Hens Party Venues in the Sutherland Shire

How to Choose the Right Hens Party Venue

Two quite different afternoons are on offer for a bride-to-be in the Shire: one up high over the surf at Cronulla, the other a relaxed feast at a cafe and wine bar in Grays Point.

Poolside Balcony @ Rydges Cronulla Beachside is a partly covered terrace above the palm trees on the Kingsway, looking out over Cronulla Beach, from $45 per person. Jack Gray on Grays Point Road can be booked as an indoor room, a terrace or the whole venue.

Choosing between them for the bridal party:

Views for the photos: the Rydges terrace looks straight out over Cronulla Beach, a backdrop that suits sunset drinks
A seated long lunch: Jack Gray's shared feast serves 30 to 85, or its set menus come in two, three or four courses
Dancing after the speeches: the Rydges balcony has a dance floor area, a PA and room for your own playlist or a DJ
A welcome drink for the hens: Jack Gray can add a spritz on arrival or an espresso martini station to its drinks packages
No drive home: Rydges has rooms on site, so the bride and her crew can stay the night

The balcony holds 50 standing or 24 around one table, which suits a tight group of close friends. Jack Gray's terrace alone seats 45, and taking the whole place fits 110 for cocktails.

Rydges is a short walk from the sand, handy if the day starts on the beach
Jack Gray's fit-out of terrazzo tables, communal grazing tables and a leather banquette suits a sit-down catch-up
The Rydges balcony is step-free and wheelchair accessible, which helps with older family guests
Jack Gray's team styles the space and sets it up, leaving the maid of honour free on the day

Weather, deposits and the fine print

The balcony is partly covered, and booking the hotel's Sutherland or Solander room adds an indoor backup at no extra charge for the terrace
Jack Gray asks for a non-refundable deposit up front, with the rest due 14 days before
Catering and drinks at Rydges come from the hotel itself
Live music at Jack Gray needs the venue's approval and must respect noise limits

Venues for Hens Parties: Your Questions Answered

Which Shire hens venue has the beach view?

Poolside Balcony @ Rydges Cronulla Beachside, a raised terrace on the Kingsway looking over Cronulla Beach. Jack Gray in Grays Point is an inland cafe and wine bar with an outdoor terrace instead.

How much does a hens party on the Rydges balcony cost?

It starts from $45 per person, and the balcony is included free when you book the hotel's Sutherland or Solander function room.

Can the hens bring their own music?

At the Rydges balcony you can play your own music or book a DJ through its PA system. Jack Gray allows live music with approval, within noise limits.

What does a hens lunch at Jack Gray involve?

Pick a set menu with alternate drop, a family-style shared feast or a canape package, then a drinks package or a host-set tab, with add-ons like an espresso martini station.

Hens Party Venues in Sutherland Shire

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