Sergeants’ Mess Sydney Events
Sergeants’ Mess is a luxurious function and event venue in Sydney’s North Shore Chowder Bay precinct, and is perfect for hosting corporate events, media launches, conferences, weddings, private parties, and other social gatherings. Whether you’re after a sleek boardroom for an important meeting, stylish outdoor deck for an engagement party, or large dining room for a gala dinner, Sergeants’ Mess is a modern, conveniently located find.
Situated just 15 kilometres from Sydney’s CBD, this versatile event space is located right on the water’s edge, offering prime views of Sydney Harbour, including Watsons Bay, Neilsen Park, Camp Cove, and the Sydney Harbour Shipping Channels. Guests have the option to arrive by water taxi at the venue’s private wharf or take the scenic journey through the stunning coastal area.
Sergeants’ Mess offers four different function spaces, and can cater for sit-down dinners and standing, canapé cocktail-style events. Delicious on-site catering by a highly experienced head chef and his team of dedicated professionals can be organised; with the team able to create fresh, mouthwatering canapés or plated meals for your function — just ask Sergeants’ Mess’s dedicated event coordinator, who is available on-site to ensure a seamless, successful event.
Highlights of Sergeants’ Mess Sydney Events:
- Private wharf access for guests
- Four stunning event spaces to choose from
- Sweeping harbour views on offer
- Tasty on-site catering available for events
- Modern technical facilities
Capacity
Up to
250
Dinner & Dance 
Up to
350
Standing 
Up to
80
Boardroom Facilities
Chowder Bay Road
In-house Catering & External Catering Optional
Cocktail
Indian Cuisine
Spaces At This Venue
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The Main Dining Room
The main dining room is Sergeants’ Mess’s most sophisticated and classy function space. It’s elegantly decorated, boasts beautiful views of Sydney Harbour, Neilsen Park, and Rose Bay, and can cater for up to 250 seated guests or 350 cocktail-style. This luxurious room contains a fully stocked bar, large dancefloor and chic, comfy furniture.
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The Boardroom
A bright and cosy space on the lower level of Sergeants' Mess, The Boardroom accommodates corporate and social events that are smaller in size.
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Sergeants’ Mess is a private, stylish event venue set on the waterfront in Sydney’s Chowder Bay. The modern event venue’s views are unbeatable and its four event spaces are très chic, with state-of-the-art technology and modern, sleek furniture complementing the building’s contemporary design. At Sergeants’ Mess you have the option to host your event indoors or on the elevated deck overlooking stunning Sydney Harbour.
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The main dining room is Sergeants’ Mess’s most sophisticated and classy function space. It’s elegantly decorated, boasts beautiful views of Sydney Harbour, Neilsen Park, and Rose Bay, and can cater for up to 250 seated guests or 350 cocktail-style. This luxurious room contains a fully stocked bar, large dancefloor and chic, comfy furniture.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 250Dinner & Dance: 0 - 250
Cabaret: 0 - 170
Classroom: 0 - 135
Boardroom: 0 - 80
Standing: 0 - 350
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Smoking area
Dance floor
Stage
A bright and cosy space on the lower level of Sergeants' Mess, The Boardroom accommodates corporate and social events that are smaller in size.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 60Dining: 0 - 60
Cabaret: 0 - 40
Classroom: 0 - 24
Boardroom: 0 - 20
Standing: 0 - 80
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Smoking area
Sergeants’ Mess is a private, stylish event venue set on the waterfront in Sydney’s Chowder Bay. The modern event venue’s views are unbeatable and its four event spaces are très chic, with state-of-the-art technology and modern, sleek furniture complementing the building’s contemporary design. At Sergeants’ Mess you have the option to host your event indoors or on the elevated deck overlooking stunning Sydney Harbour.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 350Dinner & Dance: 0 - 250
Events Catering
Location
Nearby attractions:
- Georges Head Lookout
- Mosman Beach
- Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay Walk
- The Chowder Bush
- Clifton Gardens Reserve & Wharf
Restaurants nearby:
- Gunners’ Barracks
- Ripples Chowder Bay
- L’Heritage
- Drift Cafe
Hotels nearby:
- The Albert Hotel
Venue Testimonials
Excellent venue. Magnificent views. Third function I have attended there. Very good service. High standard of food. Nothing a problem for staff. Very accommodating.
Silver W
Did a very good job hosting a large number of guests for a traditional hindu wedding. They are able to accommodate traditional ceremonies and were quite flexible in our requests (within the limits of being in a national park). Food was delicious, staff are very responsive and helpful and the views are beautiful.
Radheshan B
The team at Sergeants were wonderful. They worked really well with us over email and answered our questions promptly, despite us being overseas in America. They were on the ball with all our special requests and need. […] The food was delicious.
Oliver T
Frequently Asked Questions
Sergeants’ Mess most certainly caters for large weddings and events, and can accommodate up to 250 guests seated or 350 guests cocktail-style. Depending on the day, there is a minimum number of people required for booking (100 on Saturdays and Sundays).
In a word? Romantic. Weddings at Sergeants’ Mess are private, intimate, and full of love. Most couples say their vows on the grounds overlooking beautiful Sydney Harbour, while wedding receptions are tailored to each couple. Some couples opt for a more traditional, formal affair in the main dining room while others have a modern, cocktail-style event on the elevated deck.
Yes. Sergeants’ Mess can work with you to organise various corporate events from training seminars and board meetings to workshops and conferences. Corporate events can be held in either the stylish boardroom, modern main dining room, bar area, or on the open-air, outdoor deck.
While each event room varies in size and design, all of the spaces are contemporary and modern, boasting plenty of natural light and stellar views of Sydney Harbour. The main dining room, boardroom, bar, and deck each offer a spacious, stylish area for guests to relax, drink, or work. Audiovisual equipment and WiFi are available in select locations for presentations and seminars.
There is plenty of accommodation for guests with varying budgets available in the area. Here are some recommendations:
- 4-star hotel The Albert Mosman, in Mosman, offers a buffet or A La Carte breakfast and stylish, modern rooms with lots of natural light.
- Park Regis Concierge Apartments in Cremorne start from $189, and are a terrific option for those wanting to explore the local area – Mosman Bay Wharf is just a kilometre away, while Sydney’s Taronga Zoo is a measly two kilometres away.
- Taronga Zoo also offers Wildlife Retreat packages or ‘Roar and Snore’ options, a glamping option. Staying overnight at the zoo is always an incredible experience, and the cost of your package includes breakfast, dinner and a night in a designer room with a view to boot.
- There is a range of modern, furnished apartments and vacation homes in the area.
Wheelchair accessible parking is available, and there is paid parking across the street. Event guests can also park at Middle Head for free and catch a complimentary shuttle bus to the venue.
The food at Sergeants’ Mess is fresh, locally-sourced and delicious. Head chef Nathan Darling and his team place an emphasis on freshness, preparing their own handmade pastas, breads, pastries, and more. Influenced by Italian and French cuisine, the fare at Sergeants’ Mess is flavoursome and unpretentious. Here, you can expect top-notch canapés, entrees, mains, and desserts. For a showcase of the best locally-sourced ingredients, try the 100-mile local food menu option.
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