The Thistle Inn

Wellington

  • Commercial
  • Large
  • Heritage

Standing on the same Pipitea site for generations, The Thistle Inn is a heritage-listed pub in Wellington with a preservation order on the building. It operates as a private function venue catering for weddings, conferences, and other celebrations. In-house catering is provided, and the space suits large groups.

At a glance

White-walled meeting room with long dark table, black chairs, fireplace and framed prints
Capacity
This venue accommodates large gatherings, roughly 100 to 200 seated guests depending on layout.
Price tier
Commercial. A guide to typical pricing, not a quote.
Catering
In-house catering
Suited for
Conference, Meeting, Wedding, Workshop

Where it is

3 Mulgrave Street,, Pipitea, Wellington

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Bookable options

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What it looks like on the day

Galleries from real weddings held at The Thistle Inn, shared by the photographers who shot them. Links open their sites.

Vendors who serve this area

Florists, celebrants, hair & makeup, hire and more who serve Wellington. Each links to their Drift profile.

David Le Photography Wellington Photographer Freedom Floristry Wellington Florist Married by Mark Kapiti Coast Celebrant Miss Dom Styling Horowhenua Hair & makeup Made Lovely Wellington Styling & décor Festival Hire Wellington Marquee & hire

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