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The Priory: private functions in Hamilton, Newcastle
The Priory at The Blind Monk is a private function room behind our main bar at 76 Beaumont Street, Hamilton NSW 2303. Bring 30–70 guests together for a birthday, engagement party, Christmas celebration, fundraiser or work function.
Function details at a glance
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Capacity: approximately 30–70 guests; minimum 30 guests to book.
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Room hire: free, with a $400 minimum spend on function food.
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Deposit: $200, credited towards your function food.
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Catering: shared platters and canapés, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options on the menu.
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Drinks: pay as you go or set up a bar tab to suit your budget. We do not currently offer drinks packages.
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Private, air-conditioned function space.
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Birthday cakes welcome with no cakeage fee. Other outside food is not permitted.
Check availability for your function
Tell us your preferred date, start time, occasion, estimated guest numbers and dietary requirements. Our team can help you plan food and drinks for your group.
check out your function date, email us or call 02 4023 5290.
We do not currently accept bookings for 18th birthday parties.
Function Area
Platter Options
Dips Platter – $100
Assorted house made dips, served with fresh grilled bread and crudités.
GLUTEN FREE OPTION AVAILABLE
Savoury Platter – $175
Chef's selection of house made baked and fried classic party favourites served with complementary condiments.
100 PIECES
Vegan Platter – $185
Chef's plant–based twist on classic party favourites served with complementary condiments.
100 PIECES
Antipasto Platter – $200
A selection of cured meats, local cheese, house made dips, warm olives, dried fruit, nuts, house made lavash and grilled focaccia.
IDEAL FOR APPETISERS AND GRAZING
Mixed Skewer Platter – $185
Semi dried tomato pesto chicken, spicy marinated lamb, porcini & herb marinated beef. All served with complementary condiments.
60 PIECES
GLUTEN FREE OPTION AVAILABLE
Pizza Platter – $140
Selection of 3 x 18" pizzas with a vegetarian option available on request
(ONLY AVAILABLE AFTER 4PM WED-SUN)
NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA
Slider Platter – $185
BEEF: Lettuce, tomato, onion tomato chutney and Swiss cheese
CHICKEN: Panko crumbed chicken breast , mixed leaf, tomato onion & zesty pesto
SWEET POTATO BLACK BEAN: Lettuce, tomato, onion, paprika aioli
CHOICE OF 1 OPTION ~ 30 PIECES PER PLATTER
Gluten free option available
Mexican Taco Platter - $275
45 delicious tacos in various flavors. Accompanied by 3 bowls of crispy corn chips, you'll also get fresh guacamole and zesty salsa for the perfect flavor boost!
Canapé Options
MINIMUM ORDER OF 20
Just Nibbles
$38 per person
Choice of 4 canapés (hot or cold) and 1 substantial served over 1 hour
Something More
$48 per person
Choice of 6 canapés (hot or cold) and 1 substantial served over 2 hours
Just Feed us
$58 per person
Choice of 8 canapés (hot or cold) and 1 substantial served over 2 hours
Cold Canapés
BEETROOT, GOAT CHEESE AND WALNUT TARTLET (V)
Roasted beetroot, goat cheese and spiced walnuts
PARMA CROSTINI
Parma ham, sun-dried tomato and bocconcini on garlic crostini
POACHED SALMON AND DILL CROSTINI
White wine poached salmon with dill citrus cream cheese
MINI CRAB VOL AU VOUNTS
spanner crab meat, lemon and fresh herbs
CAPRESE SKEWERS (GF) (V)
Balsamic marinated cherry tomatoes, bocconcini and fresh basil
PULLED PORK CROSTINI (GF)
Spiced pulled pork served with apple slaw on crisp tortilla
Hot Canapés
ARANCINI (GF) (V)
Tomato & mozzarella w garlic aioli
HALOUMI DIPPERS (V)
Crumbed haloumi strips with a harissa dipping sauce
MARINATED CHICKEN SKEWERS (GF)
Semi dried tomato marinated chicken breast, creamy basil aioli
MINI CHICKEN VOL
Chicken, cream cheese and fresh herb filling
PORK BELLY BITES (GF)
slow cooked pork belly in Smokey southern style sauce
PUMPKIN, WALNUT & MOZZARELLA PASTRIES (Vegan)
Spiced pumpkin, walnuts and vegan mozzarella
MOROCCAN PRAWN SKEWERS (GF)
Prawns coated in a Moroccan s&p flour mixture w almond aioli
BEEF MEATBALLS (GF)
In a rich tomato sauce
Substantials
ADD ANOTHER SUBSTANTIAL TO ANY PACKAGE FOR $6
ANGUS BEEF SLIDER
w/ swiss cheese, cos, tomato onion, beetroot chutney and paprika aioli
CRUMBED WHITING AND CHIPS
Crumbed whiting fillets, shoe string fries, house tartare & mixed leaves
RISOTTO (GF) (V)
Sautéed, seasonal vegetables, creamy sun-dried tomato pesto finished with shaved Parmesan
POLENTA CHICKEN SLIDER
Polenta crumbed chicken, mixed leaf, tomato, onion and zesty pesto
SMOKED CHICKEN SALAD (GF)
Rocket, olives, sun-dried tomato, onion, mozzarella & fresh herbs and shredded smoked chicken
SWEET POTATO SALAD
(Vegan) (GF)
Balsamic roasted sweet potato, green beans, fresh radish and pepitas
FAQs
CAN I PLAY MY OWN MUSIC?
