Preston Manor
ProHighlights
- Restored colonial homestead on the range outside Toowoomba, with views west over the Darling Downs
- The Manor and the Pavilion each seat up to 120, and the century-old Chapel holds 80
- Only one event is booked at a time, so the house and grounds are yours alone
About Preston Manor
Preston Manor is a restored colonial homestead at Top Camp on the edge of Toowoomba, looking west over the slopes of the Great Dividing Range. Gardens cover more than a quarter of the estate, lined with Canary Island palms. The estate is mainly a wedding venue, but it also takes corporate functions, team days and private events. Only one booking runs at a time, giving each group sole use of the buildings and grounds. The Manor is the dining room, set up for seated meals of up to 120 guests. The Pavilion beside it has covered seating, built-in sound and lighting, heaters and fans, and can be fully enclosed when the weather turns. After a ceremony the Pavilion is reset as the dance floor for live music. The Chapel, about a hundred years old, holds up to 80, and the Lawn with its festoon lights suits an outdoor ceremony or relaxed reception. Food is led by Chef Nick with a paddock to plate approach, served share style from canapés through to platters, with wood-fired pizza and smoked meats from the estate's own oven and smoker. Beer comes from Bone Idol Brewery on site, poured with a chosen wine list and the house cocktail. For business groups the estate pitches itself as a calm setting away from the office for conferences, workshops, launches and client events. Larger standing crowds can spread across the pavilion and grounds.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can Preston Manor hold?
The Manor and the Pavilion each take up to 120 seated guests, and the Chapel holds up to 80. Bigger standing or cocktail-style crowds can use the Pavilion and the grounds.
Does Preston Manor host events other than weddings?
Yes. Weddings are the main focus, but the estate also hosts corporate gatherings, conferences, team-building days, product launches and private functions.
Will other events be running on the same day?
No. The estate takes one function at a time, so your group has exclusive use of the facilities and grounds.
What food and drinks are served?
The kitchen serves seasonal, locally sourced food share style, including wood-fired pizza and smoked meats. Beer is brewed on site by Bone Idol Brewery, alongside a curated wine list and cocktails.
Can we view the estate before booking?
Yes. Viewings of the estate can be booked ahead, and a deposit and signed agreement secure your date once you decide to go ahead.
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Alan Cunningham
2 months ago
Fantastic venue for functions and weddings ! Excellent chef with great food , incl smoked meats & pizza . Well stocked bar with range of summer cocktails. Awesome FOH service ! Thank you
Jonno
a year ago
First time visiting Preston manor as we are here for the "Bone idol bar" pop-up event and I have to say... what a stunning place! The venue has a comfortable homely feel to it with a gorgeous breeze. The layout here is f…
Stephen Turner
3 years ago
What a wonderful spot to spend a Sunday for lunch and afternoon. We arrived around 12:30 and although the carpark was full we got a nice shady park on the verge. This place is great for gatherings, this place is set-up f…
Guylaine Leduc
3 years ago
I had the most delightful experience with my friend today . The venue is exquisite, we felt welcomed and personally catered for. We ate the most beautiful vegan pizza and mouth watering garlic mushrooms. Our meal was acc…
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