Birthday Party Venues in the Huon Valley

Choosing the Right Birthday Party Venue

Down in the Huon Valley, the listed birthday option is at Grove on the Huon Highway: Willie Smith's Apple Shed, a cider house in an old timber apple packing shed. It is an evening venue for a big party rather than a lunch spot, and the whole building is booked exclusively.

Plan it as a night out in the valley, with transport arranged and a run sheet that fits the shed's hours.

Planning a valley birthday at Grove:

Expect a celebration sized from about 140 at tables up to 200 on their feet, which suits a milestone with a long guest list.
Hire for the evening is from $2,000 room hire, with staff, furniture and the house sound system included.
The shed is set up for a band or DJ, with space for dancing once the food is cleared.
The drinks list leans on the family's orchard-made cider and apple spirits, with beer, wine and an alcohol-free cider too.
A little museum on the valley's apple-growing past sits inside the shed.

Ask whether a bar tab suits your party, since the venue offers one alongside its catering.
Check how the shed is arranged for your numbers, and where a cake table and speeches fit.
Confirm the evening times: arrivals from 6pm, last drinks at 11pm and departure by 11:45pm.
Ask whether the outdoor deck and lawn are open to guests during the party.

Travelling into the Huon Valley for the night

Book a coach or booked drivers from the city for the group, as drinking is a big part of the evening.
Settle the return time in advance so the coach is waiting when the shed closes.
For a casual crowd, canapés and a grazing spread keep people on their feet and talking.
For a family dinner, ask about two or three seated courses served alternate drop or as share platters.

Common Questions About Venues for Birthday Parties

Where in the Huon Valley can I hold a birthday party?

At Grove, Willie Smith's Apple Shed hosts birthdays with exclusive evening hire of its cider shed.

How many guests can a Huon Valley birthday at Grove take?

Up to 200 standing, or 140 at seated tables.

Is the Apple Shed's birthday hire just for the evening?

Yes. It runs from a 6pm arrival to an 11:45pm finish, and the bar stops serving at 11pm.

What does evening hire of the Grove shed include?

From $2,000 room hire covers exclusive use, staff, set-up, cleaning, furniture and the sound system with a cordless microphone.

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