Functions & Catering at Flinders University

Wildernest is Flinders University's hospitality venue at Bedford Park, in Adelaide's southern suburbs – just minutes from Blackwood, Marion and Mitchell Park. One experienced team delivers private dining, special events, conference catering and campus catering, with Chef Tom Tilbury's seasonal menus celebrating the best of South Australia's producers.

Private Dining & Events

Set in an elevated space overlooking the Bedford Park campus, our venue accommodates 80 seated guests or 200 standing for cocktail functions.

We host executive dinners, donor and alumni gatherings, visiting academic receptions and corporate partner events. For occasions that call for something more personal, we create a bespoke menu in consultation with you.

  • Fully licensed bar with a curated wine and spirits selection
  • Digital screens and microphones
  • Professional service staff
  • Dietary requirements managed with care

Conference Catering

Large-scale catering for academic conferences of 80 or more delegates – up to 300+ across approved University venues – including multi-day programs.

Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and continuous beverage service are delivered by a dedicated team that knows campus venues and conference schedules, with simple per-person pricing and integrated dietary management.

As an embedded Flinders provider there's no external catering transport, no temporary serviceware hire and just one team to work with.

Campus Catering

Seasonal catering for meetings, workshops and events of 20 guests or more, ready for pick up or delivery across the Bedford Park campus. Everything is prepared in-house by the Wildernest kitchen.

  • Hot lunches
  • Individual lunch boxes
  • Lunch meeting packs
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Grab'n'go platters
  • Tea, coffee and drinks

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available across all menus.

Location

Level 2, Student Hub
Flinders University
Bedford Park SA 5042

Restaurant open Monday to Friday 8:30 - 2:30