Weddings At Swallowfield Vineyards

Vineyard views, forest backdrops, and unforgettable food service by Essential Catering

  • Complete catering service with setup, staff, and pack-down included
  • Warm, professional team to keep your day running smoothly
  • Flexible dining options for cocktail, shared, or seated receptions
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Celebrate Your Day At This Hidden Gem

Just over an hour from Melbourne, Swallowfield Vineyards in Gembrook feels a world away. With rolling fields, a private pine forest, heritage stables, and sweeping views of the Yarra Valley, this boutique family-owned estate is made for memorable wedding celebrations. Whether you’re planning an outdoor ceremony beneath an old oak tree or a rustic reception warmed by a crackling fireplace, Swallowfield offers the space, charm, and flexibility to bring your wedding vision to life.

It’s a setting that deserves catering to match. Our team at Essential Catering is experienced with weddings at Swallowfield and understands how to make your day run effortlessly, with thoughtful menus, smooth service, and attention to every little detail from start to finish.

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Why Couples Love Weddings at Swallowfield Vineyards

  • Private vineyard estate with pine forests, oak trees, rolling fields, and vineyard views
  • Multiple ceremony locations including the forest, lily pond, lawn, and grand oak tree
  • Rustic Stables reception space with timber beams and a working fireplace
  • Outdoor lawn receptions with room for long tables and fairy lights
  • Capacity for up to 100 seated guests or 130 for cocktail-style celebrations
  • Wet weather backup options and midweek micro wedding packages available
  • Full kitchen facilities and flexible layout for personalised catering
  • Endless photo opportunities: vineyard rows, lily pond, open fields, and horses
  • Exclusive venue access and relaxed countryside setting just over an hour from Melbourne
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Wedding Catering at Swallowfield by Essential Catering

A relaxed country venue like Swallowfield Vineyards deserves catering that reflects its natural beauty and laid-back charm. With over 16 years of experience, Essential Catering brings vibrant menus, flawless food, and thoughtful service to weddings across the Yarra Valley and Melbourne.

We understand how to deliver seamless food and beverage service in outdoor and open-air settings, from canapés on the lawn to shared feasts under the stars. Our team works closely with you to ensure every detail aligns with your setting, your vision, and your guest experience so your day feels effortless from beginning to end.

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Fresh, Vibrant Menus

Weddings at Swallowfield are picturesque and relaxed, and your catering should feel just as considered. Our seasonal menus are fresh, vibrant, and designed to suit the style and flow of your day.

Choose from a variety of service styles, including:

  • Cocktail-style catering with roaming canapés and grazing tables
  • Shared banquet feasts served down long timber tables
  • Casual BBQs and hearty buffets
  • Formal plated multi-course meals
  • Desserts, late-night snacks, and signature additions

Our team brings everything needed to deliver a smooth, enjoyable dining experience. All menus can be tailored to your tastes, event format, and any dietary requirements your guests may have.

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All the Essentials (and More) Included

At Essential Catering, we keep things simple, well-organised, and stress-free. Our wedding catering packages include everything needed to deliver smooth service from beginning to end, with no hidden extras or last-minute surprises.

What’s included in every Swallowfield wedding:

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Pre-wedding menu tastings to help finalise your selections

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Professional wait staff to keep food and drinks flowing

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A dedicated event manager to oversee all catering details

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Setup and pack down, plus all crockery, cutlery, and glassware

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Service styles tailored to suit outdoor receptions and open-air layouts

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Menu options that accommodate dietary needs and guest preferences

We’ve catered countless vineyard and countryside weddings, and our team brings calm, care, and quality to every celebration.

Seamless Catering for Swallowfield Weddings

Swallowfield is the kind of venue that gives you room to make the day your own. With open lawns, forest surrounds, and space to create everything from intimate gatherings to relaxed outdoor receptions, it’s a setting that invites personal expression. Our job is to ensure the catering feels just as considered.

At Essential Catering, we work closely with your venue, marquee team, and stylists to deliver smooth, professional service that complements your setup. Whether you’re dining beneath festoon lights, serving canapés on the lawn, or creating a shared feast under the trees, we make sure the food service flows naturally with the atmosphere of your day.

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Why Couples Trust Essential Catering

Couples across Melbourne and the Yarra Valley choose us because we make wedding catering feel simple, joyful, and completely personalised. We’ve catered hundreds of weddings in unique locations and know how to get it right—quietly and confidently, behind the scenes.

With Essential Catering, you can expect:

  • Thoughtful, seasonal menus tailored to your style
  • Service formats to suit both intimate and large gatherings
  • No hidden costs—just transparent, all-inclusive quotes
  • A calm, friendly team that works around your needs
  • Food that leaves your guests talking long after the night ends

Start Planning Your Swallowfield Vineyard Wedding

Let’s bring your wedding day to life with food that’s as memorable as the view. At Essential Catering, we take care of every detail so you can relax, celebrate, and soak it all in.

Call (03) 9761 4188 to speak with our wedding catering team or get a fast, custom quote today.

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They catered to our dietary requests brilliantly and everyone was raving about the delicious food!

SARAH H.
Paynes Rise, Yarra Valley

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