Brighton Abbey

was going to cause more stress and challenges. Madelyn and her team helped take care of every detail, big or small. They were very helpful in recommending vendors as well. Everyone was quick to respond, professional and fair pricing. We would 100% recommend Brighton Abbey!

ounds and setting were absolutely beautiful, and so many of our guests commented on how gorgeous the venue was. Madeline Stevens was incredible to work with and helped make the entire day run smoothly. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and kindness made such a difference. The bar team at Twisted Spirits was also amazing, and the drinks were a huge hit with our guests. The only small issue was a slight delay getting drinks started during cocktail hour, but the team recovered beautifully — and the adorable baby cows were such a fun and memorable touch! Once everything was underway, the service and drinks were fantastic. Overall, we would happily give Brighton Abbey a 9/10. It was the perfect place for such a special celebration, and we are so grateful it was part of the beautiful memories created that day.

their preferred vendors made the planning process so easy. A special thank you to our coordinator, Kennady, who was amazing from start to finish. She was always quick to respond, incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, and made sure our wedding day ran seamlessly. We were able to relax and enjoy every moment because we knew everything was taken care of! We are so grateful to the entire Brighton Abbey team for making our wedding day so special. We couldn’t have chosen a better venue! ❤️

ommunication with my caterer and photographer was taken care of. The venue was clean, bright, and such a perfect place to get married. They were prepared and professional throughout the entire process.

cocktail hour, and the reception room was the perfect fit for us. The team at Brighton Abbey was very kind and helpful. The venue has a coordinator that works with you from start to finish and she worked directly with my coordinator to ensure everything moved smoothly. Overall, we are very happy with how our wedding day went and we wouldn't change a thing! 

last minute decisions about everything and it still turned out so beautiful!

g day it truly felt like a magical place that we were so happy we decided to get married at. The timeless chapel, spacious and stunning cocktail garden, and welcoming reception hall made for the perfect venue. We were very pleased with the planning process and the staff at BA as well. Bentley did a great job getting us started with all the info we needed and Mollie did a wonderful job executing near and on the big day. Both ladies led with friendliness and kindness that felt genuine and we could not have been more grateful. Twisted Spirits did a great job executing on wedding day and providing us with advice on quantities to purchase for the alcohol as we went with the "Just the Essentials" package. We just wish they were a bit more responsive and that we had heard from them earlier in the planning process as it was pretty much crunch time when we finally did. Overall, I would definitely recommend Brighton Abbey to live our your magical wedding day dreams!

e chapel was stunning for our ceremony and the ballroom was the perfect fit for our 143 guest count. The courtyard was perfect for cocktail hour, and also a great place for guest to go outside and visit once the music started if they didn't want to be on the dancefloor. The team at Brighton Abbey was also amazing! Constantly communicating with us and answering any questions we had through the planning process. Highly recommend Brighton Abbey!

le day feel smoot and stress-free. Our guest couldn't stop complementing how beautiful everything was. We are so grateful we chose this venue and highly recommend!

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very minimal decoration and can 100% stand on its own. The girls there are amazing and so helpful. Megan was so patient and thoughtful throughout the wedding month and her attention to detail ensured our special day went seamlessly! Say yes to Brighton Abbey!!

ormation on linens, and even took some measurements for me so I can plan my decor accordingly. They helped so much on wedding day as well. I am so greatful for the team at BA! My wedding day was perfect!!!

ey made everything run smoothly on wedding day. I enjoyed the constant communication and updates leading up to the big day. If you’re in search for a wedding venue I would definitely recommend Brighton Abbey ! Thank you Bentley and Brighton Abbey for everything ! ❤️

ay went by without any problems. The chapel was absolutely stunning. I would recommend this venue to anyone who is getting married.

t so smoothly & I will relive that day forever!! Thank you Brighton Abbey!!!!!

