Gabbinbar
ProHighlights
- Heritage-listed homestead on 13 acres of gardens, booked for one wedding at a time
- Glass-roofed Conservatory or Homestead Lawn receptions for up to 150 guests
- All-inclusive package with a four-course menu and 7.5 hours of drinks
About Gabbinbar
Gabbinbar is a heritage-listed homestead on Ramsay Street in Middle Ridge, on the southern edge of Toowoomba. Built from 1876 with Gothic Revival gables and leadlight windows, it served as the summer residence of Queensland's Governors, and it now hosts weddings on 13 acres of established gardens. Each couple has exclusive use of the estate from 8am. The day can start in The Retreat, where the package includes brunch and drinks for the couple and five of their wedding party, and the property is pet-friendly. Vows can be said at The Pavilion, in The Woods, or on either the Cedar Lawn or the Governor's Lawn. Between the ceremony and dinner, guests can explore the grounds, play chess or croquet on the lawn, or use the tennis court. Receptions run in the Conservatory, under a glass ceiling and chandelier with French doors to a courtyard garden, or outdoors on the Homestead Lawn beneath festoon lights. Both seat up to 150 guests at long or round tables. After the formalities, the party moves into the ballroom, added to the house in 1881, with timber floorboards and three crystal chandeliers. Bands, DJs or your own playlist all work in here. The all-inclusive package covers planning through an online portal, styling furniture, linen and tableware, a four-course menu and 7.5 hours of beverages. Sparkler exits, fireworks, supper stations and dessert bars can be added.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can Gabbinbar seat for a reception?
Both reception settings, the glass-roofed Conservatory and the outdoor Homestead Lawn, hold up to 150 guests. Tables can be set long or round.
What is included in the wedding package?
The package covers exclusive use of the 13-acre estate, wedding planning and on-the-day coordination, a four-course menu and 7.5 hours of beverages. Furniture, linen, crockery, French oak chairs, a sound system and microphone are all part of it.
Where can we hold the ceremony?
Couples choose from four spots on the estate: the Cedar Lawn, The Pavilion, the Governor's Lawn or The Woods. Guests then gather in the gardens for drinks and canapés before the reception.
Can we have a band or DJ?
Yes. Live bands, DJs and your own playlist are all welcome, and the dancing usually happens in the historic ballroom after the formalities.
Can our dog be part of the day?
Yes, the estate is pet-friendly. A dog can join the morning preparations in The Retreat and the photos in the gardens.
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Sarah E
a week ago
Choosing Gabbinbar as our wedding venue was genuinely one of the best decisions we have ever made. In fact, it was the only venue we ever enquired with, and we booked it before we had even seen it in person! From the ver…
Graeme Passmore
a month ago
Gabbinbar Homestead is without a doubt one of the most spectacular wedding venues in Queensland, and a place that will always hold a special place in my heart! As a wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience,…
Isabella Seymour
a month ago
There truly aren’t enough words to express how grateful we are to Gabbinbar for giving us the most incredible wedding day we could ever have imagined. From the very beginning, the entire Gabbinbar team made us feel so g…
Steve Carr
3 months ago
Outstanding venue for a wedding, one of the best we've attended. The grounds are just beautiful perfect for the occasion. So are the buildings, and so well prepared for the event. The staff were fantastic, attentive, hel…
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