Perched atop a scenic vantage point, stands the perennial Brock House. Located just a mere 15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver and only 30-minutes from Vancouver International Airport, this 1912 Tudor Revival Heritage Mansion is gracefully nestled within meticulously manicured gardens. Adorned with towering trees unveiling an enchanting tapestry, the lush surroundings offer an inviting outdoor setting for beautiful ceremonies while the breathtaking sunset views set the tone for a dreamy evening reception.

Facilities and Capacity

Brock House offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, perfect for small to medium-sized weddings. The venue features numerous oak-accented rooms, including the vintage Grand Foyer, Halpern Room, Oak Room (bar), and Atrium/Conservatory on the main floor, complemented by smaller private rooms and a partially covered outdoor patio on the second floor. The Atrium/Conservatory seats up to 110 guests and can be converted to host ceremonies as a backup in case of rain or used as a dance floor, while the Halpern Room has a capacity of up to 65 guests in a reception-style setup. The Begg Room & Sunroom 2, Art Room & Deck, Games Room and Mezzanine on the second floor are available for guest overflow, bridal rooms, and other event-related purposes.

The West Lawn is ideal for outdoor cocktail receptions, lawn activities and captivating wedding photos. On the North Lawn, the Marquee Tent (available between April and mid-October) can seat up to 140 guests. The majestic oak tree serves as an iconic backdrop for wedding ceremonies, providing sweeping panoramic views of English Bay and Burrard Inlet, framed by the Coastal Mountain Range, and with the picturesque Jericho Beach in the foreground.

Brock House is wheelchair accessible, featuring ramps at both the front and back entrances on the main floor, as well as an elevator from the main floor up to the second floor. Accessible washrooms are available on both floors.

Services Offered

Peake Catering, renowned for its industry expertise, is the exclusive events catering partner at Brock House and manages all aspects, including bookings, venue tours, menu tastings, beverage selection, event setup, teardown, and food and beverage services. Choose from a variety of menu styles, including plated or family-style service, elegant buffets with carving stations, action chef stations, and reception-style canapés and presentation menus. For morning events, decadent brunch menus are also available.

Among the services offered at Brock House are:

• The use of premium china, cutlery, and glassware
• Setup of tables and linens (guests, buffet, signing, and ancillary), Chiavari chairs, and service equipment
• In-house audio system (main floor only): podium and microphone, and background music
• Limited priority guest parking
• Dance floor in the Atrium/Conservatory

Venue access times vary between weeknights and weekends. A list of vendors can be provided for wedding and event planners, decor and outside rentals, music and DJs, and florists.

History

Philip Gilman, a wealthy mining engineer, built a dream home at Jericho Beach in 1911 but faced financial challenges and sold to Mildred Brock in 1922. The Brock family named their new home "Brockholm" and stayed in the house until 1938. The property changed hands to David Tait, whose widow sold the house to the RCMP in 1952 to be used as an additional facility for the RCMP's Vancouver Subdivision until 1971. The City of Vancouver acquired Brock House in 1975, then transferred it to the Vancouver Park Board, later awarding it to Brock House Society. Since 1978, Brock House Society has managed the building and to this day offers numerous programs, events and activities to seniors.