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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have a question to ask. Chances are this award winning Melbourne wedding venue has heard it before. If you have a question, please do not hesitate to ask. We are here for you and your guests. Call us on (03) 5968 8392 or email us weddings@avaloncastle.com.au
 

GENERAL

1How Many Ceremony Locations Does Avalon Castle have?
We have 3 Ceremony locations to choose from:
  • The Gazebo
  • The Rose Terrace
  • The Chapel
2How Many Guests Can Avalon Castle Have?
Up to a 120 guests may attend your reception - or more for a cocktail event.
3Do We Organise Our Own Celebrant and Suppliers?
You will need to source and liaise with your own suppliers. Melbourne has a huge range of wonderful wedding professionals. We have a very good list of suppliers who are all moderately priced but highly skilled professionals: Djs, MCs, Celebrants, Photographers, Cake Makers, Florists etc.
 

BOOKING PROCESS

1Can we come and have a look at the Castle at a weekend?
Yes, you can come for a viewing in the weekend or during the week. Viewings must be booked in advance by calling one of our Wedding Coordinators on 59688392 or 0438873687. You can also email or book a tour online through the book a tour page on this website.
2How long can you provisionally hold a date for us?
Once you’ve been for a viewing, we can provisionally hold a date for you for 10 working days. If we haven’t had any other interest in that date by the end of the 10 days we can extend the hold for you but if we do have another couple interested in the date then we will ask you whether you would like to book or release the date at the end of the 10 days.
3What deposit do I have to pay when I confirm a date?
Once you have booked a date, we will send out our terms and conditions, they need to be signed and returned to Avalon Castle, via emailed, posted, or in person. As well as your deposit of $1000. Once we have received your deposit and your signed terms and conditions, we will send you your deposit receipt.
 

CATERING & WINE

1Do You Cater For Special Dietary Requirements?
We most certainly do. These days, we are all a lot more informed and we understand the food dietaries are incredibly important. No only do we cater for various dietaries such as vegans, vegetarians etc, but we go to great lengths to ensure that they are attended to. Food allergies (also) should be advised early.
2Does Avalon Castle provide food and drinks?

We provide all food and drinsk (beer, wine,etc) in all of our packages, we can however cater to third party catering and adjust prices to suit. If you are looking for an alcohol free wedding, we can adjust prices to suit this request. ​

Professional suppliers who are working at the reception venue and have been working for more than three hours will require a meal. This is charged to the couple at $50. All professional vendors are seated on the mezzanine area and this price only includes soft drink, we do not permit suppliers to have alcohol whilst they are working.

3What happens with my Wedding Cake?

We can serve your wedding cake as a dessert option with cream and berries for $6 per person. We offer complimentary cake cutting and service of your cake on the tea and coffee table, and a cake table for display.

If you would like your cake individually served, this must be pre-arranged prior to your wedding date. We provide standard cake bags if you would like guests to take your wedding cake home. If you want special bags or boxes you will need to provide them.

 

ACCOMMODATION

1Is Avalon Castle's accommodation available the night before my wedding?
You can choose to hire the Castle Cottage the night before or after your wedding. If available, this is heavily dependant on other wedding bookings. this can be determined 6-8 weeks before your wedding.
2How many guests can Avalon Castle Accommodate?

In total, we can sleep 22 guests overnight. We have 6 guest rooms, all with their own ensuites.

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3 doubles and 2 queens which also have a single bed, as well as 1 suite that has a Queen room with a separate lounge with a double bed and single bed. The price includes continental breakfast. We also have the Castle Cottage, typically used by the couple the night of the weddng.

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There are also B&B’s locally. We can give you the contact details of all local accommodation when you book.

3Do you have any nearby accommodation recommendations?
Yes, on our Guest Information page. We have added some a variety of local B 'n B's for your convenience.
 

LOGISTICS

1What time do we need to leave the Castle the next day?
You will need to be vacated by 10:00 am. This is so we can clean the rooms before the next event starts.
2Can you provide an easel to hold our table plan?
Yes, we provide an easel which can hold your table plan.
3What time do we have to finish the party?
In order to conform with our premises license and out of consideration for local residents, all weddings on Friday and Saturday night must finish by 11 pm. Every other day it must finish at 10pm including Sunday.
4When do I have to confirm final numbers?
We need an idea of your final numbers, 3 months prior to your wedding date with a progress payment. Your actual final numbers and menu need to be confirmed at least 3 weeks before your wedding.
5Can I bring my pets along?
Your furry friends are more than welcome to join in your ceremony and stay for photos. However you must say goodbye afterwards as no pets are allowed to come indoors for your reception or stay overnight. There are exceptions of course to all service animals.
 

CALL MELBOURNE'S PREMIER WEDDING VENUE

Contact us & see why couples everywhere love Avalon Castle

We run tours by prior appointment but if you are in the area, give us a quick call. We do not run tours during functions but drop us a line and let us know when you would like to visit.

Currently, we are required to pre-record names and contact details of all visitors to the castle.

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