Forget Me Not Weddings

Forget Me Not Weddings is a countryside wedding venue in Newrybar, Byron Bay, where manicured gardens meet open farmland and a calm waterfront setting. The property includes lush rainforest plantings, broad lawns and a lake with a wooden jetty and rowboat, giving couples several distinct settings to work with rather than one fixed ceremony backdrop. Garden paths, water views and sunset-facing areas also create plenty of variety for wedding photography.

There are two main reception options. A marquee can accommodate up to 160 guests, while the permanent pavilion, The WaterShed, is designed for celebrations of up to 90. The website also describes numerous ceremony locations across the grounds, including a tucked-away chapel used by one couple for a more intimate setting. After dark, lighting around the property and reflections across the lake change the feel of the venue, making it suitable for celebrations that move from an outdoor ceremony into an evening reception.

The venue is set up for practical event requirements as well as atmosphere, with flushing toilets, filtered water and generator-backed power available to support wedding catering and events. Its range of spaces makes it a fit for couples planning anything from a smaller, private ceremony to a larger gathering. The testimonials suggest that the venue can still feel personal with a sizeable guest list, while the different garden, farm and waterfront areas allow couples to shape the day around the setting they prefer.

The people behind the venue are part of its appeal. Reviews repeatedly mention Jo as a warm and helpful host, with one couple describing a farm visit that included taking photos up the hill and meeting the cows. Other testimonials highlight the homestead as a getting-ready location and praise the team for creating a relaxed experience. With a five-star Google rating from 52 reviews, Forget Me Not offers a well-reviewed setting for couples looking for a Byron Bay wedding with gardens, farmland, water and flexible ceremony and reception spaces.