Budget Friendly Venues
Canterbury Street Stables - Flemington
A charming, converted stables with red brick walls, polished floors, excellent natural light and true old-Melbourne character. This space is a blank canvas which can be styled beautifully in lots of different ways.
Features include a mezzanine, children’s playground and capacity for 100 guests. Full AV set-up and technician included.
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
Hampton Surf Life Saving Club - Hampton
Set right on the sand in Bayside, this light-filled modern venue offers sweeping views of Port Phillip Bay and a relaxed, coastal atmosphere. With indoor and balcony areas, it’s well-suited to both formal and casual memorials. Flexible setup, self-catering options available.
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
St Andrews Beach Recreation Club - St Andrews Beach
A community-run club set on 4 hectares of open green space, offering a relaxed and spacious setting surrounded by nature. A warm, inclusive atmosphere with true local spirit.
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
A sweet little hall and very budget-friendly, this space features polished wood floors, There’s a lovely garden area out the front, and includes decent heating. A cherished community landmark since 1928, this character-filled hall stands as a testament to Merlynston’s proud local history. With its original bio-cabin and distinctive signage still intact, the hall captures the spirit of a bygone era while offering a unique, heritage-rich setting for community events.
Merlynston Progress Hall - Coburg
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
Brunswick Bowls Club - Brunswick
In the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant inner north, this historic lawn bowls club is a true local icon. With over a century of colourful stories, Brunswick Bowling Club blends tradition with modern community spirit.
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
Coburg RSL - Coburg
Retro charm, genuine community spirit and one of Melbourne’s best craft beer lists—Coburg RSL is a hidden gem in the north. It offers indoor warmth and a grassy beer garden for sunshine farewells. Packed with personality and history, this beloved, pokie-free RSL is as welcoming as they come. Catering is flexible and bar service can be tailored to suit.
Ideal for up to 100 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully catered venue
Ferny Creek Recreation Reserve Hall - Ferny Creek
A bushland retreat set in the Dandenong Ranges, this spacious hall features high ceilings and a leafy outlook. With Sherbrooke Forest nearby, the hall blends nature and function for peaceful, community-style gatherings.
Ideal for 50 - 250 people
Funerals and Memorials Allowed
Fully self-catered venue
