About this venue
Named after the architect and former City of Perth Councillor Harold Boas, Harold Boas Gardens is one of Perth’s oldest public parks, with many of its trees dating back to 1900. Designed to evoke a fairy-tale setting, this enchanting venue offers a tranquil and intimate atmosphere perfect for your garden wedding. The park features mature trees, natural flower beds, manicured lawns, shimmering ponds, a gentle waterfall, and a charming bridge.
Harold Boas Gardens is ideal for outdoor weddings year-round and offers four distinct areas for hire, each providing its own unique charm:
- Area 1: Situated at the highest point in the park, this area is densely surrounded by beautiful trees and features a shaded pond.
- Area 2: Divided by a gentle stream, this spot offers views of the waterfall and footbridge, creating a picturesque setting for your ceremony guests.
- Area 3: Located in the centre of the park, this area provides a unique experience with its surrounding water, ideal for a memorable wedding day
- Area 4: The largest and lowest area, adjacent to the biggest pond, provides ample space and a scenic backdrop for your reception guests.
This venue in Western Australia is perfect for both your garden wedding and outdoor celebration, making Harold Boas Gardens a splendid choice for a beautiful Perth wedding.
Capacity
Features
Catering & drinks
- Alcohol Allowed
- Catering Allowed
Facilities
- Public Toilets
- Fountains / Drinking Water
- Benches/seating
- Rubbish bins
- Shaded areas
- Gazebo
- Free WiFi
- Open grassed areas
- Playground
- Natural light
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
Music and Audio Visual Equipment
- Own music allowed
Parking and transport
- On-street parking
- Close to Public Transport
Pets
- Pets allowed on leash
Attractions
- Lake
- Bush
- Birds
- Children's playground
Hire fees and packages
For wedding bookings:
$20 Admin fee + $102 per hour.
Wedding Bundle Discount
Customers who hire a City of Perth park for a wedding ceremony and the Perth Town Hall as their reception venue are eligible for a $300 discount on Town Hall hire fees. Contact us to learn more.
Rules
To protect the wildlife and ecosystems; strictly no confetti, rose petals (or similar) is to be brought into the gardens.
There is no provision for electrical power usage in the park.
A protection zone with a 4m radius around all trees and 2m from footpaths must be maintained.
All furniture including marquees and umbrellas, must be approved by City of Perth before it can be used in the parks.
No vehicle will be given access to the park.
All prices include GST and are subject to change.
No refunds will be given for inclement weather.
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Testimonials
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The day was gorgeous! The Waterfall was beautiful, and the booking process was so easy and smooth, thank you so much!
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Very happy with Harold boas Gardens!
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Everything thing from beginning to end was wonderful.
Frequently asked questions about this venue
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Do I need a permit if I’m just taking wedding/engagement photos in the park?Yes, you will need a permit for photos.
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What do I do in the event of inclement weather on my booking date?As the parks are all open with limited covered areas, you will need to account for the possibility of rain, heatwaves and other weather conditions potentially impact your booking.
Marquees (no bigger than 3x3m) and large umbrellas can be used as protection from the elements, please note: all equipment will need to be weighted with sandbags or blocks. (Pegging into the grass is prohibited)
If you have booked the Perth Town Hall as your Wedding Reception venue, it is possible to relocate your Ceremony there in the event of inclement weather for no charge. -
Do I need to setup in a specific location?There are no designated spots to setup, so you are welcome to choose any grassed location within your hired area as long as you are not blocking thoroughfares, footpaths or other access areas.
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Can I reserve an on-street parking location?Yes, on street parking can be reserved for the purpose of bump-in, parking and equipment collection. Click here to book on-street parking.
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What types of furniture should I avoid bringing into the park?Any furniture/equipment that may pierce or cause damage to the lawn will not be approved. This includes chairs with narrow or pointy legs.
Equipment with large flat metal bases (such as umbrellas holders) will need some form of insulation (e.g. carpet squares) between the metal and grass to avoid burning the lawn.
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