The Rooftop Terrace
Hosted by Lopdell Precinct
SpacetoCo Host since June 2022 · 250 bookingsLopdell Precinct is an arts and culture facility located in Titirangi Village, West Auckland. Three buildings form the Precinct; the historic Lopdell House, the Treasure House and Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery.
About this space
The rooftop terrace is a beautiful open-air deck with stunning views across the Manukau Harbour. Open to the public seven days a week, it can be closed when booked for private use.
Located on level 3 of Lopdell House, the rooftop terrace is perfect for wedding ceremonies, small music events and social functions.
- Capacity: 120 people
- Floor area: 260 sqm
- Under balustrade lighting
- Underfloor electricity
As this is an outdoor venue some restrictions regarding the time your event finishes and noise levels will apply.
Opening times
Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 4:00pm, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Rules
Not for Profit groups & Auckland council bookings may be eligible for a discount, Please discuss after booking is processed.
We are a venue only provider
The management and running of your event is the venue hirer’s responsibility. Including set up and pack-down of the venue. Please include enough time in your booking for set up/clean up.
Protection from the weather
There is no fixed roof over the terrace to protect you from the elements. If you would like a canopy, we will provide you with the details of our supplier upon request.
A canopy is up to 12m x 8m in size does not require a permit.
Facilities
There are no kitchen or toilet facilities on the rooftop terrace, we can provide access to 2 bathrooms on level 2 of Lopdell House for an event.
Lighting
There is LED strip lighting under the balustrade, this is the only night lighting available, if additional lighting is required it would be provided by the hirer.
Furniture
There is no furniture or equipment provided with this venue, the hirer would supply any furniture items needed for the event.
Catering
Hirers may provide their own catering and refreshments; we are happy to supply details for local catering businesses
Alcohol
You need an alcohol special license if you are:
• Selling alcohol at an event
• Charging an entry fee or collecting donations where alcohol is
being supplied for free.
Examples include:
• Private functions
• Festivals/concerts
• Ticketed events
• Functions in public venue where public access is not
restricted
When you don't need an alcohol special license:
You do not need a special license when you are supplying alcohol or guests are bringing their own alcohol to a private event, if it is not open to the general public.
This only applies to a private event where a family occasion is celebrated in a hired venue and guests bring their own alcohol or the host supplies it for free. A license cannot be issued for BYO events.
Permitted times of Hire and Noise
Due to limited lighting daytime hires are recommended. Lopdell House is in a residential area with some neighbouring properties within metres of the Rooftop Terrace. Noise restrictions apply after 5pm.
Health and Safety
Children must always be supervised by an adult when on the rooftop terrace, climbing is strictly prohibited.
We require sensible host practices to be adhered to if alcohol is being consumed.
Additional details
Free Parking off South Titirangi Road across the Library.
For bus stops and schedules please refer to Auckland Transport.