OVERVIEW
The Abbey is a charming wedding venue nestled in Canberra's Federation Square. You can expect classy, grand wedding settings, thoughtful, personalised service, and endless photo opportunities with an undeniable vintage flair, multi-cuisine menus, and a rich history.
Located at Canberra's idyllic Gold Creek Village, The Abbey is a classic wedding and function venue with plenty of historic charm and presence. The Abbey is an impressive Canberra wedding venue fit for grand occasions. With a vintage charm and sophisticated ambience, this gorgeous venue will impress anyone after a wedding venue with a rich history and classic grandeur.
This beautiful establishment is best known for its Roslyn Organ — an impressively craved masterpiece — but the gourmet food is what leaves an equally lasting impression. From delicious canapes to multi-cuisine menus, the fare at The Abbey is delightfully different.
In addition to the beautiful venue, there's another aspect of your wedding that will have guests talking — the incredible food. Managed by Gravitas Hospitality Canberra's leading hospitality brand, The Abbey has the multi-award-winning team of Chef Sanjay and Chef Sunita at its helm. The chef duo have made a reputation for consistent excellence since 2015. With their trained professional approach to delivering memorable dining experiences, the team will help you to create and evoke memories with your family and friends.
At Gravitas Hospitality, we pride ourselves on working closely with our guests to give you the best value for money, grand or cosy, whatever you prefer. We would love to host you at The Abbey to give you a magical wedding day.
The Abbey ticks all the boxes with an elegant and charming venue, great food, and professional service at competitive prices.
So, contact us today!
About
Chef Sunita and Sanjay Kumar are the dynamic duo behind multi-award-winning Gravitas Hospitality, offering bespoke menus for cultural and heritage events. They work personally with each family to ensure high standards of service and memorable events. Their attention to detail and passion for exceptional cuisine has earned them numerous accolades, including Australia's Best Indian award at 2202 at RCA Awards. They are the perfect team to create an unforgettable event for you and
Sunita & Sanjay Kumar
Chef & Owners
Venue Features
Outdoor Ceremony
Min 80 / Max 250 Reception guests
Min 80 / Max 150 Ceremony Guests
In-house catering
Music must end by 12:00 AM
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FAQ
The Abbey by Daana is renowned for its food, with award-winning chefs Sanjay and Sunita at the helm
We have several different service styles, from bespoke ethnic buffets, canape weddings, two or three-course shared tables or alternate drop menus.
We cater to a range of cuisines to suit our couple's ethnic heritage from the subcontinent, Mediterranean, Asian, and Mongolian Australian cuisines.
For more information, email abbey@thegravitas.au
We certainly do!
All of our wedding menu items can be modified to ensure that any guests with dietary requirements are served an equally delicious meal that is appropriate for them.
For the kids, we have a variety of meal options that you can choose from.
The Abbey by Daana is located at Gold Creek which has ample FREE parking.
Backed by our experience, we offer advice on planning your special day and work with various wedding decorators, DJs, photographers, and celebrants. We are happy to connect you to our highly professional wedding service provider network.
Yes, of course! The Abbey by Daana is an iconic venue that provides the perfect backdrop for picture-worthy / insta-worthy wedding ceremonies, such as Hindu fire rituals and ceremonies (at the Garden), Nikkah ceremonies, and celebrant vow ceremonies followed by receptions.
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Dear Daman Thank you for making us a part of your family's special day to celebrate Tash and Shaun's wedding. It was our privilege and pleasure to have served your guests and to make this a truly memorable occasion. We look forward to being part of many more celebrations together in the future. Cheers Sanjay and Sunita Team Gravitas