Social Groups
At Tyalgum Ridge Retreat, we cater to all groups, no matter the size or purpose. From church groups to family reunions, meditation retreats to running clubs and sports training camps, our beautiful venue is the perfect place to connect and unwind. Whether you're looking to relax or host an action-packed conference, we offer both fully catered and self-catering options to bring your retreat to life. Contact our team today for more information.
Tyalgum Ridge Retreat caters for all group sizes from 50 – 200. Cost effective accommodation and excellent meals make the Retreat an affordable venue for corporate groups and social groups of all types.
The Retreat has a large auditorium which seats over 200 people. It is equipped with a large screen, data projector and sound system. It is ideal for conferences, services, music productions and rehearsals.
Tailored packages to meet your groups needs.
Tyalgum Ridge Retreat has hosted groups of all types
• Church groups- youth, young adult, families and leader conferences.
• Family reunions / birthdays
• Weddings
• Meditation, Yoga groups
• Music group rehearsals
• Sporting groups
• Cycle clubs
• Fitness groups
• Corporate conferences
• Rotary / community service groups
If you are organising a group weekend please contact us for more information.
FAQ- Social Groups
NO ANIMALS- unfortunately we can not allow ANY animals at all onto the property. Please be aware that any person with an animal will be asked to leave the property immediately.
SUPERVISION- Parents are responsible for the supervision of children at all times. Please do not allow children to go into any paddocks or animal areas, use TRR equipment/outdoor education facilities whilst on site, and strict supervision is required in the pool area and games rooms. NOTE- there are numerous open dams on the property- this is a danger to all children- no children should be unsupervised at any time.
MEAL TIMES- Please ensure all guests are on time for meals- hot food will only be served for 30 minutes from start of the meal time. Our standard meal times are:
Breakfast 7:30am,
Lunch 12:00pm,
Dinner 6:00pm.
(Morning Tea- 10:00am and Afternoon Tea- 4:00pm)
Please ensure your program is set around these meal times and that you allow enough time to ensure you are at meals on time.
AV EQUIPMENT- our site has a projector and portable speaker/microphone for use in the auditorium. Please let us know if you would like to use this equipment during your stay. The projector has a HDMI connection. If your device does not have a HDMI connection, please bring a suitable adaptor. A DVD player and range of DVDs (suitable for children) are available for use.
ROOMS- Group Coordinators are responsible for room allocation of guests. Group coordinators are required to carry out inspections of rooms on the last day to ensure they are clean and tidy. Before departing, rooms and beds are to be left as they were found- pillow in place and blankets folded neatly. If luggage storage is required- there are bag racks near the carpark available for use.
WIFI- WIFI is not available in our guest area. Please contact our manager if you have an urgent need for internet connection.
TELEPHONE- Unfortunately some mobile phone carriers do not have full coverage in this area. The Telstra network has full coverage (telstra, boost, aldi etc.)- other networks are limited.
If required our office number is 0474654501.
EMERGENCIES- Should an emergency occur please contact the Tyalgum Ridge staff member. It is important to let Tyalgum Ridge staff know if you have called 000 or are leaving the property for emergency reasons.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS and MEDICAL ALERTS- If the dietary information is not provided ONE week prior to camp we cannot guarantee to have meals for those individuals with special dietary needs.
WET WEATHER- Our Philosophy is to continue regardless of the weather so long as safety is not jeopardized. If doing any outdoor education program- our Program Director chooses to alter the program due to inclement wet weather, alternative activities will be implemented.
BEFORE ARRIVAL AT TYALGUM RIDGE- ensure you numbers are communicated, program checked, arrange transport to and from Tyalgum Ridge keeping in mind that NSW is on daylight savings time during Summer.
UPON ARRIVAL AT TYALGUM RIDGE-
Coordinator to arrive prior to guests- call TRR manager 0474654501- they will meet you in the BBQ area. Your coordinator/team will need to meet with our manager to go through a little bit of housekeeping.
You are then responsible for the direction of your group as they arrive- consider- parking, room allocation, meal times etc.
PARKING- Your group is responsible for parking- if you have a large number of cars- please ensure you have people available to direct guests up to our overflow parking behind the fruit trees- near the oval.
NO parking on the grassed areas near the building. The loop road around the building MUST be kept clear- only park in designated areas.
FREE TIME/SPORTS EQUIPMENT- we have beautiful grassed areas that are ideal for recreational activities. Consider bringing some sports equipment ie. balls, nets, lawn games etc.
POOL- the pool area is available for your use, please ensure the area is always supervised, gate is shut and no glass to be taken into this area at any time.
FIREPIT- If your group has booked the use of the fire pit, please ensure your allocated fire marshal has met with our TRR manager to go through Fire safety information and processes prior to use.
