How much do we love new venues?  Lots and lots! 

I'm not sure where I have been for the past year but I had somehow not noticed The Verandah getting finished and open...but it is really cool!  Such a far far cry from the old tearooms that used to overlook Hamilton Lake! 

Simon and Jayne held their reception there last Saturday so we got to have a bit of a look around.  Graham (the Manager) tells me they can cater for 140 guests comfortably (at round tables too...love the round tables) which is something of a rarity in this area.  And the view as the sunset over the lake was lovely (and would be absolutely spectacular on an evening with a great sunset).

On Saturday we did most of our photos by the River but of course there are loads of potential photo and even ceremony spots at Hamilton Lake...I'm looking forward to doing a few more weddings there next season!