Charming Historic Russell Function Venue

The Duke's Grand Ballroom. A perfect venue for your function.

Refreshing Rascals and Reprobates since 1827. Located on the waterfront of Russell in the Bay of Islands, the Duke of Marlborough Hotel offers an outstanding restaurant, accommodation and event venue.

The Duke's grand ballroom with ornate ceilings, low hanging chandeliers and polished wooden floor boards opens up directly onto a sun filled deck over looking the sea.

The ballroom is filled with individually upholstered chairs seating up to 150 guests comfortably or 250 for a standing cocktail and canape function. We can also cater for larger groups seating up to 300 guests across the ballroom and restaurant over the quieter winter months of the year. Perfect for those looking for private dining or function venues to host a Gala dinner, conference, cocktail function, wedding or special event.

OUR SPACES
The Duke Deck or The front half of The Grand Ballroom: 30 - 50 Guests
The Grand Ballroom: 50 - 100 Guests
The Grand Ballroom or Garden Bar Area: 100 - 150 Guests
Entire Hotel including The Grand Ballroom, Restaurant Area, Two Seaview Decks
and The Garden Bar Area: 150 - 300 Guests

Please note there is a venue hire fee and minimum spend required which differs
depending on what time of year you hold your function.

Contact us today to discuss your event.