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On WeddingWire since 2017

Hatfield Farm is a rustic wedding venue located in Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia. This pristine retreat is located just 20 minutes from Halifax and offers a lovely escape from the city while being close to local amenities. It features a private lodge where you and your loved ones can celebrate long into the night.

Facilities and Capacity

Nestled in a secluded area of the property separate from the barn is Hatfield Farm’s exclusive event venue, Fort Clayton. This 5,000-square-foot lodge is ideal for celebrations of up to 225 guests. The festivities begin with the arrival of the happy couple to the venue in a horse-drawn carriage or sleigh. Newlyweds can use the carriage for photos in between the ceremony and reception. Nuptials can take place indoors or outdoors as there are a variety of beautiful locations to choose from. The lodge is surrounded by towering trees and overlooks a sparkling lake, providing a picturesque backdrop for your vows and photo sessions. Inside, the rustic reception hall features exposed beams and a large stone fireplace. The warm hearth can also serve as a ceremony venue for winter weddings. During the reception, guests are welcome to enjoy the Rubber Rodeo in an adjacent building, which boasts a mechanical bull and inflatable games for a unique experience. In the evening, the property’s bonfire pits are lit, allowing guests to relax and mingle.

Services Offered

Hatfield Farm offers a vast spectrum of services to ensure each of their couples can experience the wedding of their dreams. When you book your celebration here, their events staff will work with you to organize your special day. Whether its booking on-site accommodation or selecting your ceremony location, they are happy to help you throughout the process. They provide a DJ and a vast supply of music to entertain your guests and alleviate some of the stress of coordinating vendors. Catering services are also covered by the venue, with the option to add appetizers or late-night snacks during the reception. The on-site cabins and guesthouses can accommodate up to 60 guests, and there is even a special honeymoon suite for you and your new spouse.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

Minimum booking required depends on the type of event. Our Bachelor & Bachelorette parties start at 8 guests! Most of our weddings range from 100 to 225 guests but we can accommodate smaller parties as well.

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

18

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet hall
Farm
Historic
Inn/B&B
Park/zoo
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Country
Eclectic
Garden
Rustic
Vintage
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Dessert
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Outside alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle markers
Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Centerpieces
Chair covers
Dance floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,070

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,615

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,508

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$814

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Event planning
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/sound
Transportation
Parking
Bridal suite

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$46

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$46

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$46

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$25

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)
Dessert

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartenders
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Reviews for Hatfield Farm

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
12 reviews
98% recommend it
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Delia
Delia C. Sent on 17/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

One of a kind experience

We were married on October 5th at Hatfield Farms. We couldn’t have had a more amazing venue then Hatfield Farms. It was everything we wanted and more, our dog was allowed to attend as well. It’s a one stop shop. They provide the ceremony location, reception venue, food, JOP, some decorations, DJ which we also used as our MC, the rubber rodeo room and have camping cabins you can stay in. Where else can your guests be transported by horse and buggy to the ceremony site and where the bribe gets to come in by a horse drawn carriage. The venue is gorgeous on its own we only brought in minimal flowers for decorations. We can’t say enough about how wonderful, organized, and efficient all the staff were. Many of our guests said it was the most fun wedding they had ever been to. Where else do you have the chance to ride a mechanical bull? The food was abundant and delicious. We were able to have our ceremony outside by the lake and were able to take photos with the horse drawn carriage. They even indulged my wish to snuggle a baby goat on my special day. That was by far the best experience. Hatfield were also wonderful with the wedding party and made sure everyone was where they needed to be, when they needed to be. It took alot of anxiety away knowing everything was looked after ahead of time. We couldn’t have asked for anything better.
Corey
Corey Sent on 21/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing

Our guests couldn’t stop commenting about how much they love the venue. Everyone had the best time. hatfield staff are absolutely amazing to work with
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn K. Sent on 02/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

McKearney Wedding

Wow!!! If you’re looking for someone to go above and beyond to make your day special, this is the place!! A one stop shop that truly makes your vision happen
Rachelle
Rachelle R. Sent on 24/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING had the best wedding ever

I had the best wedding ever at Hatfields farms it was a dream come true ! A fairytale
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Meaghan S. Sent on 08/09/2024
4 out of 5 rating

Good experience, 7/10

Cherie Hatfield, co-owner of the farm, was my wonderful wedding coordinator from our venue viewing to the big day. She was incredibly responsive to my numerous emails and phone calls in the lead-up to the wedding and even held a pre-wedding meeting to go over details and help with decorations. Overall, the night went smoothly aside from a few small issues. Unfortunately, our justice of the peace (provided by the venue) read the wrong ceremony. We had written a personalized ceremony for him to read, but it seems he reverted to his standard script instead. My advice is to have everything you want in writing, including the order of events, and to thoroughly review the contract. Overall, the venue was very convenient for us, being close to home, and they take care of most details like decorating, catering, DJ, etc.
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Sara G. Sent on 18/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Day 2016

We had a fantastic day celebrating our wedding day with Hatfield Farns. The staff was amazing especially Brian and his wife!! Everything was on time, the food was incredible and our guests still speak of how much fun they had at our wedding. Amazing day overall and so many wonderful memories!!!
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Dawna M. Sent on 03/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic - fun, relaxed venue

We got married at Hatfield Farm in 2010 - the staff coordinated everything amazingly on the day, and was very helpful and supportive as the prep work and scheduling was done. Highly recommend!!
Jessica
Jessica P. Sent on 20/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! We are so happy

We hired Hatfield as our reception venue and they were great. Everything was pretty much seemless. There were a couple minor hickups that they corrected or offered to correct very quickly. The weather was not great and they were very accomidating to us and our guests. I am very happy with our choice and would recommed them to anyone looking for a rustic venue. The one stop shopping made it very easy and would be a great fit for someone who wants a very easy day witout the normal stresses of decorating and set up.
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Emma Sent on 18/09/2018
4.8 out of 5 rating

Hatfield farm wedding

Absolutely amazing all around! If you are looking for a fun, stress free wedding day this is the place to do it! The staff are excellent to deal with and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day/night/morning after :) highly highly recommended!!
Falon
Falon R. Sent on 26/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutley amazing

I absolutley reccomend Hatfield Farm to any couple getting married. It's a turn key wedding so all we had to bring was the cake and photographer. We ended up wanting to use our own decorations but they were very accommodating. We were so impressed.
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Alison & Mike
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Map

1840 Hammonds Plains Road B4P 1P4 Hammonds Plains (Nova Scotia)
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