Village Chapel - The Historic Village

Village Chapel

This beautiful wooden chapel provides a picture-perfect place to say, ‘I do’ and celebrate your big day. Everyone is welcome at this interdenominational venue.

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Charming wedding venue set among scenic gardens

Walk beneath a rustic archway and up the rose-lined cobblestone pathway to make a grand entrance at your wedding.

This romantic wooden chapel was lovingly built in the 1970s using historic elements sourced from many different buildings and churches around the Bay of Plenty. Decorative and stained glass windows make this a light filled space and traditional wooden pews feature comfortable bench cushions for your guests.

Skillfully crafted tukutuku panels adorn the wooden walls and traditional kōwhaiwhai patterns grace the ceiling beams, reflecting New Zealand’s indigenous culture. A mural at the rear of the chapel symbolises the coming together of Māori and Pakeha through Christianity.

A booking at this popular wedding venue includes the Village Amphitheatre next door (free of charge), giving you flexibility and the security of both an indoor and outdoor option for your big day. The Village can also provide on-site beauty, hairdressing, reception venues and catering services, while our 5.5ha site features lush bush and rustic backdrops which are a wedding photographer’s dream.

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Village map

Illustrated map of The Historic Village's venues

Village Green

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Village Green


Bring the community together by holding your next festival or event here. Host live music, erect marquees, set up food trucks, run live demonstrations and more.

Village Amphitheatre

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Village Amphitheatre


With built-in terrace seating and a medium-sized stage, this is an idyllic place for outdoor wedding ceremonies, presentations or small performances.

Durham Barracks

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Durham Barracks


A replica of the barracks once occupied by the British Army, this building is now an elegant and comfortable meeting room which boasts picturesque views.

Village Hall

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Village Hall


This prime venue near our main entrance is ideal for conferences, meetings, banquet dinners, trade exhibitions, award ceremonies and wedding receptions.

Balcony Room

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Balcony Room


Socialise in style and enjoy sweeping views across The Village. Host wedding receptions, conferences, banquet dinners, hui or parties and dance the night away.

Street surfaces

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Street surfaces


Take over The Historic Village’s cobblestoned streets and create a market, festival or dining experience filled with ambience and nostalgia.

Village Chapel

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Village Chapel


This beautiful wooden chapel provides a picture-perfect place to say, ‘I do’ and celebrate your big day. Everyone is welcome at this interdenominational venue.

Village Cinema

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Village Cinema


Host movie screenings, conference break-out sessions, award ceremonies, fundraisers, kid’s parties and more, inside this distinctive and highly decorative venue.

Schoolhouse

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Schoolhouse


Step inside Mount Maunganui’s original century-old schoolhouse and enjoy the nostalgia and character alongside all the comforts of a modern meeting room.

Front Lawn

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Front Lawn


This grassed area near The Village entrance can be hired for games and activities, outdoor dining or as an additional spill-over space for your indoor event.

Opening hours

Grounds: 7 days a week, 7.30am - 10pm

Retail stores: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am - 3pm. Some stores are open on Sundays and Mondays

Office: Monday to Friday, 9am - 3pm. Closed public holidays

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