You sure can, (in back function area only) just need to bring a phone or laptop with an audio jack and we can plug it in our system, so you can rock out to your own jams all night!
IS THERE A MINIMUM SPEND? Yes, we have a minimum spend of $400 on function food and require a minimum of 30ppl to book The Priory.
DO I HAVE TO ORDER FUNCTION PLATTERS?
Yes, we do require a minimum spend of $400 on function food.
DO I NEED TO PAY A DEPOSIT?
Yes, we take a $200 deposit for any function. Deposit fully refunded towards your function food options.
CAN I START A BAR TAB FOR MY FUNCTION?
You sure can, we can start a bar tab to any amount.
DO YOU HAVE DRINKS PACKAGES?
Not currently, it is order as you go.
CAN I DECORATE THE AREA?
You sure can, make it your own space! As long as there is no permanent marks, go for it!
CAN I BRING MY OWN CAKE OR FOOD?
We do allow birthday cakes and can store them in our cool room. We do not charge Cakeage. No other outside food is permitted.
IF I CANCEL, CAN I HAVE MY DEPOSIT REFUNDED?
Yes if given at least 3 weeks notice.
CAN I BRING CHILDREN?
You sure can, we have no restrictions on children provided their is adult supervision.
IS THERE AIR CONDITIONING?
Yes, the area is fully air conditioned.
Is there really no hire fee?
Yes — our function room is completely free to hire. You simply organise minimum spend of $400 on food to suit your event.
DO YOU ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR 18TH BIRTHDAY PARTIES?
Unfortunately, no - we don't currently take bookings specifically for 18th birthdays.
ALREADY HAVE A FUNCTION BOOKED AND WANT TO ORDER FOOD?
WHAT PEOPLE SAY FROM OUR REVIEWS!
“Great space for a function — everything ran smoothly and the food and drinks were spot on.”
“Everything was so well handled… from booking to service on the night… everything ran seamlessly… staff made sure everything was perfect.”
“Service was fantastic… staff made sure everything was perfect”
“Amazing vibe and atmosphere… great place to meet friends”
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Private functions in Newcastle
The Priory at The Blind Monk brings groups of approximately 30–70 together in a private, air-conditioned room behind our main bar in Hamilton. Here are some of the occasions we host.
Birthday parties and celebrations
Celebrate with shared platters, canapés and drinks from the bar. Bring your birthday cake with no cakeage fee, and decorate the room without leaving permanent marks. We do not currently accept bookings for 18th birthday parties.
Engagement parties and hens parties
Gather your friends and family in a private space with food and a bar tab to suit your group. Ask us about bringing decorations and playing your own music in the back function area.
Work functions and corporate events
Plan a team celebration, staff party or social networking event in Hamilton. Tell us your preferred date, guest numbers, food requirements and drinks budget so we can help plan your function.
Christmas parties, fundraisers and social groups
The Priory also hosts Christmas parties, end-of-year celebrations, fundraisers and group gatherings. Enquire about availability for your date and discuss catering and dietary requirements with our team.
Free hire and function costs
There is no room hire fee. A minimum of 30 guests and $400 in function food is required, with a $200 deposit credited towards your function food. Drinks are pay as you go or on a bar tab; we do not currently offer drinks packages.
Enquire about your function
Find us at 76 Beaumont Street, Hamilton NSW 2303, Newcastle. Call 02 4023 5290 or use the Enquire Now button below. Include your date, start time, occasion, estimated guest numbers and catering needs. We’ll confirm availability and help with the next steps.