Frequent Questions

How many guests can The Timber Yard accommodate?

The venue offers over 6000m² of flexible space, perfect for intimate weddings through to large celebrations. We’ll work with you to tailor the floor plan to your guest list.

Is there outdoor space for ceremonies?

Yes — The Timber Yard features a lush turfed courtyard, ideal for ceremonies, pre-reception drinks, or outdoor entertainment.

Can Essential Catering handle dietary requirements?

Absolutely. We can accommodate all dietary needs, including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and allergy-specific requests.

What style of catering suits The Timber Yard?

The venue works beautifully with both formal and relaxed catering. We offer cocktail-style menus, grazing stations, seated meals, and interactive food options to suit your style.

I’m not sure what food option I should choose - can you help?

Yes, our dedicated events manager Katrina has put together menus for hundreds of Melbourne weddings and she will be delighted to share her advice.

How do I get a wedding catering quote?

Simply contact us and chat to our events manager Katrina and she will put together an itemised wedding catering quote for you.

What are your payment terms? Do I pay a deposit?

Yes, you pay an initial installment to lock in your booking, and the balance is due 10 business days prior to your event.

We have no kitchen — do you have mobile ovens?

Yes, we have a variety of mobile kitchen equipment we can bring, including oviens. We just need allocated space to work from that has access to power.

Does it cost extra to bring your cooking equipment along?

Yes, we do charge additional fees if there is not a kitchen we can use to prepare your catering. We will itemise all the details of the additional charges in your custom quotation.

What’s included in the per person cost of your wedding catering service?

You get:

Expert advice on your menu
Free, no-obligation quote
Tasting session
Dedicated events manager on the day
Pre-wedding staging and event setup (if required)
Tables set with cutlery, dishes and glassware
Waiters to serve your food and drink selection to your guests
All cleanup after the event

Do you cater for dietary needs — is there any additional cost?

Yes, we cater to any dietary request that you or your guests may have. In order to plan the menu, we ask that you provide a list of each guest and their specific dietary requirements at least ten days in advance of your wedding. If your guest has a specific food intolerance, we will prepare a dish specifically for that guest. Plus, if there’s a dish you love, we can make it gluten free, vegan, dairy-free, nut free, etc. For each request that deviates from our main menu, we charge an additional $12 per person.

Where is the couples tasting event held and what is involved?

We invite you to our commissary kitchen in Bayswater North to taste a selection of yummy delights prepared by our team of foodies. Have your questions answered, taste a selection of amazing dishes from your menu of interest and our events teams will work with you to develop a draft schedule for your big day. Our chef and sales manager are on site to answer any questions you may have about finalising your menu. You are sure to leave with confidence that your wedding catering is in good hands.

Do you have a kids menu?

Yes, for children aged 2-12 we can provide a child’s meal for $18 per person. Alternatively, if the children are eating the same food as the adults, we offer a 25% discount off the adult price.

When do I need to notify you of final numbers?

Typically, we ask to know the numbers two weeks prior to the wedding so we can start preparing for your event in advance.

Is there a minimum number of guests?

Our menu prices are based on at least 40 guests. We can cater for smaller numbers, but a surcharge will apply.

How many waiters will I get?

It depends on the style of the event. For finger food events, we allow one food waiter per 50 people and for seated events we allow one waiter per 25 people. We believe plenty of staff make for a smooth, stress-free event for your guests so we always have more than adequate numbers of waiters and bartenders for your wedding. We also provide a dedicated event manager on site to supervise the waiters and bar staff during the food service at your wedding.

What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule?

As per our terms and conditions, if you wish to cancel:

With 176 days’ notice or more: 100% of the deposit will be refunded
With 21-176 days’ notice: 50% of the deposit will be refunded
With less than 21 days’ notice: the cancellation fee equals the total deposit and all non-refundable charges

If you wish to postpone:

With 21 days’ notice or more: 50% of the deposit will be refunded
With less than 21 days’ notice: the cancellation fee equals the total deposit and all non-refundable charges

I’m not sure what food option I should choose - can you help?

Yes, our dedicated events manager Katrina has put together menus for hundreds of Melbourne weddings and she will be delighted to share her advice.

How do I get a wedding catering quote?

Simply contact us and chat to our events manager Katrina and she will put together an itemised wedding catering quote for you.

What are your payment terms? Do I pay a deposit?

Yes, you pay an initial installment to lock in your booking, and the balance is due 10 business days prior to your event.

We have no kitchen — do you have mobile ovens?

Yes, we have a variety of mobile kitchen equipment we can bring, including oviens. We just need allocated space to work from that has access to power.

Does it cost extra to bring your cooking equipment along?

Yes, we do charge additional fees if there is not a kitchen we can use to prepare your catering. We will itemise all the details of the additional charges in your custom quotation.

What’s included in the per person cost of your wedding catering service?

You get:

Expert advice on your menu
Free, no-obligation quote
Tasting session
Dedicated events manager on the day
Pre-wedding staging and event setup (if required)
Tables set with cutlery, dishes and glassware
Waiters to serve your food and drink selection to your guests
All cleanup after the event

Do you cater for dietary needs — is there any additional cost?

Where is the couples tasting event held and what is involved?

Do you have a kids menu?

Yes, for children aged 2-12 we can provide a child’s meal for $18 per person. Alternatively, if the children are eating the same food as the adults, we offer a 25% discount off the adult price.

When do I need to notify you of final numbers?

Typically, we ask to know the numbers two weeks prior to the wedding so we can start preparing for your event in advance.

Is there a minimum number of guests?

Our menu prices are based on at least 40 guests. We can cater for smaller numbers, but a surcharge will apply.

How many waiters will I get?

What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule?

As per our terms and conditions, if you wish to cancel:

With 176 days’ notice or more: 100% of the deposit will be refunded
With 21-176 days’ notice: 50% of the deposit will be refunded
With less than 21 days’ notice: the cancellation fee equals the total deposit and all non-refundable charges

If you wish to postpone:

With 21 days’ notice or more: 50% of the deposit will be refunded
With less than 21 days’ notice: the cancellation fee equals the total deposit and all non-refundable charges

Weddings At The Timber Yard, Melbourne

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Create Your Dream Wedding at The Timber Yard

Industrial Wedding Venue with Limitless Potential

Industrial-Chic Style Meets Total Flexibility

Flawless Wedding Catering at The Timber Yard

Tailored Menus to Suit Every Style of Wedding

Plated meals

Grazing stations

Roaming canapés

Interactive food stations

Dessert bars and late-night snacks

Complete Wedding Catering Packages with No Hidden Surprises

Stress-Free, Memorable Weddings with Essential Catering

Planning a Wedding at The Timber Yard? Let’s Make It Unforgettable

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