Weddings at Ardmore Guest Farm
Big love, mountain air, and a venue that doesn’t feel like a conference centre in disguise. From intimate ceremonies to full weekend weddings, Ardmore is where your people gather, eat well, drink well, and actually relax.
The Ardmore Wedding Experience
At Ardmore, we do weddings the way they should be: personal, unhurried, and properly hosted. You’re not just booking a venue – you’re stepping into a working guest farm in the Champagne Valley with serious views, a team that knows how to run an event, and spaces that flow beautifully from one moment to the next.
Want a simple “I do” and a long lunch? Easy. Want a full weekend buy-out with a Friday get-together, wedding day magic, and a next-day brunch? Also easy. And we plan your Plan A and Plan B from the start – because KZN weather is lovely… until it isn’t.
Ceremony & Reception Spaces
Ardmore gives you options – outdoor ceremony spots, indoor backups, and reception spaces that feel warm, connected, and “this is us”.
A connected indoor flow (the big win)
Our main hall is attached to a chapel-style indoor ceremony option and connected to a beautiful, large foyer / canapés reception room. That means no awkward transitions, no running around the property in heels, and a rain plan that feels intentional – not like a downgrade.
Ceremony options (choose your vibe)
- Sundowners Hill – sunset vows and mountain drama.
- Poplar Grove – shaded, romantic, rustic.
- Camphor Tree Lawn – open-air ceremony energy.
- Museum Gallery / Foyer – a stunning indoor option for ceremonies and canapés.
- The Large Hall – reception anchor and a strong indoor backup (up to 150 seated).
Curfew (so everyone’s on the same page)
- Outdoor amplified sound: until 00:00.
- Indoor dancefloor: until 03:00.
Venue Credit & Full Buy-Out Perks
If you’re planning a bigger weekend, this is where Ardmore becomes unfairly good value:
Book 50% of our rooms
Earn a 25% venue credit.
Book 100% of our rooms (full property buy-out)
Earn a 100% venue credit (venue fee effectively waived), plus an extended setup window.
Ask us about buy-out availability and how the venue credit applies to your preferred dates.
On-Site Stays
A proper wedding weekend works best when everyone sleeps on-site. We offer 17 on-site units (a mix of suites, chalets and bungalows), with pet-friendly options available. Fewer Ubers, fewer logistics, more time actually celebrating.
Food, Bar & Experiences
Our chef team runs catering in-house with multiple menu styles – from plated to feasting – and we take dietary requirements seriously (tell us early and we’ll do it properly).
We also offer menu tastings so you can choose confidently, and we can arrange pairing moments and add-ons that elevate the weekend.
Couples love these add-ons
- Bridal Spa – complimentary 60-minute treatment for both bride and groom on confirmed weddings.
- Sunset MCC on Sundowners Hill (by arrangement).
- Friday get-together and next-day brunch options for weekend weddings.
Come Stay, Walk the Venue, and Decide with Confidence
If you want to see Ardmore properly (not just a rushed day-trip), book a site-visit stay. If you book your wedding with us, what you spend on that weekend stay is credited against your final wedding bill.
Enquiries
Send us your ideal date, estimated guest count, and a quick note on your vision. We’ll respond with availability and our complete wedding brochure, including packages, inclusions, and planning details.
weddings@ardmore.co.za (or info@ardmore.co.za)
036 468 1164
076 267 0969