Wedding ceremony on the lawn at Aurum Sky overlooking the valley

Aurum Sky · KwaZulu-Natal

Weddings at Aurum Sky

A private estate for celebrations of up to 300 guests overlooking KwaZulu-Natal's Valley of a Thousand Hills.

A day shaped around the two of you.

The estate opens onto four hectares of lawn, garden and valley. Where you marry, where you eat and how late you dance is yours to decide.

Our family-run team stays close through the planning, so the details are handled long before your guests arrive.

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Ceremony seating on the open lawn with the hills beyond

Ceremony

Vows beneath the open sky

Ceremonies take place on the lawn or in the gardens, with the valley as your backdrop and the afternoon light doing most of the work.

Candlelit reception in the Ballroom with long tables

Reception

Dinner, music, and the hours after

The Ballroom moves easily from dinner to dancing — warm, intimate and comfortable for up to 120 guests.

The Lawns

Up to 300 guests

Open air, framed by the Valley of a Thousand Hills.

The Gardens

Up to 100 guests

Garden ceremonies and cocktails among the planting.

The Ballroom

Up to 120 guests

Indoors, for something closer and quieter.

Seasonal sharing plates on a linen table

Food & Drinks

Menus built around your table

Long-table feasts, sharing plates or a plated dinner, with a licensed bar and staff who know how to keep an evening moving.

Garden ceremony beneath the trees with guests holding parasols

Décor & Coordination

Styling that suits the setting

Bring your own suppliers or work with ours. Either way, someone from our team is with you on the day from set-up to breakdown.

Wedding days at the estate

A couple walking through a flower arch above the hills
Guests at a long banquet table with floral centrepieces
Garden ceremony beneath the trees
Long table set in the garden beneath string lights
Place setting detail with florals and candlelight
Marquee reception with long tables and greenery
A couple embracing under the gazebo above the valley
Long table with tall baby’s breath and candlelight
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Real Celebrations

Stories from Aurum Sky

Featured weddings will be published here as full stories, with photography credits and the suppliers behind the day.

Kind words from celebrations past.

We wanted the valley to do most of the talking, and it did. Our guests were still on the lawn long after the sun went down.

Questions, answered.

How many guests can Aurum Sky accommodate?
The Lawns hold up to 300 guests, the Gardens up to 100, and the Ballroom up to 120 indoors.
Can we host the ceremony and reception at Aurum Sky?
Yes. Most couples marry on the lawn or in the gardens and move indoors or under the stars for dinner and dancing.
What happens if it rains?
The indoor venue serves as a covered alternative, and we plan a weather option with you well before the day.
Is parking available?
Yes, there is secure on-site parking for guests.
Can we bring our own suppliers?
You're welcome to bring your own florists, photographers and stylists. We can also recommend people we trust locally.
Can we have a bar?
Yes. We offer a licensed bar with staff, and drinks packages can be tailored to your celebration.
Do you offer catering?
We do. Menus are designed around your celebration, from long-table dinners to relaxed sharing plates.
Can we schedule a venue viewing?
Viewings are by appointment. Send us an enquiry and we'll arrange a time that suits you.
How far is Aurum Sky from Durban?
Around 40 minutes from central Durban and roughly 15 minutes from Hillcrest.
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