commend Brighton Abbey as a wedding venue, despite how beautiful it is. The biggest negative of our venue experience was that they did NOT disclose to us that the groom’s suite has no bathroom. This led to us seeing each other before the ceremony, as he had to walk through the main building to use the restroom. We toured in January 2025 and were excited when they told us they’re building a new groom’s suite in a separate building. BA never told us that there wasn’t a bathroom in the groom’s suite and kept the door in the groom’s suite locked so we couldn't tell if it was a bathroom or not. He found out day-of that it was storage for the florists. A complete disappointment and ruined our first look in the chapel. When the bride first walked in on the wedding day, they had her name misspelled on wedding day info-graphic on the TV screen/projectors. She had to ask them to fix it - a horrible way to set the tone for the day. The venue also messed up our slideshow. The groom provided a USB with just the powerpoint video to play and they did not do their due diligence to make sure it would loop or at least stop afterwards. During dinner, after our video was over, someone else's video started playing and caused a big confusion. The groom had to not only run to the office and tell them to stop the video, but also show them how to stop the video. This was an uncomfortable experience and again contributed to diminishing the day. There was a lack of attention to detail all around from the venue.

e incredible and easy to utilize too!

e the entire process feel so easy and there was no stress! Our wedding day was everything we dreamed it would be and none of it would have been possible without her help. She kept everything on track and handled everything so my husband and I had nothing to worry about on the day! I cannot rave about Megan and all of BA enough!!

l, our overall experience was marked by frustration and deep disappointment due to a series of major operational and communication failures that should never happen at a professional wedding venue — especially one charging premium prices. Yes, the property is stunning. The architecture and scenery make for a beautiful backdrop, and that’s largely why we chose it. But unfortunately, the management and execution behind the scenes fell far below expectations. Here are the key issues: 1. Inadequate Air Conditioning — Guests Were Visibly Uncomfortable
Despite multiple requests from our coordinators, staff failed to address the fact that the venue was uncomfortably hot. Well before the ceremony began, we asked the team to lower the AC, only to be told they couldn’t because the doors were open. My coordinator rightly pointed out that this wasn’t a valid excuse — guests need to come in through those doors. Only after pushing again did they say they would lower the AC. But during the ceremony, the space remained hot, and my coordinator had to go back yet again to demand action. At that point, someone finally went to adjust the thermostat — but by then, the ceremony was almost over. It became painfully clear that our initial request was brushed off. Guests were sweating and using fans — exactly the kind of distraction you don’t want on your wedding day. Side notes: the temperate was around 75-95 depends on the time of the day. majority id like 80ish. 2. Non-Functional Fridge and Freezer — Food and Drink Nearly Ruined
This was completely unacceptable. We brought in dozens of sodas, five cakes, and our wedding cake. We placed the drinks in the refrigerator around 9:00 a.m., only to find that by 2:00 p.m., nothing was cold — and everything was soaking wet from condensation. We tried moving the drinks to the freezer near the ice machine, but the result was the same. By cocktail hour at 5:00 p.m., nothing was cold. Thankfully, I brought my own cooler and was able to use the venue’s ice to salvage the situation, or we would’ve been serving warm soda to our guests.
Even worse, our cakes were delivered around 3:00 p.m., and by the time of the cake cutting at 8:00 p.m., they were melting and falling apart. The fridge was clearly non-functional, and that directly affected our desserts. For a venue that frequently hosts weddings, this kind of basic failure is completely inexcusable. 3. Projector Failure — Ruined a Critical, Emotional Moment
My fiancé went out of his way to prepare a surprise video for me during the reception. He sent the video via direct text message to the number the venue provided on Friday morning at 11:00 a.m., and never received a confirmation. On the morning of the wedding, he handed over a USB copy in person and was told it would be tested and passed along to the assigned venue coordinator when she arrived at 2:00 p.m. At that same time, the staff immediately asked for and collected the cash payment for the projector rental. When it came time to play the video (between 7:30–7:45 p.m.), it didn’t work. It took the staff nearly five minutes to troubleshoot the issue in front of our entire reception. The emotional surprise was lost in the confusion and delay. Based on what happened, we strongly suspect the video was never tested, despite their assurance earlier in the day. There was no sense of preparedness or urgency, and their response was telling. The only acknowledgment we received was a brief, “Sorry the video didn’t play,” when we ran into the staff later that evening. No accountability, no follow-up, and no effort to make it right. This was a significant, planned moment in our reception — and it was completely mishandled. 4. Uninvolved and Unreliable Venue Coordinator
Our assigned venue coordinator did not arrive until 2:00 p.m., even though we arrived at 9:00 a.m. to begin preparations. When she finally showed up, she didn’t greet us, check in, or even say congratulations. The only times I saw her were by chance — when she briefly apologized for the video and again at cleanup. Prior to the wedding, communication with the venue was spotty at best. Emails often went unanswered for days, and even when we did get replies, they frequently repeated questions we had already answered. It felt disorganized, impersonal, and unprofessional throughout the process. 5. Inflexible and Unreasonable Clean-Up Policy
One final frustration came during clean-up. The venue coordinator informed us that we were not allowed to throw away our Amazon boxes in their on-site dumpster. We were told that because we "brought those boxes in," we had to take them with us. This was never communicated to us in advance, and frankly, it makes no sense. We fully understood we were responsible for removing our décor and personal items, which we did. But being told we couldn’t dispose of empty Amazon boxes — after renting the venue and cleaning up thoroughly — felt unnecessarily rigid and unhelpful. If we follow that logic, does that mean we should also have taken home our empty cake boxes, soda packaging, and even used soda cans, just because they entered the venue with us? It was an unreasonable ask that added unnecessary stress to the end of a long day, and it left a negative final impression. Final Thoughts:
Brighton Abbey is a beautiful venue — but beauty alone is not enough. When a venue fails on essential logistics like temperature control, refrigeration, AV testing, communication, and basic hospitality, it directly impacts the success and enjoyment of a wedding day. What should have been joyful, seamless moments were instead clouded by stress and mismanagement. We sincerely hope the venue takes this feedback seriously and makes meaningful improvements. Couples invest not just money, but trust and emotion into their wedding venue — and Brighton Abbey needs to deliver more than just pretty walls to earn that.

