A permanent display of works in the Reading Room 
Illustrations in the Reading Room by Sarah Davis 
One of our Hughenden friends... Hazel Edwards 
Illustration by Tricia Oktober hang in our Reading Room as a permanent display 
Storytellers at The Hughenden 
Susanne Gervay's Butterflies 
Illustrations on display at The Hughenden 
Thats Why I Wrote This Song, by Susanne Gervay 
Felicity Marshall's 'Sage Ark' 
Mal Pete speaking at The Hughenden 
The Hughenden is a patron of Room to Read 
Super Jack, by Susanne Gervay 
The Cave, by Susanne Gervay 
Illustration by Cathy Wilcox at The Hughenden 
Anthony Browne speaking at The Hughenden 
Sydney's Premier Art and Literary Hotel Call Us Now
(02) 9363 4863
BOOK NOW
Best Rates Guaranteed!
Hughenden News
Alien Shores
Book Launch
20th May
National Year of
Reading 2012
Live Piano Music
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
evenings
click for the artist schedule
FREE ROOM HIRE*
for all conferences, meetings & events
The Hughenden Cafe Restaurant
Menu Photos!
and the
Hughenden Book Cafe
Airport Transfers
with Andrew's Executive Service
The Hughenden recommends
Located next to The Hughenden
Looking after all your pampering needs
The Hughenden Reservations Desk
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
for all your booking questions & queries.
The Hughenden is on
Become a Hughenden Fan Today
The only Internationally acclaimed
live stand -up comedy
nightclub in Sydney.
At the Hughenden there is always a reason to celebrate. Whether it be with family or friends, celebrating at the Hughenden will always be memorable. With all our major holidays catered for, the Hughenden also hosts a variety of eclectic music, literature and art events.
Jazz Club at The Hughenden
Every Thursday night from 6pm
" A touch of Leonard Cohen"
with Courtney Severini
Jazz with the richness of Italian & French at The Hughenden Bar Lounge
Enjoy Thursday evenings with friends, jazz, a welcoming bar and specialities of the chef
**Courtney is currently resting her voice. She will return sometime in 2012
Storytellers Guild Australia
The Australian Storytelling Guild celebrates story telling at bi-monthly Sunday afternoon events over Devonshire Tea at The Hughenden, Sydney's Arts Hotel. Speakers have included Stephanie Parello, a born storyteller who weaves an eclectic tapestry of stories, songs, and anecdotes, tales of dreams, transformation, and the determination of one's own destiny.Inspirational storyteller Jonathan Drew tells stories from Germany's The Brothers Grimm to works from Australia's Tim Winton; Joy Day is a story teller who relates 'stories of the heart.'
The open microphone segment welcomes storytellers to relate their stories to the audience too.Australian Storytelling Guild president Vivienne Warden enthusiastically embraces storytelling. 'Adults like to tell and listen to stories, just as much as kids do. Sunday afternoons at the Hughenden is a special story telling occasion.
For more information regarding tickets, prices, and their next event, please head to their website at www.storytellersnsw.org.au.
