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Planning an event for your next birthday or anniversary? Or simply looking for a corporate event space that hasn’t been overdone?
Boasting over 12,000 acres of beautiful landscape in the Darling Downs, Jimbour has something for everyone. From perfectly sculpted gardens, a picturesque room in the sandstone main house to an aircraft hangar used back in the 1900s, the perfect function room is available for you.
Pair your venue with a spectacular menu provided by local catering services and your event will be memorable for both you and your guests.
The Grand Fig Tree
A spectacular and guaranteed memorable experience. Popular with our wedding guests, the Grand Fig Tree is a beautiful way to start your first moments as a couple. The history of this tree dates back to the 1800s and provides a stunning photo opportunity for you, your bridal party or wedding guests. Immerse yourself and guests into nature and capture the full experience of the Darling Downs. A curved seating arrangement gives the space an intimate feel whilst also catering for larger events. This event space seats up to 120 guests.
The Drawing Room
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Located in the Jimbour residence, the drawing room is the essence of elegance and class. Featuring a crystal chandelier up above, the room is centered around a fireplace providing a sense of warmth and facing the eastern verandah, the tall windows allow for light and a gorgeous view. The rich textiles, fine art work and baby grand piano in the corner provide the perfect ambiance to an intimate celebration. The Drawing room can cater for 40 guests seated or 70 guests cocktail-style.
The Chapel
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Built in 1868, the Chapel is to the west of the main Jimbour house. This non-denominational Chapel features 10 timber pews that can seat up to 50 guests, with standing room at the rear of the Chapel for another 35 guests. With its own organ and sound system, the Chapel is the perfect venue for small, intimate ceremonies.
The Hangar
The aircraft Hangar is one of Jimbour’s signature venues, seating 160 or 300 for cocktail-style events. Featuring a semi-arch rustic industrial structure the Hangar can be transformed into a magical place that highlights your special event.
The Deborah Russell Courtyard
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This stunning private garden showcases a water feature with lush lawns and an in-built outdoor sound system. The Courtyard is the perfect setting for a cocktail evening or an elaborate lunch on the lawn, featuring produce from our very own kitchen garden. This area can cater for 140 seated quests or 300 cocktail-style.
The Courtyard is named after Deborah Russell, the late wife of Jimbour’s owner David Russell. From 1998, Deborah and David looked after the house and with Deborah’s keen eye for aesthetics and understanding of architecture, the northern garden was awarded a commendation by the Australian Institute of Architects.
The Jacaranda Drive
The first thing you’ll see when arriving at Jimbour. Mature Jacaranda trees line this drive, providing soft lilac hues through spring, shade during summer and a burst of golden colour during autumn. This area can cater for 250 seated guests and 400 people cocktail-style.
The Amphitheater
You may have heard that we hold the Opera and other events throughout the year. The Amphitheater is our biggest event space area ideal for major cultural events with a stage and the capacity to hold up to 9000 people.
Let us know what event space you’re leaning towards and our team will assist you.
Read more about our event spaces. Or get in touch with us here.
