Old St Michael's Church
Hosted by Corban Estate Arts Centre
SpacetoCo Host since December 2023 · 250 bookingsCorban Estate Arts Centre is an arts precinct in the heart of West Auckland, based on the historic grounds of the former Corban Estate Winery. Established in 2002, Corban Estate Arts Centre is now recognised as one of Aotearoa’s largest thriving Arts Centres, nurturing and supporting the local community through art and creativity, while being the custodians of one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s important historical legacies.
About this space
With a beautiful, paved entranceway the deconsecrated Old St Michael’s church provides a stunning venue for any event. Bench seating offers the chance to sit and chat whilst waiting for the wedding party's arrival or a spot to enjoy a well-deserved break away from a workshop.
Located on the main lawn of the Estate, the Church's surrounds offer the opportunity to throw out a picnic blanket in the sunshine or seek shelter under the plentiful tree canopy.
Quaint in size, its polished floorboards, tongue-and-groove wall panels, and leadlight windows nod to its rich history and former life across Great North Road, where it was originally built and stood for many years before being relocated to our historic site.
The Church is perfect for intimate gatherings, art workshops, celebrations, small civil ceremonies, film and television productions, and performances.
What's included
Capacity: 50 seated, 80 maximum
The hire of the space includes 8 trestle tables and 50 black vinyl seminar chairs.
The church has lighting and heating.
Wifi is available.
A small attached kitchen has a microwave, fridge, zip and dishwasher. There is a small amount of glasses, cups and plates in the kitchen (up to 10 of each). Hirers are welcome to bring their own food or caterers and extra crockery/glassware.
One accessible toilet is available within the church.
A small altar area which can be used as a stage.
5 double power points.
All colour-coded cleaning equipment and consumables are available in the space.
Additional Costs
A TV can be hired at an additional rate.
A Service Fee is applied to all casual bookings which covers the use of utilities and consumables during the hire (additional fees may apply for larger/longer bookings).
Security is required after 8pm at an additional cost.
A High-Impact Event surcharge of an additional 40% per hour may be charged for bookings that fall into the following categories:
All live audience and filming events
Events spread over the Estate using multiple spaces
Events with more than 100 participants (outdoor events over 150 participants require council permits)
Events requiring traffic management and/or large numbers of vehicles which exceed available car spaces.
Events with expected high noise levels, high electricity usage and/or waste management
Events requiring staff to provide additional support, and communication with estate residents.
Please read all of our space rules on this page before requesting a booking
Booking schedule
Extra items and charges
This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
2 Mount Lebanon Lane, Henderson, Auckland 0612, New Zealand
Opening times
Monday
6:00am - Midnight
Tuesday
6:00am - Midnight
Wednesday
6:00am - Midnight
Thursday
6:00am - Midnight
Friday
6:00am - Midnight
Saturday
6:00am - Midnight
Sunday
6:00am - Midnight
Rules
Decorations can be used with temporary fixings and all residue must be removed without damage to surfaces.
No naked flames, fires or fireworks can be used on the estate.
No confetti, rice or coloured powders can be used.
Booking time should include pack in and out times.
No 16th, 18th, 21st birthday parties - other celebrations will be approved at our discretion.
The space must be left clean at the end of the event and all rubbish must be taken away by the hirers.
Hirers can bring a DJ or band, however all noise is restricted from 10pm.
Hirers can bring their own certified tag and tested extension leads and equipment.
Security is required for bookings after 8pm
Hirers are able to serve alcohol but there is no guest BYO. A liquor licence and council permit are required for the sale of alcohol. Alcohol must not served to minors or intoxicated people and must not be consumed outside of the venue. Host responsibility applies.
We are unable to hire this space for regular religious services.
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Additional details
There is a carpark next to the church and further parking in the main carpark. All parking on the estate is on a first-come first-served basis, no vehicles are permitted to park on the grass or blocking access ways. It is a 10 min walk to Henderson Train Station and Bus Interchange, Lincoln Rd or the WestCity Mall.