The Photographer’s Guide to a Romantic Cossars Wineshed Wedding
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Cossars Wineshed wedding
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Venue Fast Facts
- Location: Tai Tapu, Christchurch
- Capacity: 110 seated / 180 cocktail-style
- Spaces: Indoor rustic barn, mezzanine hall + outdoor limestone courtyard
- Accommodation: Exclusive day access (includes the on-site Moonlight Cottage dressing suite)
- Catering: Select list—collaborates with three premier local catering companies
- Preferred Vendors: Flexible options tailored to your wedding day styling needs
- Booking Lead Time: 12–18 months recommended for prime summer weekend dates
- Parking: Yes, secure on-site parking available for all guests
- Contact: cossars.co.nz | info@cossars.co.nz
Aesthetically Speaking: A Photographer’s Dream Canvas
- The Luminous Dining Hall: The main reception space features a gloriously high-ceiling dining hall flanked by a conservatory and mezzanine layer. This acts as a giant light reflector, allowing soft, natural illumination to highlight your tablescapes and skin tones beautifully.
- The Ultimate Capacity: The indoor layout accommodates up to 110 people for a sit-down function. For a livelier cocktail environment, the venue scales smoothly up to 180 people for a stand-up event.
- Stress-Free Coordination: Every package includes a dedicated Cossars event manager to keep your timeline on track.
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FAQ'S
Yes — Cossars Wineshed is a boutique wedding venue near Christchurch that offers both ceremony and reception spaces on site, with gorgeous outdoor and indoor options for your big day.
Cossars Wineshed is located at 29 Cossars Road, Tai Tapu, about a 20‑minute drive from central Christchurch.
There are multiple wedding ceremony options at Cossars, including:
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A clearing amongst the grapevines
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The lush lawn next to the courtyard overlooking vines, roses and lavender
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The courtyard itself in front of the barn doors.
The elegant French‑style reception hall can seat up to around 100–110 guests and the outdoor spaces provide flexibility for larger celebrations.
Couples love Cossars for its French‑inspired rustic charm, vineyard setting, limestone courtyard, terracotta tiled floors, high timber ceilings, and beautiful garden backdrops. The venue’s versatile spaces make it ideal for both ceremony and reception in one location.
Yes — the entire property is available for photos, including grapevines, lawn areas, garden corners, olive trees and the courtyard, offering a variety of scenic backdrops. A quick 5-minute drive will take you to a stunning field with views over Christchurch (available on request).
Cossars works with a range of experienced caterers offering everything from BBQ options and seasonal menus to bespoke sit‑down feasts, so couples have a choice of food styles for their wedding reception.
Yes — in addition to outdoor ceremony areas and the reception hall, the renovated barn space with recycled rimu floors can be used for a wet‑weather ceremony, an extra social area after dinner, or as a dance/entertainment space.
Wedding venue hire at Cossars Wineshed varies by season and guest numbers. Prices start at around $2,000 for a winter wedding with up to 69 guests and $4,000 for a summer wedding of the same size. Larger weddings or peak summer dates are slightly higher, with prices increasing for over 70 guests.
These fees cover venue hire only — catering, beverages, and extras are additional. Because pricing changes by season and year, it’s best to talk to the Cossars team for a detailed quote tailored to your wedding day.
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