Birthday Party Venues in Wickham

Choosing the Right Birthday Party Venue

Albert Street and Hannell Street hold Wickham's birthday options, and each venue suits a different kind of celebration. A milestone dinner, a big party over the marina and a casual pub get-together are all within the suburb, which sits just west of Newcastle West by the harbour.

Three styles of birthday, three Wickham addresses:

The Flotilla, 9 Albert St – a seasonal restaurant with Vecina, a private dining room for up to 24, and set menus From $95 per person
For an intimate dinner, The Flotilla's semi-private nook between its two rooms seats six to eight
Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club, 95 Hannell St – six function spaces, each with a private balcony or deck facing the water, and canapé packages From $42 per person
Opened into one room, the Bridge and Retreat hold a 250-strong cocktail crowd, and non-members can book
The Albion Hotel, 72 Hannell St – a corner pub with canapé packages From $38 per person and platters for eight to ten

The Albion can also arrange flowers and balloon installations through local suppliers, and it has rooms upstairs for guests who want to stay the night after the party.

A family milestone dinner suits The Flotilla, where the seasonal set menu or a shared steak dinner off the grill fills the table, with matched wines on a three-hour package.
A big birthday with live music suits the yacht club, where live music can be booked for Bridge and Retreat events and the Lawn Tables take 50 to 70 outdoors.
A relaxed pub birthday suits The Albion, with share plates, cheese and antipasto, and fresh prawns with oysters on the platters.
A pizza party works at the yacht club too, where a pizza station pairs sourdough pizzas with beer, wine and soft drinks.

Booking terms at each venue

The Flotilla takes a deposit to hold the date, wants confirmed numbers and food payment 14 days out, and runs bookings for up to four hours.
Yacht club final menu choices go to the functions team a week before, and room hire applies to the main rooms.
The Albion holds groups of 21 or more with a card pre-authorisation and needs final numbers five business days ahead.
Outside food and drink isn't allowed at The Albion without approval, so ask before bringing a cake.

Common Questions About Venues for Birthday Parties

Which Wickham venue suits a 60th dinner for 20?

The Flotilla's private dining room, Vecina, seats up to 24, and its function set menus start From $95 per person. The whole restaurant seats 40 for exclusive hire.

Where can I hold a big 21st in Wickham?

Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club takes the most guests – up to 250 cocktail-style across the combined Bridge and Retreat – and every space has a balcony or deck over the water.

When is The Flotilla open?

It opens for lunch from Friday to Sunday and dinner from Thursday to Saturday, and the whole restaurant can be reserved for a function.

Can The Albion Hotel help with decorations?

Yes. The pub can arrange flowers and balloon installations through local suppliers, and cocktails on arrival can be added to a canapé package.