The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

The Bowden Centre

Sitting amongst native Australian bushland, the Bowden Centre is a unique, warm and inspiring space.

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Location

The Bowden Centre, Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

Price

See full rate card below

Hire capacity

Up to 120 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Garden accessibility
Further info

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Contact

02 4634 7935

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Where nature's splendour meets contemporary elegance.

Surrounded by the serene beauty of the Cumberland Plain Woodland, this stunning venue provides the backdrop for a truly unforgettable experience.

The Bowden Centre was architecturally designed with ecological sustainability in mind. The building is lined with timber inside and out, and comprises of a 345m2 structure which houses one large 105m2 space with kitchen facilities, a 50m2 covered entertaining area or outdoor 'classroom' and a 30m long veranda that faces onto the adjoining open green.

The open green space immediately in front of the venue offers endless possibilities for outdoor activities and photo opportunities. The kitchen has a domestic stove, oven, dishwasher, and commercial fridge.

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Features:

  • 14m x 8m function room
  • 7m x 7m alfresco area
  • Large lawn spaces immediately in front of the venue
  • Warming kitchen with domestic stove, oven, dishwasher, and fridge
  • A/C
  • Vehicle escorts can be added to allow for a smooth set up and pack down of the event

Perfect for:

  • Weddings
  • Engagement parties
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Cocktail events
  • Christmas parties
  • Conferences
  • School groups
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Rate card

July 2024 to June 2025

Venue hire

DescriptionStandard fee
8-hour hire$1,805

16-hour hire (8am – midnight)

  • An Event Ranger must be added to the booking for all hours outside of Garden opening hours
$2,700
Additional hours$180 per hour

 

Miscellaneous charges

DescriptionStandard fee

Event Ranger (4 hour minimum)

  • Event Rangers can be added to your booking to manage RSA and conduct vehicle escorts
  • Event Rangers are mandatory for all after-hours events
  • Ratio is 1 Ranger to every 100 guests
$69 per hour

Vehicle Escort 

  • The Duty Ranger can escort >2 supplier vehicles at one time from P3 directly to the site to unload, and back to P3. The fee is applicable per escort.

$93 per escort 
Refundable Bond$1,000

Note:

  • All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
  • The above rates include site hire only, all furniture and equipment need to be arranged by the Hirer.
  • Duration of event booking includes set up and pack down of the event.
  • Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.

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Please contact us to discuss your wedding reception or for questions not covered on this page. Instant bookings are available for picnic, ceremony, photography and other venue hire requests.

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