Backpaddock Lakes

30/10/2026

There's just something about the Barn all lit up as the sun goes down! ✨

The fairy lights & festoon lights are glowing, the music's playing, everyone's settled in with a drink, and the celebrations are well underway!

We love seeing this space come to life and how every couple makes it their own.

If you're planning a wedding, Christmas party or special event, we'd love to show you around!

📍 Backpaddock Lakes | Central Hawke's Bay

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29/10/2026

And just like that… WEDDING SEASON IS HERE!! 🥂✨

What a way to kick off the first of many weddings this season at Backpaddock Lakes! Just look at this incredible evening!! 😍

We have a HUGE few months ahead, and we can't wait to see our beautiful venue come to life with more weddings, celebrations and events!

STILL LOOKING FOR A VENUE?

We have a few dates remaining for Christmas parties, weddings and private events! Whether you're planning something big or small, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 [email protected]

Bring on the celebrations!! 🥂

05/10/2026

The sun is OUT ☀️ and the excitement is definitely brewing here at Backpaddock Lakes!

We’ve got so many incredible weddings, celebrations and events locked and loaded for the summer ahead, and this sunshine has us feeling very ready for it all. 🥂✨

There’s something about the first proper run of sunny days that makes summer suddenly feel very close!

Bring on the sunshine, long evenings and summer celebrations 😎 ☀️🤍

02/10/2026

Fun day at the Takapau Auto Fair today 3rd October 2026 😎🙌 Bring on next year 👏

Our crew landed “Best bogan” & “Least traveled” awards 🤣🔥😎🙏😍

Very cool local Event with amazing sponsors well done to all organizers! 🚒

HES EARTHMOVING LTD
Mill Electrical - Hawke's Bay
Dave Baldwin
Trev Rowlands
Nic Gold
Nigel Harding
Charlotte Rowlands ✧ Hawke’s Bay Wedding + Family Photographer

18/09/2026

Cable Vs Wake
20-21 March 2027
Be there ✨👌😎

06/09/2026

Backpaddock has always been about more than just a place — it’s the people, the memories and the moments shared here 🤍

Feeling a little reflective today 😎👌

Have a lovely Sunday, from our Backpaddock family to yours 💦

26/08/2026

Nearly 100 weddings, countless celebrations and a lifetime of memories—what’s your favourite Backpaddock moment? ❤️✨

From beautiful weddings to unique events, Backpaddock Lakes has been the backdrop for so many special moments over the years. This little slice of paradise in Central Hawke’s Bay holds memories, milestones and magic for so many ☀️

Were you part of one? Share your favourite Backpaddock memory in the comments below—you might even win some Backpaddock merch! 🤔😎✨



📸Charlotte Rowlands Photography

19/08/2026

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Mindset, Breathwork, Nervous system regulation one day immersion in Hawkes Bay New Zealand with Gemma Douglas and Sarah Dickie

05/08/2026

🎄 CHRISTMAS PARTY DATES ARE GETTING SNAPPED UP! 🎄

Celebrate by the lake at Backpaddock Lakes with your team, family, friends or social group 🎁

• Full-day hire of the Barn and lakefront lawn
• Kitchen, BBQ, tables, chairs and games
• Three hours of cable wakeboarding with tuition
• Paddleboards, kayaks and the giant group paddleboard
• BYO catering and drinks with no corkage

Optional accommodation, and other upgrades

Remaining weekend dates are filling quickly! Weekday dates are also available.

Email [email protected] - for a quote & to secure your Christmas celebration before your preferred date is gone!