Wedding FAQs

Attending a Bower event is like no other! With this in mind, see our suggestions and information that will make your time at The Bower Estate unforgettable:

Venue Open Times

Day hire of the venue runs from 9am to 10pm. After 10pm all guests must make their way home.

Capacity

Set on 120 acres, The Bower Estate has a space to suit any ceremony or event, ranging from intimate groves for two, right up to spaces that can accommodate 140 guests. The marquee included within your Bower package has the capacity to accommodate 120 guests with a dance floor, or 140 guests without a dance-floor.

Food and Beverage

Enhance your celebration with exceptional catering and beverage options! Choose from our trusted partner, Ridgeway Catering, known for their exquisite dining experiences, or opt for a variety of external providers, including food trucks and stylish kombi bars. Whatever your preference, we’ll help you create a memorable culinary experience. 

Transport

We recommend hiring a return bus from a Gold Coast location for your guests. Should guests wish to self-drive the car park can accommodate 40 cars. We do not recommend getting taxis or Ubers to/from the Estate. Should you require private transport we recommend organising this with a private company.

Amenities

The Estate has five toilet facilities, including an PWD bathroom and baby changing area. We have hand sanitiser and insect repellent available for all guests. 

Accessibility

We want to ensure all our guests can navigate around the estate with ease. The Bower Estate has an onsite buggy to transport ambulant guests and wedding party around the property.

Bower Cottage

The Bower Cottage can be used for wedding preparations and overnight stay. Should you wish to stay at the Cottage for your event or wedding it can only be guaranteed for Saturday night stays. All other nights are booked in tentatively.

Accommodation

If you are seeking accommodation for the night of the wedding, onsite the Bower Cottage sleeps a maximum of 10 people. Otherwise please see our list of suggested surrounding accommodation, The Star Casino or RACV Royal Pines Resort.  

Making Your Day Happen

Our venue is inclusive of event coordination. The coordination team will manage your entire day and personally oversee the execution of your wedding set up, styling and work with all involved (from musicians to your MC) to ensure your day runs smoothly. You will also have access to your own online planning portal and work with our team’s wealth of knowledge and wonderful preferred suppliers to help create your dream day.

Wedding Inclusions

We want to take the work out of your big day, we have a variety of options our team can discuss with you. Please see our wedding packages here for an inclusions list.


• Planning tools: floor plans, budget, itinerary, supplier list
• An event coordinator for your wedding day
• Exclusive use of The Bower Estate for the duration of your event
• Access to the Bower Cottage verandah
• 10 x 18m clear marquee with wooden floor
• 16 ceremony cedar bench seats (seating up to 80 people)
• Matching timber arbour
• Signing furniture for your ceremony
• Dining tables and chairs for up to 140 people
• Lawn games for cocktail hour
• Outdoor and marquee lighting; festoons and fairy lights
• On-site toilet amenities
• Five wine barrel tables
• Golf cart for ambulant access across the estate
• Access to the whole estate for photographs
• Welcome sign and easel
• Liaising with vendors prior to event for bump in and out
• Designated parking for 40 cars

*Please note not all event and wedding packages may offer all these inclusions.

    Banned Items

    Fireworks, paper lanterns in sky or waterways, balloons, non-organic or edible (including rice) confetti. 

    Sound Restrictions

    Music must not exceed 84 decibels as measured three metres from the speakers inside the marquee. No percussion instruments (e.g. drums) are allowed at the venue.

    Animals/Pets

    We adore furry friends and understand they’re part of the family! If you’d like to include your pet in your ceremony, we’d be delighted to consider it — we just ask that you obtain written approval from The Venue in advance.

    Recommended Vendors

    We’re proud to work with a selection of trusted suppliers who know our venue intimately and consistently deliver exceptional service. Once you’ve booked with us, we’ll share our curated list of recommended vendors — professionals we love working with and who create truly stunning experiences.
    That said, you’re welcome to choose your own vendors if you prefer. It’s your day, your way.

    Wet Weather Plan

    We’re always prepared for a little rain on your big day. For light showers, we provide umbrellas for you and your guests to stay dry while enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. If the weather turns wet, your ceremony can be seamlessly relocated to the charming Bower Cottage verandah (suitable for up to 100 guests) or the elegant marquee — ensuring comfort without compromising the magic.