Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn
Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area
Overview
With its picturesque and historic backdrop, Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is one of NSW’s most beautiful and historic wedding venues. It’s an ideal spot to consider if you’re looking for event venue hire.
- Venue is suitable for
- Wedding ceremonies
- Capacity
- Maximum people: 100
- Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Fees
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For fee information, please contact Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Availability
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Available for hire 7 days a week from 8am to sunset. Not available between 11am to 2pm on weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
Venue not available for exclusive hire - Bookings
- To make a booking or for more information, please contact Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.
- Other Information
Filming and photography shoots on application.
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is situated on the most easterly point of the Australian mainland, and is a very special and unique part of Australia. It’s no wonder it’s also a popular place for weddings and other events.
The area surrounding Cape Byron Lighthouse provides not only one of NSW’s most beautiful, but also historic backdrops to any special event. Built at the turn of the 19th century to protect ships passing along the coast, Cape Byron Lighthouse was operated by resident keepers until 1989, and its now automated light is clearly visible from the Byron Bay township.
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn offers spectacular views to the north and south coasts and to the hinterland, so both you and your guests are sure to be impressed with your choice of venue hire.
Nearby
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/venues/cape-byron-lighthouse-lawn/local-alerts
Park info
- in Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
- Walgun Cape Byron State Conservation Area is open all hours, but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
- Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is open 8am to sunset.
- The Maritime Museum in the former Lighthouse Keeper’s office at the base of the lighthouse is open 10am to 4pm daily.
- Opening before 8am for events or disabled access can be arranged by prior notice – contact NPWS Byron Bay office during business hours 02 6639 8300.
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Park entry fees:
Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn and Information Centre: $10 per vehicle per hour/$4 per hour motorcycles. Maximum 1 hour per vehicle per calendar day, including all NPWS annual passholders.
Captain Cook lookout, Cosy Corner, and The Pass: $5 per vehicle/motorcycle per hour. Tap and pay card or phone payments accepted at pay machines. Cash and credit cards accepted at Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre.
Coach entry: $30 per coach up to 30 seats; $57 per coach 31 to 43 seats; $94 per coach 44 seats and over.
Buy annual pass.
Venue info
All the practical information you need to know about Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn.
Getting there and parking
Cape Byron Lighthouse is 2km east of the Byron Bay town centre. To get there, take Lawson Street (which becomes Lighthouse Road) and follow it to the lighthouse.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available in a bitumen carpark just south of nearby Cape Byron Information Centre, including 1 accessible parking space.
It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Facilities
- There are accessible flush toilets, a carpark and bench seats at Cape Byron Information Centre, which is next to the lawn.
- All rubbish must be taken with you when you leave. Please leave the area clean and tidy. If significant cleaning is required there may be a fee.
Picnic tables
There's a picnic table table at the lawn.
Step-free access
The lighthouse lawn is flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross the bitumen surface of the carpark and walk up Lighthouse Road to reach the lawn.
The nearby lighthouse has steps to the entrance and inside.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn is next to Cape Byron Information Centre.
- The lawn itself is flat and step-free. There are no paths - you'll need to cross the bitumen carpark and walk up Lighthouse Road to reach the lawn.
- There are accessible toilets, an accessible picnic table, an accessible parking space and bench seats for resting at the information centre.
- The nearby lighthouse is not accessible - it has steps leading to the entrance and a narrow spiral staircase inside.
Permitted
Food and drink
- You may provide a celebratory glass of champagne to guests for the purpose of a toast. Maximum 1 bottle for every 4 guests.
- This will need to be included in the special conditions of the application.
Plant materials
- Flower arrangements containing no seed material. A florist can arrange this for you on request.
- Silk and artificial floral arrangements are preferred
Structures, staging, furniture and amusements
- 1 small table, maximum 1.2m2
- Up to 24 chairs with rail style legs
- Weighted free-standing decorative items such as small bridal arches or small columns are permitted. Arches and columns must be no larger than 1.8m high and 1.2m long.
Commercial filming and photography
- Photography is included in the booking fee for this location
- If the photographer is at another location on your booked date, a booking will need to be made for that location.
- 1 photographer and 1 photographer's assistant, 1 videographer and 1 videographer's assistant
- Commercial photography and video may be permitted on application. You’ll need to obtain a small-scale photographer and wedding filming license.
Power, lighting and amplified sounds
- 1 single speaker music player
- Non-amplified music like string duo, trio or quartet.
- Volume must be kept at a level that does not interfere with neighbours or the public
Prohibited
Commercial catering is not permitted.
Balloons, plant materials and animals are not permitted, including:
- Flower arrangements or decorations that contain seeds, vines or exotic plant materials
- Throwing rice, streamers, confetti or petals
- Horse-drawn carriages
- Candles or open flames
Amplifiers and public address systems are not permitted.
Tents, marquees and banners are not permitted. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures or areas at Cape Byron Lighthouse lawn.
Generators
Horses
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Visitor centre
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Walgun Cape Byron Information Centre
199 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 - 9.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day
- 02 6639 8300