River Ridge Catlins

13/04/2026

Autumn weddings don’t get much more perfect than this at River Ridge.

Blue skies overhead, that crisp Catlins air… and a room filled with warmth, laughter and so much love 🥰

Soft autumn tones, glowing lights and long tables bringing everyone together — the kind of setting where stories are shared, glasses are raised and moments turn into memories.

There’s just something about autumn… slower, softer, a little more meaningful.

We reckon it’s a pretty magical time to say “I do” 😊

26/03/2026

Pictures from a perfect Catlins autumn wedding weekend at River Ridge 🍂

Such a BEAUTIFUL time of year down here… soft light, crisp air and that cosy feel inside with the fairy lights and warm timber setting everything off just right 🤩

The tables were looking so lovely with simple greenery and candles, all styled by our River Ridge team, along with the cake and full weekend catering (which we always LOVE being part of!) 😊

And those flowers by Steph from Flowers For You… just stunning as always 🌸

Huge thanks to our amazing team for all the mahi that goes into bringing these weekends together — you guys make it all happen seamlessly.

And to our gorgeous couple… what a special way to celebrate your “I do’s” surrounded by your favourite people here in the Catlins 🥰

We reckon autumn weddings at River Ridge are something pretty special 💛

18/03/2026

What a BEAUTIFUL day for a Catlins wedding at River Ridge 🌿

From heartfelt “I do’s” down by the river, to a reception room full of laughter, clinking glasses and a dance floor that kicked off in the best way possible… this one had all the good vibes 🥰

And those table settings! Simple, colourful florals and such a lovely relaxed feel for everyone to gather, celebrate and enjoy the evening together.

To our gorgeous bride and groom… what a special way to start married life, surrounded by your wonderful whanau and friends here in the Catlins.

We reckon that dance floor is just the beginning 😁💃🕺

01/02/2026

A weekend with two weddings... one huge multi day epic and one intimate evening event with close family and friends. LOVED BOTH of them!

And the COLOURS! 🤩🤩🤩

Thankyou to our super team at River Ridge for all your mahi this weekend 🤩 You truly make this riverside Catlins gem shine.

And thanks to the Brides and Grooms who chose to make River Ridge their place to be for your I do's 🥰 We reckon you are off to a great start in married life with such wonderful whanau and friends here celebrating with you.

27/01/2026

10/01/2026

The universe loves this couple (rightly so) and turned on a STUNNING day at River Ridge on Friday 🌻

Cricket, golf, frizzbee and the outstanding food by Kerri and her team at Professional Catering - who got to break in our brand new oven (eeekk so excited by that! ).

04/01/2026

Wow! Sometimes Mother Nature just turns it on PERFECT! River Ridge hosted a super fun wedding celebration today 😀 What a vibe!

Great floral work by Steph .

My super team turned out a party ready function centre and grounds - love you guys 😘.

And THE FOOD!! I had no idea what to expect when I heard we had a burger van coming to cater but HOLY MOLY SPECTACULAR canapes, burgers & fries from the chaps and super lovely lads to boot. These guys are based in ChCh so if any of you are looking for great food at any location I reckon they're the men for the job 👍👏

11/11/2025

Elegant ceremony site tucked amongst our native plantings. Gorgeous flowers by Steph at Flowers For You!

07/11/2025

Perfect Spring day to be hosting today 😊
Gorgeous table foliage and flowers by Steph from Flowers For You.
Thanks to our team today! You guys made the day roll perfectly!
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