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The Bradford Team
The Bradford Team
Krista, Lucy, Sarah, Hannah

Woman-owned

11 years in business

6 team members

Nestled on 16 acres in the quaint town of New Hill, NC The Bradford was intentionally designed to embrace the countryside of Europe while embodying the serenity of home. It is a place where effortless elegance meets approachable luxury.

An event at The Bradford is not just a day or a single moment, it is a uniquely tailored experience.


Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 250 guests at this unique venue. You can say your “I do's” in any of their beautiful Gardens with towering trees surrounding you. You’ll have the option of their Front Garden, Side Garden, Terrace, or Back Field. Your guests can then mingle on their outdoor Terrace for cocktail hour, while you and your partner take unforgettable photos. Finally, you can then sit down for a lovely dinner and dance the night away in their Ballrooms - Cora and Daughtery Hall. You'll also have access to the main house, which can accommodate up to 50 guests for a seated dinner, and 130 guests for cocktail hour.

Services Offered
This full-service venue offers multiple different locations and features on their property. The Bradford also offers in house planning services to help create a streamlined event for you & your guests.

Features included:

  • Indoor & Outdoor ceremony options
  • Exclusive access to main house, ballrooms, and getting ready suites
  • Access to all tables and chairs provided
  • Exclusive access to all outdoor gardens
  • Terrace with market lights
  • Venue access for 2 hours for bridal portraits
  • Venue accessibility for rehearsal
  • Lawn Games
  • Wood burning fireplace

They have an exclusive list of caterers and wedding planners for you to choose from, and a list of recommended DJs, florists, and specialty vendors.

Other Services
In addition to hosting your ceremony and reception, this elegant venue can host other events such as:

  • Wedding shower
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Engagement party
  • Elopements
  • Styled Shoots or Photography Workshops


Pricing information

$8,000 starting price
Reception
$5,000 starting price
Bar service
$40 per person
These prices are available for the months of January through December.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$40

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3+

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of The Bradford

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The Bradford stands out as a top choice for couples seeking an elegant and upscale wedding venue. Reviewers were consistently impressed by the stunning aesthetics of the space, versatile options for ceremonies and receptions, and the attentive and accommodating staff, particularly highlighting Lucy for her exceptional coordination. The venue's beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces, rain backup plan, and convenient overnight stay options received high praise, making it a highly recommended venue for couples looking for a picturesque and seamless wedding experience.

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The Bradford stands out as a top choice for couples seeking an elegant and upscale wedding venue. Reviewers were consistently impressed by the stunning aesthetics of the space, versatile options for ceremonies and receptions, and the attentive and accommodating staff, particularly highlighting Lucy for her exceptional coordination. The venue's beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces, rain backup plan, and convenient overnight stay options received high praise, making it a highly recommended venue for couples looking for a picturesque and seamless wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 102 reviews
Google
4.9/5 161 reviews
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 05/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best venue in NC

I looked at probably every venue in the state and nothing came close to The Bradford! This is the perfect venue for brides looking for something more elegant and upscale (at a great value). There are so many options on the property for where to host your celebration and the staff are wonderful. We felt so supported throughout our experience and were able to have our dream wedding day!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 01/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The 21st Night of September

I got married at the Bradford in September and not only was it a stunning venue not far from Raleigh, NC, the whole entire team was great to work with.

The venue itself is everything you might want of a Provençal estate but in the US. On top of that, the venue offers not only space to get ready, and have the ceremony and reception all in one place, but overnight stays. One of the biggest pluses for me was that there was a good rain backup plan (especially since I got married during Hurricane season).

The venue seems to be routinely making improvement to keep it up to date and gorgeous for couples. We elected to get married on the side lawn which was great because not only was the grass astroturf (therefore no heels were sinking while walking down the aisle) but theres a gorgeous fire place that can easily serve as an altar.

The Bradford also provides a list of recommended vendors that you can choose from (but aren't required to use) which was incredibly helpful with planning this wedding from afar.

I absolutely recommend this venue!
Krystyna
Krystyna Sent on 12/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Location

I didn't tell my fiance this at the time, but as soon as we pulled into the driveway of The Bradford I knew this would be the place. Although it was only the first venue we toured in the area, I knew the bar was already set extremely high and no other location would match up. The space is impeccably kept, the staff is incredibly helpful, and the atmosphere was everything I ever could've dreamed of. I would get married here 100 more times if I could.
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The Bradford Team
The Bradford Team
Krista, Lucy, Sarah, Hannah

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The Bradford frequently asked questions

The Bradford includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at The Bradford includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Bradford for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
The Bradford offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Bradford offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Bradford offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Bradford offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The Bradford is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.

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