Our story begins in 1858 when Frank Jones arrived in Portsmouth with a dream of brewing ale. Within three decades, The Frank Jones Brewery became the largest ale producer in the country. As ale production expanded, the brewery added a cooperage and scald house to clean the barrels. Workers used scalding hot rocks to sanitize barrels because soap and water would cause them to warp. Once cleaned, the barrels were filled with Jones’ signature ales. The Hawthorn now occupies this Scald House, retaining its original red-brick walls, towering beams, and industrial windows. “Cheers,” then, has a whole new meaning at The Hawthorn. When you raise your glass at your event, you’ll be toasting in a place that’s positively brewing with Portsmouth ale-making heritage and local history.

Our family lives on one of the few farmlands within the borders of York, Maine. Our passion for preserving the endless open fields surrounded by two-hundred-year-old trees and generations of wildlife has encouraged us to share and celebrate with you. In addition, we have proudly continued to preserve history by restoring a barn from the 1700s that we discovered in Barnstead, New Hampshire, and brought to the coast of Maine. Our mission is to share all this beauty with you on your special occasion. Among the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, we would like to provide a taste of country elegance for your everlasting memories.

The historic Horse & Hound is a 12-bedroom lodge in the White Mountains that is perfect for an intimate micro-wedding or grand affair. Guests have easy access to some of the northeast's best hiking, and mountain and road biking. The lodge sits on a quiet country road two hours from Boston, Portland and Burlington, so your guests will have easy access to airport. The eight-acre estate offers variety of options for wedding events, including: an exposed-beam dining room, a large paved patio, upper and lower outdoor terraces, a charming garden and greenhouse, and a horse trailer bar! Couples can also take advantage of the venue’s many photo opportunities, including among the sugar maples and the bridge over the babbling brook. The Horse & Hound provides an easy drop off and turnaround spot for buses and 55 parking spaces for wedding guests. There are a number of other accommodation options for guests not staying at the property within 5 miles.

Embarking on the journey of marriage is a momentous occasion, and it deserves a venue that is equally as grand. At LaBelle Winery, we understand that every couple has unique dreams for their special day, and we are dedicated to bringing those dreams to life. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a destination, simple or grand wedding, LaBelle Winery in Derry, NH is the perfect venue for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration! Our picturesque vineyards provide the perfect backdrop for your celebration, with stunning views and a tranquil ambiance that will leave you and your guests breathless. Winemaker Amy LaBelle and an award-winning architect created our refreshingly distinctive venue spaces. Our team of wedding experts will assist you in curating an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones from start to finish. Our award-winning wine, exceptional cuisine, carefully orchestrated details, and extraordinary service will exceed your expectations!

Autumn Lane Estate is a special place to us and a property that has been in the family since the area was settled. We purchased it 3 years ago and designed this venue while preparing for our own wedding! We put our heart and soul into crafting the space while using our own wedding planning experience to provide extra unique details with future couples in mind. Now that we have celebrated our own wedding here we are excited to share the venue with others! We love connecting with our couples and can't wait to meet you too!

Our barn uses centuries - old techniques and traditions of joining heavy timber frames with a mortise and tenon method, supported by wooden pegs and brackets. Using local woodworkers and craftsman bring the true Maine experience to our barn. While building an old style building and incorporating all of today's amenities, such as temperature controlled environment, lighting, plumbing and plenty of parking it makes the perfect place for your venue.

At the historic and romantic York Harbor Inn, we specialize in oceanside functions and banquets. Our 66-room upscale Inn offers over 5,000 square feet of banquet space gracefully set within 7 private and beautifully decorated function rooms —some with ocean views and fireplaces! At the heart of the Inn's facilities is the Yorkshire Ballroom—an elegant 3,000 square foot room with a 35 foot cathedral ceiling and dramatic skylight atrium. Whether your guest count is 2 or 150 we have the perfect location for your wedding celebration. Our elegantly appointed and historically charming reception spaces exude a classic coastal feel that will add an element of distinction to your big day.