The Thompson Inn and Cyderhouse 90 Bennett Road • Durham • NH 03824
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Time slows down when you celebrate your wedding weekend at this stunning historic Inn and Cyderhouse, nestled along the Lamprey River. With buildings that date back to the 18th century, the property comprises a classic New England-style inn with 10 charming guest rooms (and a daily farm-to-table breakfast!), the beautifully restored Cyderhouse and attached timber frame barn, and sprawling grounds lush with verdant lawns, mature shade trees, and pastoral farmland perched above the river.
- From the moment you step onto the Inn's welcoming veranda on Friday afternoon, your celebration unfolds seamlessly, thanks to the expert guidance of the in-house coordinators and the flexibility granted by exclusivity. The Inn has ample room for casual gatherings, with an attached deck perfect for cocktails, late-night nibbles, or a morning cup of coffee. The Cyderhouse's three levels boast a range of possibilities—after entering the main post-and-beam hall, you'll find a private dressing loft upstairs and a cozy wine cellar downstairs.
- The culinary experience is designed around on what's fresh and seasonal, with the chef sourcing ingredients from the best local markets, farmers, and purveyors. From there, you can dream big—they'll work with you to craft a menu that fits your vision, tastes, and preferences, from an elegant plated reception dinner to a full weekend worth of meals for everyone on-site. You're also just a short distance from Portsmouth and the Seacoast beaches, making this spot a dream for destination weddings.
DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Book your July 2027 wedding and enjoy an extra day at the venue—FREE!
The standard venue rental includes Friday through Sunday; for all new July 2027 bookings, your stay will be extended to Thursday through Sunday at no additional cost.
- Extra time to decorate
- More time with family and friends
- A relaxed, stress-free wedding weekend
Inquire for details, and let them know Here Comes The Guide sent you!
The Thompson Inn and Cyderhouse offers micro-wedding packages!
Micro-weddings are available Monday–Wednesday and include:
- Indoor & outdoor ceremony options
- In-house catering & beverages
- Officiant and day-of coordination
- Floral bouquet and décor
- Lodging for 20 guests
- And more!
There is a $5,000 food minimum or 50-guests minimum, plus service charge.
Enjoy off-season discounts of $2,000 off the venue fee! Discounts are applicable to July 4,\ and October 31, 2026 dates with a limit of 100 guests. Buffet service only, with a food minimum of $8,400 plus 20% service charge and tax.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $8,000–21,000/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Time of year
- Event duration
Full weekend events range $16,000–21,000 and include two nights of lodging.
Single day events are only available on Sundays, starting at $8,000.
Food & Beverage Minimum
- $11,400/event and up
- Food & Beverage minimum varies depending on:
- Guest count
- Package chosen
Meals (when priced separately)
- $100/person and up
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 20%
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 152 | 152 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 152 | 152 |
| Reception | Seated | 152 | 152 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 152. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- On-Site Accommodations
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Barn
- Inn / Lodge
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Ranch / Farm
- River
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Creek / River
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Hills
- Landscaped Grounds
- Meadow / Fields
- Panoramic
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