HostCo The University of Sydney Weddings
In hosting weddings at HostCo, couples are treated to an exceptional experience within the captivating Holme Building at the University of Sydney. With a range of versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces, HostCo offers a picture-perfect setting for wedding celebrations of all sizes and styles. From intimate ceremonies in historic chapels to enchanting garden receptions, each wedding is tailored to the couple’s vision, with classic and timeless features adding a touch of elegance and charm. With meticulous attention to detail and a team of dedicated professionals, HostCo ensures a seamless and memorable wedding day, allowing couples and their guests to create lasting memories in the exquisite surroundings of this prestigious venue.
The Scene at HostCo The University of Sydney
HostCo provides a remarkable wedding experience within the captivating Holme Building at the University of Sydney. The venue offers a unique and picturesque location, creating an atmosphere of timeless charm and elegance. With a range of indoor and outdoor spaces available, couples have the flexibility to customize their wedding to suit their vision. From intimate ceremonies in beautiful courtyards to grand receptions in ornate banquet halls, HostCo offers versatile options to create a memorable celebration. The venue’s location within the University of Sydney grounds adds to its appeal, providing a serene and picturesque backdrop for wedding festivities. Couples and their guests can enjoy the beauty and versatility of HostCo’s wedding spaces, ensuring an unforgettable experience in a truly special setting.
HostCo The University of Sydney Wedding Ceremonies
HostCo offers a range of options for wedding ceremonies, providing couples with flexibility and convenience. Outdoor ceremonies can take place on the picturesque cottage lawns, offering a charming setting for exchanging vows. In the event of unfavourable weather conditions, an indoor space is available at no additional cost, subject to availability, ensuring a seamless transition. In addition to the outdoor options, HostCo also provides indoor venues as an alternative choice, allowing couples to tailor their ceremony to their preferences and needs.
HostCo The University of Sydney Wedding Receptions
HostCo offers a range of stunning on-site venues for unforgettable wedding receptions, each with its own unique characteristics. The Refectory impresses with its sky-high ceilings, French windows, heritage wood paneling, and a captivating feature mural, creating an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur. The Sutherland Room provides a versatile space that can be customized to suit the flow of your event, ensuring a seamless and tailored experience. The Colonnade and Terrace exude Mediterranean vibes, featuring grand arches and alfresco spaces that lend a touch of romance to your celebration. The Drawing Room offers an intimate and event-friendly setting, with classic paneling and exposed beams adding warmth and character. With their unique features and charm, these venues at HostCo offer the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable wedding reception.
Wedding Photography at The University of Sydney
Some of the most popular wedding photography locations at The University of Sydney are:
- The Quadrangle of the University of Sydney is a stunning location with its historic sandstone architecture and picturesque courtyards, providing a timeless backdrop for capturing beautiful moments.
- The Chau Chak Wing Museum offers a blend of contemporary design and artistic aesthetics, making it an intriguing choice for couples seeking a modern and unique setting for their wedding photos.
- Victoria Park, with its greenery, charming gardens, and serene ponds, provides a natural and romantic ambience, ideal for capturing unforgettable moments of love and celebration.
Capacity
Up to
500
Standing 
Up to
320
Theatre 
Up to
220
Dining 
Up to
180
Dinner & Dance 
Up to
160
Cabaret 
Up to
120
Classroom Wedding Venue Details
Outdoor
Facilities
Spaces At This Venue
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Refectory
With sky-high ceilings, French windows, and heritage wood paneling, the Refectory exudes grandeur and serves as a stunning backdrop for any event.
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Cullen Room
This versatile space can be customised to suit any occasion, offering flexibility and adaptability for a seamless event flow.
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Colonnade & Terrace
The Colonnade offers a stunning alfresco space with grand arches, while the Terrace provides a unique setting for long table affairs, both exuding Mediterranean charm.
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Courtyard
With lush greenery, serene ponds, and ample space, the Courtyard offers a natural and romantic ambience, perfect for hosting memorable events.
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Cottage Lawns
The picturesque Cottage Lawns provide an idyllic outdoor setting for ceremonies or post-event gatherings, surrounded by the beauty of the university grounds.
