Functions


Our home can be yours

We invite you to make yourself at home at The Runholder, the landmark destination of Wairarapa’s boutique wine village, Martinborough. The Runholder is a unique venue to host and cater your next big event, private party or corporate function.

Nestled between vineyard rows and the edge of the Martinborough Terrace, The Runholder is a spectacular location for your event.

The stunning architectural design of the Restaurant & Tasting Room is a warm & elegant space for you to present, workshop, relax and dine, while our subterranean barrel hall, vineyards and knowledgeable hosts provide opportunities for breakaways and activities.

Feast on a menu celebrating local Wairarapa produce complemented by the wines of Te Kairanga & Martinborough Vineyard, or see the distiller at work in the distillery while enjoying a Lighthouse Gin & Tonic.

  • A dedicated and knowledgable host will guide your group through a tasting flight of iconic regional wines.

    Small groups (up to 14 people) will be seated in our Private Dining Room with panoramic views over the Martinborough Terrace, while larger groups can be hosted in our spacious Tasting Room (bar stools & standing).

    Canapés and platters available. Minimum spend requirements apply.

    Please enquire for timing and availability.

  • Groups of 12 or more are required to dine in our restaurant on a family style set menu (two-course $70pp or three-course $80pp). See sample set menus.

    Wine and beverages can be purchased as per drinks list.

    Please enquire for booking availability.

  • Exclusive use of our elegant and secluded Private Dining Room for your special celebration or business meeting, for up to 14 people.

    Includes 65” screen and video conferencing equipment.

    Family style set menu dining (two-course $70pp or three-course $80pp), plus option to add on Morning Tea or Canapés.

    Wine and beverages can be purchased as per drinks list. Minimum spend requirements apply, from $1.5k.

    Please enquire for availability.

  • Exclusive access to The Runholder Tasting Room, Restaurant, carpark and helipad for your special event or conference, for up to 100 people. Includes use of screen, microphones and sound system.

    Family style set menu dining (two-course $70pp or three-course $80pp), plus option to add on Morning Tea or Canapés. Wine and beverages can be purchased as per drinks list.

    Minimum spend requirements apply, from $10k.

    Speak to us about additional options including touring the barrel hall, vineyards and cottage and access to winemakers/distiller.

    Please enquire for more information and availability.

  • The Runholder hosts a small number of wedding receptions (up to 100 people) in our restaurant each year, with the option to hold your ceremony in our Te Kairanga cottage.

    We offer a family style dinner, priced per head with the option to add on Canapés. Te Kairanga and Martinborough Vineyard wines, Lighthouse Gin and beer are available as per our beverage list. Minimum spend requirements apply.

    For more details, please send us an enquiry about your wedding via our enquiry form.

Packages

Review our set packages and request your booking by completing our enquiry form.