Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Avenue • Gloucester • MA 01930
We'd love it if you would mention that you found Hammond Castle Museum on the Here Comes The Guide website.
Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Like a real-life fairytale, this faithful replica of a medieval castle (complete with turrets and a drawbridge!) sits perched on a dramatic rocky bluff along the windswept Gloucester coast.
- Your celebration can take place in the romantic gardens, in the stunning Great Hall, or a combination of the two. Whatever you choose, you're sure to feel like royalty.
- Guests are welcome to explore the museum's multiple rooms, which house the original owner's extensive collection of wonderful Medieval and Renaissance artifacts.
Video
Deals
Elopements | $750 3:30-4:30pm; $850 after 4:30pm
This rental includes 1-hour exclusive access to the Great Hall and Courtyard, as well as the ocean-facing lawn, and gardens for your ceremony and photographs. The rental includes the ceremony with an officiant and photographer. Additional fees may apply for more family members attending, such as adult children or parents of the couple.
Petite Weddings | $3,000
Perfect for up to 20 people, these intimate celebrations include 2-hour exclusive access to the Great Hall and Courtyard, as well as the ocean-facing lawn, and gardens for your ceremony and photographs. Monday–Thursday only.
Pop the question in the luxury of a castle by the sea!
Enjoy exclusive access to the picturesque grounds and interior of Hammond Castle Museum for a 1-hour hour, private proposal. Between 4–5pm, proposal/engagement rentals are $350 and after 5pm, rentals are $450.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $6,000–8,500/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Event duration
A non-refundable, transferable $2,500 deposit is required to secure your date. Rental fees range from $6,000-$8,500, and depend on the day of the week, and duration of the event. The balance is due one month prior to the event. The rental fee also includes a half-hour rehearsal if the ceremony is scheduled at Hammond Castle Museum.
Events may start setting up at 3:30pm, and the rental begins at 5pm. The bridal party may also arrive at 3:30pm, and guests may arrive starting at 5pm.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 120 | 120 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 120 | 120 |
| Reception | Seated | 90 | 120 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 90. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
Alcohol
BYO
All alcohol must be served by licensed and TIPS-certified bartenders.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Not wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round. During the museum's operational season, 5pm–10pm. Times are flexible during the off-season.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Museum
- Beach / Ocean
- Unique
- Non-Profit
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Historic / Landmark Building
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Garden
- Landscaped Grounds
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Whether it’s an engagement, elopement, or wedding celebration, the Castle provides the perfect backdrop for both grand gatherings and smaller celebrations alike. All couple welcome.
Hammond Castle Museum
*Sending your email through the Here Comes The Guide website lets this venue know we sent you! Thank you for your support!
Wedding Venues > Massachusetts Wedding Venues > North Shore Wedding Venues