Lower Deck Function Room - Helm Bar
1 Wheat Road, Sydney
About the function space
Ideally located on the glistening Cockle Bay water's edge adjacent to the Sydney Aquarium, Helm Bar is waiting to host your important event.
Lower Deck is an all-weather semi outdoor area which combines alfresco fun with all the trappings of a fabulous party space. The delicious house-made food, spectacular harbour views and breathtaking sunsets will be the icing on the cake.
Price for fully-exclusive hire
Friday $
Saturday $
Hire Charge
200
200
+ Minimum spend
2,800
on food/drinks
2,800
on food/drinks
+ Security staff
0
0
= Total
3,000
3,000
Min—max guests
70 — 150
70 — 150
Party duration
8pm — 12am (4 hours)
8pm — 12am (4 hours)
At this time, the function space:
Opens to the public
Opens to the public
Extend the party until:
1am, provided guests are still buying drinks
1am, provided guests are still buying drinks
Closing time
1am
1am
Booking terms
The minimum spend is $40 per person. The listed minimum spend is based on a function with 70 guests. The minimum spend may be more if you have more than 70 guests.
Underage policy
No entry to under-18s.
No exceptions (no wristbands, no stamps).
All guests must be 18 or older.
Drink options
Bar tab, Cash bar/Pay as you go, waiter service, beverage package
Seasonal surcharges
November and December is more expensive
Sun-Thu functions
Available 7 days, cheaper midweek
Function facilities
- Private bar: Yes
- Private smoking area: Yes
- Private toilets: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Yes
Smoking area: Available in the function space
Parking: Street parking
Music facilities
This equipment is included in the function hire:
- Amp: No
- PA System: No
- Speakers: No
- AUX input: No
- Jukebox: No
- Dance floor: No, but suitable area to dance
- Mixer: No
- CDJs: No
- CD Player: No
- Turntables: No
- Mirror ball: No
- Lighting: No
Can the venue arrange:
- DJ hire: Yes
- Free
background music: Yes
Can customers bring their own:
- DJ: Yes
- Band: Yes
Noise restrictions: None
Further music facilities/conditions:
Music facilities available to hire
18th, 21st, bucks & hens party policy
- 18th birthday party: No
- 21st birthday party: Yes
- Bucks party: Yes
- Hens night: Yes
Food / Catering
Can the venue provide:
- Finger food: Yes
- Meals: Yes
Can customers bring their own:
- Finger food: No
- Cake: Yes
Presentation facilities
In-house presentation facilities available for use at no extra charge:
- Microphone/PA: Yes
- Stage: No
- DVD Player: Yes
- Data projector: Yes
- Projector screen: Yes
- Large TV/Plasma/LCD: Yes
Decorations policy
Can the venue:
- Arrange decorations: Yes
- Put up decorations: Yes
All types of party decorations are permitted.
Ticketed events policy
Can the customer charge for their function:
- At the door: Yes
- Presale: Yes
Contact the Venue Manager
• Ask questions • Check availability
Get in touch with the right person
Response usually within a few hours
No commitment to book
Frequently asked questions about Lower Deck Function Room at Helm Bar
Are 18th birthday parties allowed at Helm Bar (Lower Deck Function Room)?
No, the space will not host 18th birthday parties.
Can I bring my own food to a function at Helm Bar (Lower Deck Function Room)?
No, the venue does not permit this.
About Helm Bar
1 function space, up to 150 guests
Similar function spaces
Contact the Venue Manager
Contact the Venue Manager
• Ask questions • Check availability
Get in touch with the right person
Response usually within a few hours
No commitment to book