A vineyard wedding, the way you’d plan it for yourself.
Forty acres of working vineyard in the Hunter Valley. A heritage stone barn, three ceremony spaces, and a team who’s been doing this long enough to have thought of everything — before you had to ask.
Up to 220
Guests
40 acres
Working vineyard
3 spaces
Ceremony & reception
280+
Weddings hosted
The property
Forty acres.
One wedding a day.
The Briar Estate was a working cattle property before we planted the first vines in 2002. The sandstone barn was built in 1887 and converted in 2009 — keeping the original ironbark beams, rough plaster walls, and the wooden doors that two hundred people have walked through since.
We host one event per day, always. The property is yours — the roads, the accommodation, the cellar door. Your guests feel it. It shows in the photographs.
Ceremony & reception
Three spaces, each designed around the light.
The Vineyard Lawn
Up to 180 guests
A ceremony held among the vines at golden hour. Stone aisle, hand-placed florals, and a view across the valley that needs no decoration. Covered canopy available for shelter.
Enquire about this spaceThe Briar Barn
Up to 220 guests
A heritage sandstone barn converted for events, with exposed timber, chandeliers, and a wraparound verandah. Catering kitchen on site. Dance floor and stage included.
Enquire about this spaceThe Terrace
Up to 60 guests
A north-facing flagstone terrace overlooking the lower vineyard. Ideal for smaller ceremonies, cocktail hour, or post-ceremony drinks while the room is set for dinner.
Enquire about this spaceWhat’s included
Packages for every kind of wedding.
Elopement
From $4,800
A ceremony on the vineyard lawn with a grazing table and celebrant coordination. Just the two of you and the people who matter most.
- Ceremony space (2 hrs)
- Basic florals
- Grazing table
- Estate wine pour
- Celebrant coordination
Estate Wedding
From $18,500
Full use of the vineyard lawn and Briar Barn for ceremony and reception. Our in-house events team handles the timeline, vendor coordination, and day-of management.
- Ceremony + reception spaces
- Full day exclusive access
- Events coordinator
- Tables, chairs & linen
- Estate wines by the bottle
Full Estate Buyout
From $32,000
The complete estate — all three spaces, on-site accommodation for 22 guests, exclusive use of the cellar door and winery yard. A weekend wedding, done properly.
- All three event spaces
- Two-night accommodation
- Rehearsal dinner space
- Cellar door access
- Dedicated event team
Our team
The people who make it happen.
Arabella Thornton
Estate Director & Lead Coordinator
Arabella has been part of The Briar Estate since it opened. She's coordinated 280+ weddings on the property and genuinely believes every one should feel like the first.
James Okafor
Executive Chef
Trained in Sydney and Lyon, James writes seasonal menus that take Hunter Valley produce seriously. Dietary requirements are handled without compromise.
Petra Hawkins
Florals & Styling Lead
Petra works from the estate's cottage cutting garden. Her florals are grown, not imported — which means they look like the landscape, not a florist window.
Real weddings
From the estate.
What couples say
Their day. Their words.
“We've been to twenty weddings in the Hunter Valley. None of them looked like ours. The Briar Estate team thought of things we never would have — and did them without being asked.”
“The barn at golden hour is something else. Our photographer said she'd never had a venue give her so much to work with. We're still getting messages about the photos six months later.”
“We did a weekender with the full buyout. 26 people, three nights, best weekend of our lives. The staff treated every guest like they were the only person there.”
Questions
Everything you’ll want to know first.
Do you have exclusive use at the estate?
Yes. All bookings are exclusive — one wedding per day, with private access to your booked spaces. Full estate buyout bookings are exclusive across all three spaces and the accommodation for the entire weekend.
What accommodation is on site?
The estate has four cottages sleeping a total of 22 guests. The main Homestead (sleeps 10), Vineyard Cottage (sleeps 6), and two Garden Suites (sleeping 3 each). Accommodation can be added to any package.
Can we bring our own caterer?
We work with our in-house kitchen for all catering — James and the team build a menu with you during your planning consultations. Outside caterers are not permitted, but all dietary requirements are accommodated.
What months are available for 2026?
We have limited Saturday availability in April, May, October, and November 2026. Friday and Sunday weddings remain available across most months. Contact us for the full availability calendar.
Is the property accessible?
Yes. All ceremony and reception spaces have level access, and the main barn has accessible amenities. We'll discuss specific requirements during your planning consultation.
Enquire
Tell us about your wedding.
Share your date, your guest count, and a little about what you’re after. Arabella will come back to you personally within 24 hours with availability and a suggested package.
- 742 Broke Road, Pokolbin NSW 2320
- (02) 4998 7755
- [email protected]
- Estate tours: Sat & Sun 10am–3pm
Wedding enquiry
Arabella responds personally · within 24 hours