Historic Rock Ford 881 Rockford Road • Lancaster • PA 17602
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Sitting on 33 lush acres, this exquisite 18th-century estate along the Conestoga River showcases the very best of Lancaster County, with perennial and kitchen gardens, natural woodlands, sweeping lawns, and a beautifully preserved Colonial manor house and barn.
- Let the stately 1794 brick mansion serve as the backdrop for your vows, followed by cocktails on the lawn or the adjacent piazza. Intimate receptions unfold in the stunning barn, with its rustic rock walls, hand-hewn beams, tavern-style bar, antique lanterns, and customizable lighting system.
- Affordable rental fees include weekend-long access to the entire property, so there's plenty of time to prep, decorate, and soak in the big moment. Design the flow of your day however you like, whether you opt for an entirely al fresco gathering under the breezy pole tent or a cozy wintertime celebration inside the barn.
DEALS: What discounts, special offers, or packages are available here?
Inquire about special discounts for select 2026 dates!
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $4,500–7,200/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Time of year
The rental fee includes:
- Full weekend access to the venue (Friday 10am—Sunday noon)
- Choice of outdoor ceremony location (over five options)
- Use of three dressing areas: the Katharine Suite in the 18th-century Hand Mansion, a standalone cottage, and a suite in the Snyder Gallery
- Climate-controlled historic barn with a customizable lighting system, a built-in bar, and a piazza
- Outdoor white pole tent with café lighting
- Tables, chairs, wine barrels, and setup & teardown
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 250 | 250 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 100 | 250 |
| Reception | Seated | 100 | 250 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 100. | ||
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
BYO
Food trucks are welcome!
Alcohol
BYO
Alcohol must be served by a RAMP certified bartender.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Access limited
Availability
Year-round, daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Barn
- Garden
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Private Estate
- River
- Museum
- Non-Profit
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Creek / River
- Forest / Woods
- Garden
- Landscaped Grounds
- Meadow / Fields
- Park
Historic Rock Ford
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