Auckland Corporate Function Venue

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Ascension is a leading Auckland venue for corporate functions, corporate business meetings and private functions.

  • 2009 Hospitality Association of NZ "Awards for Excellence"
  • "Best Restaurant" - National Finalist
  • "Excellence in Customer Service" - National Finalist

We cater for small functions of only four people to major functions & banquets for 150, or launches for 300.

Whatever size function, we'll do whatever it takes to make your corporate function or private function super easy & absolutely perfect. And just so you know that we'll deliver on that promise, here's our "daring to be different" guarantee...

"If something is not to your expectation, let us know. We will do whatever YOU say it takes to put it right!"

Free corporate functions information pack  

Our meeting rooms are so close to Auckland!
Ascension is 4km through Warkworth and only 39 minutes from Auckland's CBD. Conveniently located smack bang in the middle of Matakana Coast Wine Country - far enough from Auckland to make sure your function guests are relaxed and focused on the business at hand, but close enough to make sure no precious time is wasted.

Right click and select "Save Target As..." to download a printer friendly Map & Directions to Ascension Wine Estate (PDF, 382 KB).

A small function room at Ascension Wines function rooms centre in Matakana
A small function room within Ascension's function rooms centre.

A mid-size function room at Ascension Wines function rooms centre in Matakana
A mid-size function room within Ascension's function rooms centre.

A mid-size function room at Ascension Wines function rooms centre in Matakana
A larger function room - about half the size of our largest function room.

State-of-the-art function rooms
"The Belfry" function rooms at Ascension are inspirational. Visually stunning function rooms that are peaceful, comfortable, flexible and functional. With state-of-the-art A.V. equipment and wireless internet zone, and attention to detail including such design features as quality chairs, natural light (with black out capability) and air-conditioning so you can be sure your function guests are comfortable and focused.

Tea serving area and roaring fire in the functions area at Ascension vineyard

Wide choice of activities
Choose from a wide range of activites such as...

  • Wine tasting & tour
  • Fun wine quiz
  • Competitive team wine tastings
  • 7 Secrets of Enjoying Wine presentation
  • Grape stomping!
  • Golf events at the golf course next door
  • Mental golf coaching
  • Petanque
  • Croquet
  • Horseshoe pitching
  • Clay bird shooting
  • Outdoor chess or checkers
  • Spa and wellness sessions
  • Horse riding
  • ... and much more!

The boardroom, one of Ascension Wines' function rooms in Matakana.

Flexible function room sizes
Whether you have 3 people attending an intimate function or 300 people attending a launch, they'll be comfortable in a space that's not too small & not too big - just right.

Award-winning cuisine & wine
Our menus use fresh local produce and are nutritious & memorable for your attendees. From plated working lunch right through to degustation dinner, our team of chefs pour as much passion & care into the food preparation as our winemaker does into the wine. And it's all served with wine country graciousness.

Ascension Wines has been awarded the NZ Beef & Lamb hallmark of excellence 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009.

Our "Oak Grill" restaurant has been awarded the New Zealand Beef & Lamb "Hallmark of Excellence" in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009, and we've won four HANZ (Hospitality Association of New Zealand) national "Awards for Excellence" and been a national finalist 12 times. Need we say more?

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

A total functions package
Whether it's transport, accommodation, entertainment, theming or team-building activities, we will arrange as much or as little as you like.

Function accommodation
Accommodation is available amongst the vines and olives at Riverside Serviced Apartments, our accommodation partner. Visit our accommodation page for more information.

Value for money
Yes, we know it's an old-fashioned thing these days, but we also know it's part of survival in the current economic environment. And we just believe in it!

Phone Jessica!
For a strategic retreat in a beautiful vineyard setting with the "wow" factor, phone our functions manager Jessica Haack on (09) 422-9601 ext 3.

Or email corporate@AscensionWine.co.nz and we'll come back to you straight away. We'd love to help make your function both smooth sailing and successful.

Free functions information pack
Phone Jessica Haack or email corporate@AscensionWine.co.nz for a free functions information pack.

Testimonials

  • Our function 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

  • We recently had our third function 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 corporate functions and would highly recommend it to other companies.
    - Marilyn Payne, Rodney District Council

Strategic Retreat Photos
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One of Auckland's leading function room centres.
Ascension's winery, restaurant & function rooms.