The SCBWI is a professional organisation that acts as a network for children's authors, illustrators, editors and publishers. There are over 22,000 members in more than 70 regions worldwide. In Australia and New Zealand we have a strong and active network. The Hughenden Hotel is home to SCBWI and plays host to a number of regular meetings, as well as their annual international conference. Hundreds of childrens' book writers and illustrators live and work throughout Australia. Some are creating books full-time while others are supported by day jobs, night jobs, even spouses and partners, to contribute to the wonderful anthology of children's books that are being created on our continent. Founded in 1971, the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators is a world wide organization with over 20,000 members and chapters in 17 countries, making it the largest children's writing organization in the world. It is the international professional organization for writers and illustrators of children's literature. For more information about becoming a SCBWI member, or for conference and meeting details, visit their website at www.scbwiaustralia.org SCBWI Australia and New Zealand
The Parlour Magic Supper Club at The Hughenden, Woollahra Lost manuscripts from Wonderland; the hidden power of our minds revealed; Houdini's feats recreated; and the impossible rendered possible - all through the art of magic - at The Parlour Magic Supper Club. Bruce Glen, a member of the exclusive Magic Circle, has created 'Magic & Fairytales For Grown-ups (of all ages)' - a unique magic and storytelling show - especially for the stately, historic Hughenden Boutique Hotel, Woollahra. During the Victorian Era, magic experienced its first true golden age. Audiences were entertained in the parlours of their grand residences with intimate evenings of magic, food and fine wine. The magic has now been recreated for today's audiences. Bruce can be booked for private dinner parties, birthday parties, corporate cocktail parties and fundraising events. He will work with you to design the night around your needs - a birthday, or a team building event. The House Of Wonder And Delights The corny humour brought chuckles from Bruce Glen: M. 0412 110 959 E. info@BespokeMagic.com.au Palour Magic at The Hughenden
Ayers House Museum, Wed Feb 16
Magician Bruce Glen enters the ornate opulence of the room like a slightly
shady grandad with a trick up his sleeve. Beguiling from the start,
imploring the audience to suspend disbelief and connect with the innocence
of childhood (there wasn't anyone there under 10, so no tricks were blown),
mixing the imagery of fairytales with stories of Ayers House and local
characters and magicians, Glen takes us gently through magic without
high-blown rhetoric or razzamatazz.
the audience followed by sharp intakes of breath as another trick subtly
unfolds. In the trick of tricks the hour flies by and as you walk away and
add up the magic displayed, you realise what a well-crafted act Bruce Glen
is. The prestige is undeniable, big or small, magic is Magic. Suspenseful,
charming, mysteriously out of time. A great show for all ages.
Final Word: Transporting.
Ian Newton - 'Rip It Up' Magazine
Tuesday 25th December 2012 (12noon - 3:30pm) Celebrate Christmas with family and friends by letting us take care of everything - no cooking, no cleaning, just relax! With a traditional Christmas fare, our buffet lunch is like none other - offering fresh prawns and oysters, honey baked ham, roast turkey with the all trimmings and a selection of mouth watering desserts. Prices are only $168 per adult, including a 2.5 hour beverage package and $68 per child over the age of 10. ** Full prepayment is required by 20th December 2011 to guarantee your lunch reservation. Christmas Day Luncheon
Tuesday 14th February 2012 Spoil your special other half with a romantic candle-lit dinner at The Hughenden Cafe Restaurant.. Relax and unwind with a glass of sparkling wine in our Victorian Lounge and be entertained on the Baby Grand Piano. Romantic Desserts desgined to share will feature on the menu. Bookings are essential from 6pm till 9pm. To view the menu, click here Valentines Day 
Tuesday 6th November 2012 (12noon - 3pm) Makybe Diva is the champion of the all champions when in comes to the Melbourne Cup. Join in the fun and laughter with all of us at The Hughenden to watch the race that stops a nation. The champagne will be flowing on arrival, a delicious 3 course luncheon for all, sweeps will be available through the day, prizes for the best dressed and best hat and a mystery Melbourne Cup Trifecta ticket for each guest - all for only $80 per person.*** TAB facilities are provided around the corner at The Light Brigade. .Big Screen TV in the function room to ensure you can see every minute of action in the Melbourne Cup Carnival. *** Full prepayment is required by the 28th October 2012 to guarantee your reservation Melbourne Cup Lunch
The tradition of teatime has long been a cherished one, bringing tranquil settings to the mind, delicate refreshments to the palate & warm conversation with good friends to the heart. Each year The Hughenden launches Winter High Tea with a celebration of all mums on Mothers Day. Mothers Day is the second Sunday in May (13th May 2012) from 12pm till 3pm, bring your mum for a delicious 3 course High Tea affair. On Mother's day the price is only $55 per person including a glass of bubbles on arrival and a gift to all Mums from The Hughenden. This event sells out fast, so best to book in early. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Mothers Day High Tea