Images by Simon Bills and Lucy Partington
An enchanting new wedding venue has opened in the Adelaide Hills with versatile function spaces and a charming setting.
Behind the project is Sam Worrall-Thompson and his team at EMBR Hospitality.
“I’ve been doing catering for weddings for the past 7 years. We’ve done everything and anything you can imagine, but the idea was always to have our own space to host these sorts of events. Last year we locked in with Simon Hackett in McLaren Vale, but some friends I’ve catered for reached out and said they had bought this sort of passion project and wanted to play with the idea of transforming it into this sort of thing,” Sam shared.
Known as The Field at Putpa Yaki, this rural retreat is in the heart of Ashton within the Adelaide Hills. It’s only a short 25-minute drive from the city centre and 40 minutes from Adelaide Airport, creating an authentic countryside experience without the long travel times.
“I think what we find with wedding venues is that they are all so far away, so the location is a massive tick for us. We can do pre-drinks and bus pick up at Bar Lune and then an after party at Dolly. If it’s what the guests want we can cover everything.”
The space, which previously was a privately held sheep and cattle farm, has been transformed into an exclusive venue designed just for private functions. With distant ocean views by day and twinkling lights by night, Putpa Yaki is an impressive backdrop for any special event.
Guests can choose between outdoor and indoor options, with a capacity for up to 200 guests. Outdoors, there is a 2000m2 grassed field with expansive views of the Ashton range and Adelaide cityscape. Inside, ‘The Barn’ will allow for sit-down or cocktail functions. This space isn’t quite completed, but if the reception to The Field is positive then in the next few months we should see it up and running. This will fit 120 people seated. There is also a Farmhouse, where guests can stay or use as they prepare for their special event.
When holding an event at Putpa Yaki, guests will have exclusive access to the entire property. There they can immerse themselves in the rustic setting complete with modern amenities. To ensure seamless events, Putpa Yaki has partnered with reputable wedding suppliers. These suppliers include photographers, catering, celebrants and more, and have been selected to ensure a seamless experience for all guests.
Amenities include bus services to transport guests to and from Bar Lune in Kensington, event coordinators, access to explore segments of the Yurrebilla Trail, and recently refurbished accommodation for up to 9 guests in the Farmhouse. The Farmhouse includes a generously sized kitchen and living areas, four bedrooms and a verandah.
As the latest project from the team at EMBR Hospitality, Putpa Yaki joins an impressive lineup of award-winning Adelaide eateries and venues including Dolly, Don’s Deli, Bar Lune, and the Sailing Club. EMBR is led by renowned Adelaide Chef Sam Worrall Thompson, who handles the kitchen and event management.
The Field at Putpa Yaki
Where: Ashton SA 5066
Instagram: @thefield_adl
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