Appleford Today

Appleford is managed by a volunteer committee known as The Appleford Committee, who maintain the home and gardens for hosting a variety of events throughout the year.

Appleford is considered the premiere suburban setting for weddings, private parties, business meetings and civic functions, and has partnered with a list of exclusive area caterers and musicians. Up to 200 guests may be accommodated for a seated dinner on the tented terrace. The house, which can accommodate up to 140 guests depending upon the type of event, is available year-round. Total capacity for use of the tented terrace and the house is 200 guests. The tent is in-place over the terrace from April through November. Also available are a three-room bride's suite and handsome groom's room for wedding parties.

Appleford is a favorite site for business meetings and events. Numerous board meetings, seminars, receptions and dinners for important clients have been held at Appleford. Civic functions and Garden Club meetings are also accommodated. Appleford has also become a desirable site for photo shoots.

While weddings, rehearsal dinners and private parties are the most popular events, retirement, anniversary and birthday celebrations are also on the rise. Memorial services and luncheons following funerals have also taken place at Appleford.

The grounds and gardens provide numerous settings for ceremonies and photographs: the medallion garden, the boxwood garden, the perennial garden, the rose garden and the woodland garden are just some of the areas which have attracted attention. Appleford maintains its own greenhouse and gardening staff, which carefully tend specimen planting for the delight of visitors.

Contact Director Laurie McGrath at (610) 527-4280 or via email at applefordestate@comcast.net to discuss your event and to schedule a site visit.