepper calamari, chips, aioli Wedding cake cut & served on platters to tables Standard Beverage Selection (including juices & soft drinks) Wines 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Beers 1 x Local, 1 x Imported, 1 x Light Upgrade Options: Premium Beverage Selection: (available for $15 extra per person) Beers - 2 x Imported, 1 x Light Premium Wines - 1 x Sparkling, 1 x Red, 1 x White Venue Hire Extension: (available for $10pp per half hour) The duration of your wedding may be extended dependent upon other restaurant bookings & events
YOUR WEDDING MENUS
YOUR SEATED WEDDING MENU PRE-DINNER CANAPÉ MENU (Select x 2) Fresh prawn w/ cucumber, wasabi, sour cream & dill Tomato & basil bruschetta w/ crispy croutons Marinated salt & pepper grilled squid Cherry tomato, bocconcini & basil stack w/ balsamic glaze Grilled zucchini rolled w/ goat cheese feta, walnut, carrot & herbs Blue swimmer crab salad on crispy wontons w/ lemon zest & coriander Tartlet of roasted butternut pumpkin, blue cheese & garlic Smoked salmon w/ crème fraiche & chives Finely crumbed fish cake w/ coriander Meatballs baked w/ neapolitan sauce Vegetables samosas Roasted pumpkin soup Duck pancakes w/ cucumber, coriander & hoi sin Wild mushroom & mozzarella arancini ENTRÉES (Select x 2) Grilled scallops w/ chorizo, cauliflower puree & walnuts (gf) Salt & pepper calamari w/ chilli basil aioli Tiger prawns w/ citrus salad, coriander & seafood sauce (gf) Herb crusted lamb cutlets w/ baby spinach, cherry tomato & spanish onion Warm tarragon chicken marinated in seeded mustard w/ asparagus & almonds (gf) Asparagus, prosciutto, rockmelon & rocket w/ balsamic reduction (gf) [seasonal] Thinly sliced grilled zucchini w/ rocket, coriander, walnut & parmesan (gf + v) Stuffed portobello mushrooms w/ ricotta, onions, sun dried tomatoes, herbs & pomegranate reduction (gf + v) Spiced marinated beef w/ lettuce, sliced cucumber, vermicelli noodles, coriander & roasted sesame seeds (gf) Smoked atlantic salmon w/ baby spinach, spring onion & capers (gf)
YOUR SEATED WEDDING MENU continued... MAINS (Select x 2) Black angus grain fed scotch fillet w/ roasted kifler potato & red wine jus (gf) Grilled barramundi w/ herbs roasted kipfler potato & mediterranean salsa Braised lamb shanks w/ vegetables, truffle mash & red wine jus (gf) Mushroom & spinach stuffed poached chicken breast served w/ mash, rocket, carrot & mushroom cream sauce (gf) Roasted pork loin w/ bacon & cheese stuffed double baked potato & honey glaze (gf) Grilled john dory w/ potato, mustard herb crust, mango strawberry salsa Duck & pear ravioli w/ crème watercress, spinach pesto, apple, rocket, parmesan, walnuts & truffle oil Sautéed wild mushroom risotto w/ rosemary, walnut, goats cheese, rocket & pesto (gf) Linguini w/ olives, feta, cherry tomato & neapolitan sauce DESSERTS (Select x 2) Cheese plate of selected australian cheeses (to share)(gf) Tiramisu Chocolate & frangelico brulee (gf) Raspberry & white chocolate brulee (gf) Sticky date pudding w/ butterscotch sauce & vanilla ice cream Crepes filled w/ hazelnut mascarpone drizzled w/ chocolate sauce & berry coulis OR DESSERT BAR Individual desserts for guests selection
YOUR COCKTAIL STYLE WEDDING MENU CANAPE SELECTION (Select x 6) Fresh prawn w/ cucumber, wasabi, sour cream & dill Tomato & basil bruschetta w/ crispy croutons Marinated salt & pepper grilled squid Cherry tomato, bocconcini & basil stack w/ balsamic glaze Grilled zucchini rolled w/ goat cheese feta, walnut, carrot & herbs Blue swimmer crab salad on crispy wontons w/ lemon zest & coriander Tartlet of roasted butternut pumpkin, blue cheese & garlic Smoked salmon w/ crème fraiche & chives Finely crumbed fish cake w/ coriander Meatballs baked w/ neapolitan sauce Vegetables samosas Roasted pumpkin soup Duck pancakes w/ cucumber, coriander & hoi sin Wild mushroom & mozzarella arancini GOURMET BOX SELECTION (Select x 1) Pumpkin & spinach risotto Crumbed fish fillet w/ chips & tatare sauce Feta cheese, rocket & roasted pumpkin salad w/ pine nuts and balsamic Spirals pasta w/ grilled marinated vegetables, olives, pesto & shaved parmesan Penne pasta w/ neapolitan sauce olives, feta, basil, cherry tomatoes DESSERT CANAPÉS (Select x 2) Chocolate mudcake Mango & passionfruit cheesecake Classic chocolate brownies Mini pavlovas CHILDREN S MENU ($35 PER CHILD) Main Selections: Battered fish w/ salad & chips Chicken schnitzel w/ salad & chips Calamari w/ salad & chips Dessert: Ice cream w/ strawberry, caramel or chocolate topping
SAMPLE EVENT TIMING LUNCH 11.30am 12 noon Garden Ceremony 12:00pm Arrival of guests into reception venue 12:00pm Beverages & canapés are served in garden (weather permitting) 12:35 pm Guests seated 12:45 pm Entrance of bridal party 1:00 pm Entrée (alternate service) 1:30pm Speeches 2.00 pm Main course 2:30pm Cutting of cake 3:00 pm Serving of desserts 3:30 pm Orders taken for tea & coffee, cake served 4:00 pm Bouquet toss 4:15pm Bar closes 4:15 pm Bride & groom send off 4:30 pm Conclusion - guests to depart DINNER 5.00pm 5.30pm Garden ceremony 5.30 pm Arrival of guests into reception venue beverages & canapés are served in terraced garden 6.00 pm Guests are invited to be seated in the restaurant 6.15pm Entrees are served 6.45pm Speeches + cake cutting 7.15pm Mains course 7.45pm Dessert 8.15pm First dance 8.45pm Cake served & orders of tea & coffee 9.30pm Bouquet toss & bride & groom send off 9.45pm Bar closes 10.00pm Conclusion - guest to depart