Shepherds Corner

Overview

• A charming country wedding venue in the Hunter Valley region of NSW where your ceremony, reception and wedding photography can all take place in one location, with indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception options.
• Located 10 minutes from Maitland, 45 minutes from Newcastle, and 2 hours from Sydney.
• Set across two acres of picturesque grounds, surrounded by rolling farmland and rural views + Home to a historic sandstone chapel,
• Couples have the freedom to tailor their wedding day and choose their preferred suppliers.

💍 The Ceremony

The Sandstone Chapel

• A beautiful heritage-listed sandstone chapel with timeless gothic character.
• A romantic setting with seating for over 100 guests.
• Non-denominational and ideal for couples wanting a traditional indoor ceremony.

The Paddock

• An outdoor ceremony option overlooking the surrounding farmland.
• Lush green grass, open skies and distant mountain views create a beautiful country backdrop.
• Perfect for a relaxed outdoor ceremony surrounded by nature.

🥂 The Reception

The Garden & Grounds

• Enjoy drinks and canapés in the outdoor areas surrounding the historic buildings.
• A relaxed setting for guests to mingle before moving into the reception.

The Schoolhouse

• A character-filled timber reception space with an adjoining undercover deck.
• Comfortably seats up to 120 guests, with ample room for a dance floor.
• Tables, white event chairs, crockery, cutlery and glassware are included.
• Kitchen facilities, drinks fridge, toilets, parking and power points are also available.

📸 Photo Locations

• The historic sandstone chapel provides a beautiful heritage backdrop.
• Open farmland and rolling countryside surrounding the property.
• The Paddock offers wide-open landscapes and distant mountain views.
• The timber Schoolhouse and undercover deck provide rustic, character-filled backdrops.
• The surrounding gardens and grounds offer plenty of options for relaxed couple and bridal party portraits.
• With the ceremony, reception and photography all onsite, couples can enjoy their day without travelling between locations.

🍽️ Catering

• Shepherds Corner has partnered with a local catering team to provide a range of wedding menus.
• Flexible catering options are available to suit different wedding styles and budgets.
• Couples have the flexibility to tailor their catering to their celebration.

🍷 Drinks

• BYO drinks, giving couples flexibility over their beverage selection.
• RSA-certified bar staff are provided to serve drinks throughout the reception.
• The bar closes at or before 10pm, with the property closing at or before 11pm.