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Welcome to Coventry Arena

Situated just 20 minutes South of Gisborne, Coventry Arena is a stunning rural venue surrounded by farmland and natural beauty. The grounds offer a private peaceful spacious setting, creating an inviting atmosphere for gatherings of all sizes.

With flexible facilities and a capacity of up to 500 people (250 seated) with a large on site carpark, Coventry Arena is ideal for both intimate occasions and large scale events.

We provide event furniture and decor including tables, chairs, feature lighting, PA system and bar complete with a walk in chiller, making for easy set up and pack down.

A unique blend of space, comfort and countryside charm makes Coventry Arena a stand out choice for weddings, corporate functions, team building days, conferences and everything in between.

Contact us today to start planning your next event.

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Services

A modern barn with large wheels, string lights overhead, a small porch area with chairs, and a lush green lawn with a gravel pathway in the foreground, set against hilly landscape at dusk.

Venue

  • 340m2 indoor venue with capacity for 250 seated guests

  • Large outdoor space including a covered pavillion

  • Dedicated ceremony space

  • Large onsite grass carpark

  • Double circuit 8 plug power for band set up

  • Interior and exterior feature lighting

  • 1:30am noise shut down

  • Five day exclusive use of venue for stress free wedding set up and pack down

  • Rubbish collection services

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Furniture and Decor

  • 12 8foot trestle tables

  • 60 white celebration chairs

  • 6 wine barrels

  • Large portable speaker

  • 2 wireless microphones

  • 1 party light

  • Fairy lights, festoon lights, spotlights and pendant lights

  • 4m long bar

  • Walk in chiller

  • Seperate catering space with basic kitchen facilities

Outdoor gathering at a rustic venue with string lights, people socializing and enjoying drinks, set against a backdrop of hills and trees.

Events

  • Weddings

  • Birthdays

  • Corporate Events

  • Conferences

  • Fundraisers

  • Christmas Functions

  • Prize givings

Client Reviews

“Our wedding took place right after a cyclone, so having a spacious, completely dry venue was an incredible relief. It meant we didn’t have to stress about the wet weather at all. The space was warm and comfortable even in April - we didn’t end up needing to use our heater, and the venue looked absolutely stunning at night.”

— Jess