FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know about hiring Frankston Yacht Club.

Planning an event comes with plenty of questions. We've answered some of the most frequently asked questions below to help make organising your function at Frankston Yacht Club as simple as possible.

If you can't find the information you're looking for, please contact our Event Coordinator, Cassie, and we'll be happy to help.

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN YOUR FUNCTION ROOM ACCOMMODATE?

Our function room can comfortably accommodate up to 80 guests seated or up to 100 guests standing, depending on your event layout and setup. We also have a spacious entrance foyer, which is ideal for welcoming guests, registration or arrival drinks, as well as a beautiful deck overlooking Port Phillip Bay. For larger events, we recommend discussing your proposed setup and guest numbers with our Event Coordinator in advance.

DO YOU PROVIDE CATERING?

Frankston Yacht Club is primarily a venue hire facility, so catering is not included as part of standard room hire.

Hirers are welcome to arrange their own catering, or we can provide recommendations for local catering suppliers to help you find an option that suits your event.

Please note that BYO alcohol, soft drink and juice is not permitted. Alcohol service must be arranged through Frankston Yacht Club.

IS PARKING AVAILABLE?

Frankston Yacht Club does not have a private car park. Guests can use the public parking areas located directly near the club. 

Please ensure you comply with all applicable parking restrictions and signage.

Frankston Yacht Club is not responsible for any parking fines incurred by guests or hirers.

ARE THERE BLINDS ON THE WINDOWS?

Yes. Sheer blinds are fitted along the windows throughout the function room and can be used during presentations, meetings or other events where you require reduced glare or additional privacy.

Please note that the two doorways leading onto the balcony do not have blinds.

CAN I HOLD A HENS OR BUCKS PARTY AT FRANKSTON YACHT CLUB?

Unfortunately, Frankston Yacht Club does not accept bookings for hens or bucks parties.

DO YOU PROVIDE EVENT STAFF?

Frankston Yacht Club is a venue hire facility and standard room hire does not include event or catering staff.

However, bar and wait staff can be arranged for your event at an additional cost, subject to availability.

If you require additional staff to assist with catering or event service, please discuss your requirements with us when making your booking so we can provide a personalised quote.

HOW MUCH SETUP TIME WILL I HAVE BEFORE MY EVENT?

We understand that having enough time to set up your event is important.

We will endeavour to provide you with as much setup access as possible. Your access time will depend on club activities, member use of the venue and other bookings scheduled around your event.

Setup times are therefore negotiable and will be confirmed with you prior to your event.

HOW LONG CAN MY EVENT RUN FOR?

Standard Friday and Saturday bookings are generally up to 5 hours, however longer hire periods may be available by arrangement.

Additional charges may apply for extended bookings.

Please speak with our Event Coordinator about your preferred event times when making your enquiry.

CAN I LEAVE ITEMS AT THE CLUB AFTER MY EVENT?

Unfortunately, we have limited storage space available at the club.

For this reason, all personal belongings, decorations, equipment and other items brought into the venue must be removed at the conclusion of your booking.

Items cannot be left at the club for collection the following day or at a later date.

WHAT FURNITURE IS AVAILABLE?

The venue currently has the following furniture available for use:

• 8 large round tables, seating up to 10 guests each

• 100 chairs

• 4 cocktail/high bar tables

• 19 white square café tables

Furniture availability may change, so we recommend confirming your requirements with us closer to your event date.

CAN I HIRE MY OWN FURNITURE?

Yes. You are welcome to arrange additional furniture through an external hire company.

Any hired furniture must be arranged, delivered and removed by the hirer, with all items collected at the conclusion of your event.

Please ensure the furniture and hire arrangements are discussed with us in advance so we can ensure they are suitable for the venue.

DO YOU SET UP AND PACK AWAY THE FURNITURE?

Frankston Yacht Club provides the use of our available furniture, however the hirer is responsible for setting up and packing away the furniture used during their event.

If you require assistance with setup or pack-down, additional staff may be available at an extra cost, subject to availability.

IS THERE SPACE FOR A DANCE FLOOR?

While Frankston Yacht Club does not provide a physical dance floor, there is space within the function room to create a dedicated dance area, depending on your guest numbers and chosen room layout.

Our Event Coordinator can discuss different setup options with you to help make the most of the available space.

CAN COFFINS BE BROUGHT INTO THE VENUE FOR A FUNERAL OR CELEBRATION OF LIFE?

Yes. Frankston Yacht Club welcomes Celebrations of Life and funeral gatherings, and coffins are permitted to be brought into the venue.

The venue provides suitable access for this purpose. If you are planning a funeral service or Celebration of Life and have specific accessibility or arrival requirements, please discuss these with our Event Coordinator in advance so we can assist with arrangements.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

We're here to help.

Every event is different, and we're happy to discuss your requirements, answer any questions and help you understand how the venue can work for your occasion.

Contact Cassie, our Event Coordinator, at:

frankstonyachtclub@gmail.com

We look forward to helping you plan your event at Frankston Yacht Club.