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With sky-high ceilings, French windows, and heritage wood paneling, the Refectory exudes grandeur and serves as a stunning backdrop for any event.
Guest Capacity
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 220Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
This versatile space can be customised to suit any occasion, offering flexibility and adaptability for a seamless event flow.
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
The Colonnade offers a stunning alfresco space with grand arches, while the Terrace provides a unique setting for long table affairs, both exuding Mediterranean charm.
Guest Capacity
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 80Standing: 0 - 100
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
With lush greenery, serene ponds, and ample space, the Courtyard offers a natural and romantic ambience, perfect for hosting memorable events.
Guest Capacity
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 250Standing: 0 - 500
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
The picturesque Cottage Lawns provide an idyllic outdoor setting for ceremonies or post-event gatherings, surrounded by the beauty of the university grounds.
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
Events Catering
Location
Nearby attractions:
- BridgeClimb Sydney
- Sydney Tower Eye
- Powerhouse Museum
Nearby hotels:
- Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
- The Ultimo Sydney
- Novotel Sydney Olympic Park
Venue Testimonials
We had our wedding ceremony, afternoon tea and entertainment (the intermission in the Quadrangle) then reception all at the University of Sydney in the Great Hall. HostCo helped us with all furniture hire, the massive change over in the venue space, catered afternoon tea, provided a coffee cart and most of all helped us deliver the most delicious 3 course dinner. The entire team lead by Tran will always have such a special place in our hearts and in our memories from our wedding day. Tran was always incredibly fast to reply to all messages and emails and provided so much advice and support beyond the scope of our package. Special mention also goes to the forever smiley and enthusiastic Joe who had been there to assist since our first menu tasting right through to the end of our reception!
Julie T
Thank you to the best wedding co-ordinator ever - Tran Howlett, she was amazing for everything up to and including the day, the whole process was so easy because of her and the whole day was beyond our expectations. Amazing support also from the entire HostCo team and thank you to Rafael on the night who took great care of the event. Finally the food was the buzz of the night, 5 star dishes from Canapes, Entree's Mains and Deserts + the additional hand made chocolates which all our guests loved. Overall the best day ever because of Tran and HostCo - Thank you for everything again.
Gerald D.
HostCo were the venue and contractors who I engaged for my wedding at the University of Sydney this Saturday. I wanted to say the most enormous thank you to the venue manager Tran, floor manager Raf and their staff. Largely thanks to their input and careful preparations, Saturday was more perfect and delightful than we could ever have envisaged! Nothing was too hard for them every step of the way and they even let me change my mind a few times in the months leading up to the event. As far as I'm aware, every single guest had an amazing time. The food, in particular, made a big impression and most of our 100 guests commented on how good it was. It was the string trio and beautiful greenery and the arbour that Tran arranged via Anna Wang which really made it for me though!
Sarah V.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wedding receptions incur a minimum spend of $15,000 for The Refectory & Courtyard. A minimum spend of $6,000 is required for the Cullen Room and Sutherland Room.
The capacity for events and weddings at HostCo varies depending on the specific event spaces and setups. Here is a general overview of the capacity for some of the venues:
- Refectory: The Refectory has a floor area of 298 square meters and can hold up to 220 guests in a banquet-style setup or up to 500 guests in a cocktail arrangement.
- Sutherland Room: With a floor area of 168 square meters, the Sutherland Room can accommodate up to 90 guests in a banquet-style setup or up to 150 guests in a cocktail arrangement.
- Colonnade & Terrace: The Colonnade offers a stunning alfresco space, while the Terrace provides a unique setting for a long table affair. This space can hold up to 80 guests at a long table setup or up to 100 guests in a cocktail arrangement.
- Courtyard: The Courtyard has a floor area of 608 square meters and can accommodate up to 250 guests in a banquet-style setup or up to 500 guests in a cocktail arrangement.
Weddings at HostCo can run until 3am. No extensions on time are available.
A wedding at HostCo is a memorable and personalised experience. With stunning venues, attentive service, and exquisite catering, your wedding day is crafted to reflect your unique style and create lasting memories.
Paid parking is available on the university campus.
