Ilam Homestead

03/03/2025

What a special day! Congratulations to Kate and Will!

02/03/2025

As Another Beautiful Wedding Season Comes to a Close…

What an incredible season it has been at Ilam Homestead! From the heartfelt vows exchanged under the grand trees to the laughter echoing through the historic halls, every wedding has been a privilege to host.

A huge thank you to all the brides, grooms, families, and friends who chose Ilam Homestead as the place to celebrate love. Your joy has filled our gardens, your stories have become part of our history, and we are truly grateful to have been part of your special day.

As we look back on this past season, we’re also looking ahead with excitement! If you’re dreaming of a timeless, elegant wedding set among stunning gardens and a charming historic homestead, we’d love to help bring your vision to life. Now booking for the next season—reach out to secure your date!

15/02/2025

Cheers and Beers!!! What an absolutely fabulous day!! Thank you all for coming!! See you all in November 🍻

14/02/2025

Marquees are going up!! Beer is chilling! Bring on tomorrow at South Island Beer Festival #24! For some lower alcohol options we will be pouring….

‘Super Smash Bros ‘til Hoppy Draught’ PA by Volstead Brewing Company
‘Amberly Tea’ session IPA by Brew Moon Brewing Company
‘Light Owl’ session IPA by Cassels Brewing Co.

Sober ticket holders - there’s a free glass of ‘Earl Grey Kombucha’ by b.effect brewing company for you all!

14/02/2025

Saturday 15 February - Fine. Fresh northeasterlies, easing. 25 degrees. Sounds like the perfect weather to be at South Island Beer Festival #24!

A fresh IPA or APA goes down quite well on a day like this! We'll be pouring....
Garstenstein white IPA by BEERS
Eavesdrop bright IPA by Gambit Brewing Co
Brighten Up bright IPA by Brew Moon Brewing Company
Sultana Red IPA by BEERS
Eclipse bright IPA by Cassels Brewing Co
Whole Lotta Lettuce by Burkes Brewing Co
Milkshake IPA by Concept Brewing
Captain Jacks red IPA by DNA Brewery & Taproom
Amarillo Brick Road by Concept Brewing
Ding Ding Round 2 APA by Altitude Brewing
White Sands white IPA by DNA Brewery & Taproom
The Resinator Low Carb WCIPA by Two Thumb Brewing Co

SEVEN tickets remain! get in quick! https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/sibf-24

12/02/2025

We can’t wait to see you all on Saturday relaxing on the gorgeous grounds of Ilam Homestead! Feel free to bring a picnic rug or chair!

You could be sipping one of these delicious drops….

‘Dirty Chai pastry stout’ by ChinChiller Brewing Ltd.
‘Kiwi Dark Lager’ by Shortjaw
‘Under the Table Saison’ by Emporium Brewing
'Tag Team Hazy Rye PA’ by Southpaw Brewing Company and Emerson's Brewery
‘Toff Secret pastry stout’ by test_lab_brewing
‘Hoppy Porter’ by Three Boys Brewery

11/02/2025

FIVE sleeps! South Island Beer Festival #24 is just around the corner!

Perhaps you'd like to add a sour to your list?....or a cider?...gingerbeer?

"Limoncello" by ChinChiller Brewing Ltd.
"Cherry Sour" by Ground Up Brewing
"Berry Spritz" by Shortjaw
"Hazy Hoppy Sour" by Three Boys Brewery
"Tarty Temptress Lemonale" by Scotts Brewing Co
"Strawberry Fields Forever" Ghost Brewing Co.
"Mango and Lime Cider" by Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.
"Ginger Bear" by Crimson Badger Brewing

Just 46 tickets left! - get yours now https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/sibf-24

23/01/2025

Plans are well in hand for South Island Beer Festival #24 on Saturday 15 February! Complement that beer with some fabulous food 😋 Look what deliciousness we have in store for you…..

Wildfire Pizza Limited
Argentinian Sandwich
Smoke 'n' Barrel Restaurant & Catering
PretzelBox
The Chippy

Get those last remaining tickets now https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/sibf-24

18/11/2024

Briefing tonight at the gorgeous Ilam Homestead for our awesome Brew Crew who will be pouring for you on Saturday!
Of course it was important to check that the glasses work!

Cider lovers here’s some options for you!
“Barrel-fermented Knotted Kernel 2023” by Peckham's Cider, “Apple Roughy Cider” by The Mussel Inn,
“Mango Lime Cider” by Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.
“Boysenberry Cider” by Peckham's Cider,
“Dark & Grizzly: Ginger Bear with spiced Rum and Lime” by Crimson Badger Brewing.

We are all SOLD OUT for this Saturday 23 November and there will be NO door sales. There are some early bird tickets for our end-of-summer event in February still available (South Island Beer Festival #24) and are on sale now https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/sibf-24

29/08/2024

Now that’s more like it!! 🌼🌞 Spend your afternoon at South Island Beer Festival #23 on Saturday 23 November! Sunshine, beer, friends….. anything better? Tickets are on sale at https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/sibf-23

30/03/2024

22/02/2024

Super proud of Kate Owen and her NEW single ‘Little Flowers’ released today! Filmed in our very own gorgeous Ilam Homestead!!

Stream it here: https://ffm.to/littleflowerskateowen

03/02/2024

Greater Goods vegan platters delicious

08/10/2023

When the weather doesn't play along we move the ceremony upstairs. Ilam Homestead has excellent all weather options.

Photo - Rebecca Claridge

08/10/2023

Winter wedding at Ilam Homestead

Rebecca and Richard

Photo - Rebecca Claridge

08/10/2023

Rebecca & Richard looking amazing at a recent winter wedding here at Ilam Homestead.

Photo - Rebecca Claridge

08/10/2023

Grazing platters for days

Photo - Susannah Blatchford