red all of my questions, reassured me that the AV setup would work seamlessly, and even gave me a thorough tour beforehand. They also helped coordinate details like where everyone would stand, which made me feel so confident going into the big day. One of the thoughtful touches that stood out was the customized signage in our wedding’s theme color (light blue), which tied everything together beautifully. On the wedding day itself, they made the photo-taking process with our photographer and videographer smooth and efficient, which we really appreciated. The chapel is stunning on its own, so we opted for minimal décor, paired with a live violinist—and it was perfect. The European chateau-style exterior made for gorgeous backdrops, and my family and guests were amazed by the beauty of the ceremony. I also loved the bridal suite; it was spacious, elegant, and made getting ready such a memorable experience. Looking back, my only regret is not booking the full package, because the courtyard gardens are absolutely gorgeous. Overall, Brighton Abbey was professional, accommodating, and helped create the most magical setting for our wedding. We’re so grateful to have chosen this venue!

ell. We definitely recommend this venue.

to detail made our Princess and the Frog fairy tale wedding come together perfectly. The best decision we made was having Megan as our day-of coordinator. She was beyond phenomenal—super engaged, incredibly detail-oriented, and truly went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. She handled everything from coordinating with vendors and managing the music to leading the rehearsal with absolute precision. Her communication was exceptional, and because of her, our wedding day was completely stress-free. Brighton Abbey not only provided a stunning venue but also an experience we will cherish forever. We couldn’t be more grateful for the entire team who helped bring our dream wedding to life.

day. The staff was professional, responsive, and made everything run smoothly from start to finish. Our guests kept complimenting the setting and overall vibe. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a stress-free and elegant wedding location!