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Whist Weddings
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"We got married on the Whist grounds and has our reception at the Carriage House bar on the property...."
"Words can not express the fabulous experience that I had at University and Whist Club on my wedding..."
Why couples loved this venue
- Quality catering
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
About this venue
Nestled in Wilmington, Delaware, Whist Weddings is a stunning historic wedding venue perfect for couples dreaming of fairytale "I dos." This exclusive celebration setting is secluded within the Tilton Mansion, home to the University and Whist Club of Wilmington, and vows to make you and your beloved feel as special as you deserve. With a one-event-per-day approach, only your nearest and dearest will be with you on this milestone occasion, so you can expect nothing short of exceptional service.
Facilities and Capacity
Experience this beautifully designed mansion and its grounds as you exchange your vows and celebrate your union with family and friends. Whist Weddings can accommodate every moment of your big day across their indoor and outdoor spaces. You can walk up the aisle under the shade of mature verdant trees and a pergola, creating an intimate and romantic ambiance as you tie the knot. As your loved ones mingle and enjoy a celebratory drink, your photographer can lead you around the lush lawns to capture those magical newlywed moments. Afterward, the grand ballroom can host your reception. Tall ceilings, wooden beams, sparkling chandeliers, and a neutral color palette allow for a bright and airy event that can be adorned to match your vision. The venue can hold up to 130 guests for a seated meal with dancing and requires a minimum of 75 people. There are two private dressing rooms on-site so both wedding parties can prepare in comfort and style.
Services Offered
Whist Weddings provides a variety of services to ensure your big day runs smoothly and is as memorable as can be. The culinary team takes care of the catering, which includes hors d'oeuvres, a choice of two entrées for your plated feast, and wedding cake from a trusted vendor. You will be invited for a private menu tasting with two guests in advance, so you can rest assured every bite will be simply delicious. A five-hour open bar is also available, with a special sparkling wine toast to accompany your grand entrance or the speeches. The venue offers off-street parking and is wheelchair accessible, so all your invitees can enjoy your occasion. Take a 360° Virtual Tour and enjoy an exclusive sneak peek today!
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36 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
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Reviews of Whist Weddings
Fabulous experience.
Loved University and Whist
Excellent Wedding Experience
Wonderful Whist Wedding!
A Stress-Free, All-Inclusive Venue to Remember
The Whist provided all the tables, chairs, linens, flatware, food, beverages, and staff for our event. They work with multiple vendors in the area to augment what they provide. For example, we hired the following vendors: DJ (District DJ), Photographer/Videographer (Frederick and Reid Photography), Alpacas with handlers (Illusion Ranch Alpacas), Baker (Deserts by Dana), and a Florist (M. Coty). With those few vendors, in addition to the venue, planning was much smoother - you can choose from their rolodex or find your own.
As it pertained to the venue, we heard from all of our guests about how much they loved the venue and the quality + warmth (where appropriate) of the food. As for the people behind the scenes, we talked to plenty of staffers and everyone was incredibly nice. The bartender, chefs, and wait staff did a great job.
Not having to jump from location to location for the ceremony and reception offers great peace of mind. Not needing to coordinate with rental companies and caterers for the reception is another weight off your shoulders. You may hear the cliché, “There was so much going on that we didn’t enjoy our wedding.” Through planning and coordination with Margaret, we got to enjoy every minute of our wedding with all our guests. It was an experience we’ll always remember!
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Whist Weddings is a beautiful venue. The perfect place for your wedding or event. The staff is very professional and great to work with.
As close as you can get - locally - to a "castle" environment. Great venue!
University and Whist is a great place to have a wedding/wedding reception.
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