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Canterbury Stables Weddings & Events
4 ★★★★☆ 36 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Wilmington, North Carolina
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 910-228-3178
- Website eventsatcanterbury.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |
The setting
“It feels private, elegant, and welcoming all at the same time.”
“The horses are friendly however they are not good at answering the phone but otherwise extremely nice to ride at.”
What couples say again and again
“We recently had the opportunity to spend time at Canterbury Stables in Wilmington, NC, and it truly is one of the most beautiful event venues in the area.”
From the reviews
The owners have made a beautiful transformation of the property with keeping the main barn structure that Linda Shelhart and family started in 1969. The original plans for the property are framed and hung in the barn. A lot of care went into shaping the property and keeping it a horse farm—with awesome additions too.
Amazing property. Beautiful venue for an event. Staff and ownership are definitely 5 star!!!
We recently had the opportunity to spend time at Canterbury Stables in Wilmington, NC, and it truly is one of the most beautiful event venues in the area. The entire property is stunning — from the peaceful surroundings to the thoughtfully designed event spaces.
As a wedding vendor, I get to see the behind-the-scenes reality of a lot of venues, and this place is top-tier. If you are looking for a venue that provides that perfect, effortlessly beautiful, laid-back vibe, this is it. From a professional standpoint, their team is a breath of fresh air.
Getting married at Canterbury Stables Weddings & Events
Canterbury Stables Weddings & Events comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Canterbury Stables Weddings & Events
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Canterbury Stables Weddings & Events — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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