Civic Centre Grounds
The Civic Centre grounds is public space and therefore no booking needs to be made for family BBQ's or picnics. Please note that the Civic Centre grounds prohibits anti social behaviour and alcohol is prohibited. The BBQ's are free to use at any time in the day however the Town of Cottesloe asks you to respect any weddings that may be scheduled to take place while you are using the grounds.
If you would like to apply to hold an event at the Civic Centre grounds please fill out the event application form and return to town@cottesloe.wa.gov.au or visit our events page.
Further information about weddings is available on our weddings page. For information about booking wedding photos, please click here.
To see these locations on our map, please click here.
Main Lawn & Main Lawn Stage
The Main Lawn is the largest lawn area in the Civic Centre grounds. It is used regularly for wedding ceremonies, receptions and community events. The main lawn is the only area of the grounds that has BBQ's available for public use. The stonework of the stage creates a beautiful setting for special occasions. If you would like to book this section of the grounds for a wedding ceremony please submit an application form, available on our weddings page.
Secret Garden
The Secret Garden (also know as Playground 2) is a smaller lawn area nestled into the lower leafy section of the grounds. As the title suggests, this garden is a well kept secret and a perfect location for wedding photographs. If you would like to book this area for wedding photographs please click here.
Sunken Lawn
The Sunken lawn is regularly used for smaller wedding receptions and corporate events. The intimate feel of the lawn section creates an exclusive section of the grounds for guests. This area of the grounds is closely linked to the Civic Centre building and toilets and parking is easily accessible. If you would like to book this section of the grounds for a simple wedding ceremony please complete and submit an application form, available on our weddings page.
Rotunda
The Rotunda, also known as the 'Summer House', has been restored to its former glory. A peaceful setting to have an intimate wedding ceremony. If you would like to book this section of the grounds for a wedding ceremony please read through our weddings page and fill out a wedding application form.
Beach Locations
Cottesloe can offer the beautiful Arch Monument, located overlooking the beach at Cottesloe. Further information regarding beach weddings is available on our weddings page.
