The Ancaster Mill | Niagara Escarpment Wedding Venue

Nestled at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment in Ancaster, Ontario, Ancaster Mill is a historic stone mill transformed into a restaurant and event venue, combining natural beauty, heritage architecture, and refined hospitality. Built from limestone with thick stone walls, exposed timber beams, and original mill artifacts, the venue seamlessly blends rugged charm with elegant touches.

Several rooms are available for different sizes and vibes:

• Falls Room, the largest of the event spaces, features floor-to-ceiling windows with waterfall and millstream views and accommodates up to 190 guests.

• Governor’s Room has classic ballroom charm, a stone fireplace, and high ceilings and accommodates mid-size weddings up to 120 guests.

• The Millview Room boasts a tranquil setting with its magnificent conservatory-style windows at every angle. Day or night, this room is designed to capture the Escarpment’s beauty that changes with the seasons. It can accommodate up to 100 guests.

• 1812 Room and Terrace hosts historic, cozy, smaller-sized receptions with a built-in dancefloor and fireplace and accommodates up to 70 guests.

• The Solarium is intimate and, much like the Millview Room, is designed to show off the Mill’s beautiful setting, overlooking the waterfall and stream. It can host up to 32 guests.

Ancaster Mill is one of seven beautiful wedding venues in the Burlington, Hamilton, Cambridge, and Guelph areas by Pearle Weddings.

Below are a handful of our Ancaster Mill weddings. Click through each gallery for a full wedding recap, some of their wedding floor plans, and a list of the amazing vendors who made these celebrations unforgettable.

FAQs About Ancaster Mill Weddings

Q: Where is Ancaster Mill located?
A: Ancaster Mill is located in Ancaster, Ontario, at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment. It’s easily accessible from Hamilton, Burlington, and about an hour from Toronto.

Q: How many guests can the Ancaster Mill accommodate?
A: Ancaster Mill has several event spaces with varying capacities. From intimate weddings of 30–70 guests in the 1812 or Millview Rooms, up to approximately 200 guests in the Falls Room, there are options for both small and larger celebrations.

Q: Are there spaces for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies at the Ancaster Mill?
A: You’ll find both indoor and outdoor options, including the Miller’s Chapel (indoors, with a stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and arched timber trusses) and the Streamside Chapel outdoors, along the escarpment and beside a stream.

Q: Does Ancaster Mill have a preferred vendor list?
Yes, Ancaster Mill has a preferred vendor list; however, you are able to use vendors outside of the list for everything except food and beverage. One note is that outside DJs and A/V teams are subject to an additional fee.

Q: Is there accommodation on-site at Ancaster Mill?
A: Ancaster Mill does not have overnight accommodations. However, there are several hotels nearby in Ancaster and Hamilton for wedding guests.

Q: Is there a bridal suite available?
A: Yes, Ancaster Mill has dedicated bridal preparation rooms on-site, allowing couples and their wedding parties to get ready in comfort.

Q: How many people can I seat at the harvest tables for an Ancaster Mill wedding reception?
A: We suggest a maximum of 8 seats at the wood harvest tables as they are only 37” wide. By the time centrepieces and candles are added to the tables, it is very tight to fit 2 seats at the ends.

Q: Do we need a wedding planner for our Ancaster Mill wedding?
A: The Ancaster Mill includes an event coordinator who assists with planning details along the way. They also include a Maître D and a Concierge to support your wedding day, ensuring the wedding day runs smoothly. While their team is vital to the event’s success, we encourage couples to hire an outside wedding planner to help with the pre-wedding planning of all non-venue-related details.