Auckland Function, Conference & Gala Event Centre

Multi-award winning Ascension Wine Estate in Matakana (39 minutes from Auckland CBD) is North Auckland's premier venue for functions, business meetings, conferences and celebrations.

Whether you're organizing a family lunch or dinner, intimate business meeting, sales conference and banquet, gala dinner or product launch, we'll make your celebration, business conference or business meeting easy and perfect in every respect.

A short drive to one of the most fabulous conference venues
Conveniently located in the heart of Matakana Coast Wine Country - only 4km past Warkworth and just 39 minutes from Auckland CBD. Close enough to conserve precious time, but far enough away to ensure your conference or meeting attendees are relaxed and totally focused on the business at hand - and that guests at your celebration are not at yet another CBD hotel!

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A state-of-the-art facility

"The Belfry" venue at Ascension is stylish and impressive. A visually stunning facility that is peaceful, flexible, functional and comfortable. To make things easy, we've installed the latest audio visual equipment and wireless internet zone. And we've carefully considered other design features such as quality chairs, natural light (with black out capability) and air-conditioning to ensure your attendees are comfortable and focused.

Flexible conference & meeting spaces

Whether you have 3 or 300 people attending your celebration, meeting or conference, we'll make them feel comfortable in a space that's not too big - not too small - but just right.

Cuisine & service

If you are interested in a simple, casual lunch for 40 guests or less, please go to 'Group Lunches at The Larder'.

For groups of more than 40 guests, for an evening function, private dining or for a more sophisiticated daytime event, please contact Carlie on 09-422-9601 ext 3 or email [email protected] to discuss options.

We know you want absolute reliability and no unexpected surprises. Just tell us what you want we'll make sure your there are zero hiccups. Our experienced, dedicated and professional teams will help bring your function to a successful conclusion, and they'll do it with gracious effectiveness.

A total business event solution

Be it transport, accommodation, team-building activities or theming and entertainment, we can help you to arrange as much or as little as you like - but always with a sense of style.

Accommodation
We can show you a range of accommodation solutions. Check out our accommodation page for more information.

Phone Carlie!
For a celebration, meeting or conference in a vineyard setting with the "wow" factor, phone Carlie Blanchett-Burton, our "connoisseur of meetings & events" on (09) 422-9601 ext 3.

Or email [email protected] and we'll come right back to you. We'd love to help make your next business event highly enjoyable and successful.

Testimonials

• Our 2-day workshop was a huge success thanks to a combination of the following - the venue & facilities at Ascension were great (as are the views of the vineyards!). The staff were extremely helpful, friendly & very willing. As an event organiser, this sort of detail makes a huge difference & can often dictate whether or not you use a venue again.
  
  The food was exceptional. Thanks for being so accommodating with all the dietary requirements! It's wonderful to finally have a venue in Matakana that offers excellent accommodation for a group our size. We will definitely use Ascension Vineyard again in the future".
  - Belinda Wilson, Merck Sharp & Dohme

• I just wanted to say a very big thank-you to everyone at Ascension for making our conference such a success. Everyone was wonderful and couldn't do enough for us. The food was superb (and it goes without saying, so was the wine!). Your organisation skills really took the stress out of the two days and I really look forward to working with you again.
  - Karen Jones, McDonald's Restaurants (NZ) Ltd

• I have organised many conferences over the years and found my experience with Ascension to be utterly standout. The prompt efficient service of the staff, beautiful surroundings and delicious food is beyond compare. Many of my attendee's and invited guests commented favourably on every aspect. I would absolutely recommend Ascension Wine Estate as the best venue on the North Shore and quite possibly Auckland!
  - Alice Buchanan, DS Wireless

• Ascension Wine Estate created the perfect environment for our offsite being close to Auckland and within the beautiful Matakana valley. The Ascension conference centre offered a quiet ambience with plenty of space for breakouts and workshops. The food, wine and a roaring fire at dinner provided a fabulous setting for the team to let down their hair and have some fun. Our whole team had a fantastic time on our retreat and at Ascension; they are still talking about it!
  - Holly Adams, Gen-i

• We recently had our third meeting at the Belfry, Ascension Wine Estate. It has become something of a favourite for both management and attendees because of its beautiful setting and excellent facilities. The staff are so professional, available and ever helpful. It has to be said that the catering is a big highlight and with a number of vegetarians to cater for the chef does an outstanding job in pleasing all palates.
  - John Sutherland, CEO, Super Liquor Holdings Ltd

• Our Leadership Group function was held recently in the Belfry at Ascension Wine Estate. We found the catering to be of an excellent standard. Of all the venues we use, Ascension's catering really stood out. The service we received was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was great, as it wasn't too far away but yet far enough that you felt you got away. I would happily use Ascension again for functions and would highly recommend it to other companies.
  - Marilyn Payne, Rodney District Council

Conference Centre Photos
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Ascension's winery, restaurant, meeting rooms & conference centre.