Woodland Picnic Area
Situated on the edge of the endangered Cumberland Plain Woodland, this area is a picturesque spot for any celebration or occasion.

Woodland Picnic Area, Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
See full rate card below
Up to 200 guests
Just in off the Narellan Road entry gate, this venue is easy to find, has ample parking and plenty of open green space for games or lounging in the sun.
Hire includes:
- shelter
- grassed area
- uncovered picnic table in that area
Please be aware that the BBQs do not form part of this hire and if you are feeding a large group, we recommend bringing your own gas BBQ in.
As part of the hire you are allowed to bring in:
- Your own gas BBQ ^
- Up to ten tables
- Up to 100 chairs (chairs must be broad feet chairs)
- No more than five 6m x 3m pop up shade structures (weighted, not pegged)
For an additional fee, bookings at this site can also have:
- Children’s entertainer (e.g. a face painter, clown, entertainer, character)
- A caterer delivering food ( not a food truck)
- A live accoustic ensemble of up to four people
- A commercial photographer
- Other commercial activities by approval
This picnic site is classified as a Picnic Area Level 2 within the Garden. Please refer to our Picnic Site Comparison Table (PDF, 100 KB) for special restrictions that may apply to your booking.


Situated on the edge of the endangered Cumberland Plain Woodland, this area is a picturesque spot for any celebration.
Rate card
July 2023 to June 2024
Venue hire
| Description | Standard fee |
|---|---|
3 hour hire | $360 |
| Additional hours | $40 per hour |
Security, cleaning and other fees
| Description | Standard fee |
|---|---|
| Static Ranger - per 100 people (4 hour minimum) | $67 per hour |
| Ranger - public holidays (4 hour minimum) | $87 per hour |
Mobile Ranger (4 hour minimum) Applies to commercial film/photography | $77 per hour |
Waste removal This fee will be charged for any venue hire where waste has either been left in the area or if excessive waste has been left in the provided bins | $146 |
Cleaning This fee will be charged if you have not left your venue hire area in the condition it was found | POA |
Note: pricing depends on the scope of your event, please email our Venues team to discuss your needs.
Get in touch
Please contact us to discuss your wedding reception or for questions not covered on this page. Instant bookings are available for picnic, ceremony, photography and other venue hire requests.