Why choose Gibbet Hill?
A Gibbet Hill Wedding has it all - a stunning location any time of year, five-star meals, and service that is second to none. You can truly have a fairytale wedding at Gibbet Hill with a ceremony in a beautiful pasture, a rustic New England barn, or even at the ruins of Bancroft's Castle. Located in the charming town of Groton, MA, Gibbet Hill is a landmark full of gorgeous scenery and amazing people who help make it one of the most popular wedding venues in New England.
Planning Your Gibbet Hill Wedding
Booking the venue
- Be sure to book a date at least a year in advance as space fills up quickly, especially in the summer and fall months.
- The Barn can accommodate up to 240 guests and they offer options for more intimate gatherings as well.
Design and styling
- There are endless choices for your decor to compliment the barn space. From drapery to lighting to florals, you can create a beautiful atmosphere unique to your celebration.
- Table settings can also be customized using vintage glassware and candles while the space also allows for large farmhouse tables or rounds depending on your style and vision for the layout.
photography
- It is so important to hire a photographer who has experience working in a space like the Barn at Gibbet Hill (like us!)
- The dark wood and high ceilings of the barn make it extremely challenging to photograph while preserving the ambience of the venue so you need to be sure your photographer is skilled in lighting.
- We've photographed nearly 20 weddings at Gibbet Hill so we know the property and staff well, and you can be confident we have the experience and ability to beautifully capture your day.
Gibbet Hill Wedding Ceremony Locations
the lawn
With panoramic countryside views the lawn is the perfect option for an outdoor ceremony. Only steps from the barn, the scenic beauty makes a perfect backdrop and the expansive landscape offers plenty of space for your guests and endless options for photos.
the barn
A turn-of-the-century space renovated for events, the barn offers a romantic and classic location for your wedding. With capacity up to 240 guests the soaring exposed beam ceilings make even large events seem intimate.
The Barn at Gibbet Hill is a turn-of-the-century barn, renovated for special events. Described as rustic, charming, romantic, intimate, and classic, The Barn can seat up to 240
the castle
The most exclusive ceremony venue (only 4 per year) , the ruins of Bancroft's Castle sit atop Gibbet Hill overlooking the fields and town below. With the ivy covered courtyard walls and weathered stone towers, it's not an exaggeration to describe this space as magical. A truly unique and romantic place for a dream wedding.
The Food at Gibbet Hill
Gibbet Hill is not only an amazing wedding venue but it also has its own award-winning restaurant, all of which reside on an 80-acre working farm that provides the freshest ingredients possible. (They are also suppliers for other great venues like the Crane Estate and The Estate at Moraine Farm)
You can customize your menu with a wide array of passed hors d'oeuvres, plated dinners and buffets so there is a choice for every taste. You'll be able to work with the staff to choose the best options based on the season of your wedding so the cuisine will be uniquely tailored for you.
Gibbet Hill Wedding Cost
barn wedding receptions
Dec. 15th- April 13th
F&B Minimum/Barn Rental Fee:
Mon-Wed: $3,000*/$0
Thursday: $3,000*/$0
Friday: $8,000*/$0
Saturday Daytime: $3,000*/$0
Saturday Evening: $12,000*/$0
Sunday: $5,000*/$0
April 14th -August 31st
F&B Minimum/Barn Rental Fee:
Mon-Wed: $3,000*/$500
Thursday: $5,000*/$500
Friday: $16,000/$2500
Saturday Daytime: $5,000*/$500
Saturday Evening: $25,000/$8,000
Sunday: $12,000/$1,000
September 1st-November 16th
F&B Minimum/Barn Rental Fee:
Mon-Wed: $3,000*/$500
Thursday: $5,000*/$500
Friday: $20,000/$5,500
Saturday Daytime: $6,000/$1,000
Saturday Evening: $26,000/$9,000
Sunday: $16,000/$2,500
November 17th-December 14th
F&B Minimum/Barn Rental Fee:
Mon-Wed: $3,000*/$500
Thursday: $5,000*/$500
Friday: $16,000/$2500
Saturday Daytime: $5,000*/$500
Saturday Evening: $20,000/$4,500
Sunday: $12,000/$1,000
*20% discount off plated menu
Ceremony Fee
$1,000 December 15th–April 13th | $1,500 April 14th–December 14th
Includes two-hour early arrival time for the wedding party, thirty-minute ceremony, ceremony chairs, comprehensive day of coordination.
Historic Bancroft’s Castle Ceremony & Usage Fee
$10,000
Any date, mid-June through mid-October. Limited to four events per year. Includes Luxury SUVs & drivers to transport guests to the castle ruins. Two-hour early arrival time for the wedding party, thirty-minute ceremony, ninety-minute cocktail reception, ceremony chairs, comprehensive day of coordination.
Gibbet Hill Wedding Photos
If you love the idea of a Gibbet Hill Wedding filled with rustic elegance, sweeping views, and exceptional cuisine, this venue is hard to beat. It offers the perfect mix of classic New England charm and natural beauty —an unforgettable setting for your special day.