Weddings At The Timber Yard, Melbourne

Exceptional Wedding Catering for One of Melbourne’s Most Unique Warehouse Venues

  • Our team brings flawless flavours to every corner of The Timber Yard
  • Seamless catering, vibrant menus, and attentive service all included
  • All-inclusive catering packages with setup, service, and pack down provided
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Create Your Dream Wedding at The Timber Yard

If you’re searching for a Melbourne wedding venue that feels completely unique, The Timber Yard offers the perfect backdrop for couples who want something different. Combining urban-industrial character with sprawling, flexible spaces, this iconic warehouse venue lets you bring your dream day to life, your way.

Located in Port Melbourne, just minutes from the CBD, The Timber Yard blends rustic charm, modern amenities, and endless possibilities. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a large-scale wedding, this versatile space can be tailored to reflect your love story.

And when it comes to food? That’s where Essential Catering steps in delivering flawless flavours, seamless service, and complete peace of mind for your wedding day.

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Industrial Wedding Venue with Limitless Potential

The Timber Yard is one of Melbourne’s most sought-after industrial-style venues and for good reason. Couples love the combination of its raw, urban aesthetic with lush outdoor areas and flexible floor plans.

Here’s why The Timber Yard is a favourite for Melbourne weddings:

  • A historic warehouse restored with contemporary finishes
  • Over 6000m² of indoor and outdoor event space
  • Lush turfed courtyard perfect for ceremonies or cocktail hour
  • Adaptable spaces for both intimate weddings and large-scale receptions
  • Located in Port Melbourne with easy access for guests
  • Plenty of room for creative styling, entertainment, and bespoke floor plans

From romantic garden ceremonies to atmospheric cocktail parties or grand sit-down receptions, The Timber Yard can be transformed to match your wedding vision.

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Industrial-Chic Style Meets Total Flexibility

Formerly a timber storage and fabrication facility, The Timber Yard has been thoughtfully restored to create an urban sanctuary with character and charm. The venue seamlessly fuses the raw textures of timber and steel with greenery and modern touches.

You’ll have full creative control over how the space comes to life. Whether you imagine floral installations hanging from beams, rustic wooden tables beneath festoon lights, or a vibrant outdoor lounge area, The Timber Yard offers limitless potential.

And with Essential Catering handling the food and service, every element of your celebration will feel polished, stress-free, and uniquely yours.

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Flawless Wedding Catering at The Timber Yard

A memorable venue deserves equally unforgettable food. At Essential Catering, we’ve been crafting exceptional wedding menus and seamless event experiences across Melbourne for over 16 years.

Here’s what sets our wedding catering apart:

  • Fresh, vibrant menus tailored to your tastes and dietary needs
  • Thoughtful inclusions like crockery, glassware, and place settings
  • Friendly, attentive wait staff who keep everything flowing
  • Behind-the-scenes set up, service, and clean-up so you can relax
  • Dedicated event managers ensuring flawless food service

We know how important your wedding day is. That’s why our team takes care of every catering detail, from perfecting your menu to keeping guests well-fed, glasses filled, and the vibe just right.

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Tailored Menus to Suit Every Style of Wedding

Every couple is different, your wedding menu should be too. Whether you’re planning a refined sit-down dinner, a relaxed grazing-style celebration, or vibrant cocktail catering, our menus are designed with flexibility and flavour in mind.

With years of experience catering weddings at Melbourne’s top venues, our team knows how to deliver exceptional food that suits your venue, style, and budget.

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Plated meals

Plated meals with beautifully presented entrees, mains, and desserts

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Grazing stations

Grazing stations and antipasto tables for laid-back feasting

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Roaming canapés

Roaming canapés for a social, cocktail-style celebration

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Interactive food stations

Interactive food stations to wow your guests

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Dessert bars and late-night snacks

Interactive Dessert bars and late-night snacks to keep the energy highstations to wow your guests

Complete Wedding Catering Packages with No Hidden Surprises

We believe your wedding catering should be simple, stress-free, and transparent. That’s why our packages come with everything you need for seamless service and no unexpected extras on your invoice.

  • Pre-wedding menu tasting so you can perfect your menu
  • Dedicated event supervisor overseeing your food service
  • Professional wait staff keeping food and drinks flowing
  • All crockery, cutlery, serving ware, and glassware provided
  • Full set-up, clean-up, and behind-the-scenes management

From the first planning meeting to the final canapé served, our team is with you every step of the way, ensuring your wedding at The Timber Yard runs smoothly.

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Stress-Free, Memorable Weddings with Essential Catering

Will there be enough canapés? Will the waiters keep glasses topped up? Will Uncle Greg’s extreme egg allergy be looked after? Absolutely.

Our experienced team has catered hundreds of Melbourne weddings, so we know how to handle every detail big or small. You can trust us to deliver flawless flavours, impeccable service, and peace of mind on your special day.

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

If you’re ready to bring your love story to life at The Timber Yard, we’d love to help. Essential Catering makes wedding planning easy, with delicious menus, experienced staff, and complete care from start to finish.Get in touch with our team for a fast, easy quote or to book your wedding tasting today.

Call (03) 9761 4188 for a personalised wedding catering quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Weddings at The Timber Yard

How many guests can The Timber Yard accommodate?
Is there outdoor space for ceremonies?
Can Essential Catering handle dietary requirements?
What style of catering suits The Timber Yard?

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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