William Penn Inn

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,000 for off-peak dates, and $13,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $6,000

Guest capacity

Up to 280 seated guests

About this venue

The William Penn Inn is a historic wedding venue in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, offering timeless charm just under an hour from Philadelphia. Established in 1714, the Inn blends over 300 years of history with elegant indoor and outdoor event spaces, including a picturesque garden for ceremonies and classic ballrooms for receptions. With on-site catering, a custom wedding cake, and a dedicated coordinator to guide every detail, couples enjoy a seamless and memorable wedding experience in a setting that feels both refined and welcoming.

Seated guest capacity

40-280

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

1017 Dekalb Pike, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002

Our event spaces

Carriage Room

Celebrate in the Carriage Ballroom, where classic sophistication and gracious hospitality create unforgettable weddings.

The Carriage Ballroom at William Penn Inn offers a timeless setting for weddings, mitzvahs, corporate events, and social celebrations. With elegant details, flexible floorplans, and space for seated dinners, buffets, or cocktail receptions, the ballroom pairs historic charm with versatility. We also offer all-inclusive wedding and mitzvah packages backed by exceptional cuisine, attentive service, and over 300 years of hospitality.

Guest capacity

40-290 Seated

40-300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

• Dimmers for customizable lighting • Working fireplace • Built-in mahogany bar • Approximately 1,000 sq. ft. dance floor • Stage accommodating up to a 10+ piece band • Gorgeous ivory draping • Exquisite chandeliers

Room cost

Only fee with wedding or mitzvah package would be a ceremony fee - $1,000 on Saturdays and $750 all other days - 30 minute ceremony

Carriage Room

Celebrate in the Carriage Ballroom, where classic sophistication and gracious hospitality create unforgettable weddings.

Guest capacity

40-290 Seated

40-300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Room cost

Only fee with wedding or mitzvah package would be a ceremony fee - $1,000 on Saturdays and $750 all other days - 30 minute ceremony

William Penn Inn packages

William Penn Inn Wedding Package

40-280 guests

Peak pricing $8,000-17,000

Off-peak pricing $6,000-15,000

Description

Celebrate timeless romance at the historic William Penn Inn, est. in 1714. Say "I do" in our lush Penn’s Garden or the elegant Carriage Ballroom. Our inclusive reception package takes care of every detail, featuring: a premium open bar, hors d'oeuvres, a three-course dinner, custom inn-baked wedding cake, menu tasting, Gold Chiavari chairs, Ivory floor length linens and day-of banquet manager. Contact our Banquet Dept. for the complete wedding package PDF! banquet.department@williampenninn.com

What’s included

Premium Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Overnight Rooms
Bridal Suite
Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Spaces (Plan A & B)
Option for Outdoor Cocktail Hour
Floor Length Ivory Linens
Fireplace
Gazebo Photo Op
Add a coat check attendant
Plethora of places to take gorgeous photos
Separate Spaces for Cocktail Hour and Reception
Padded Outdoor White Garden Chairs & Umbrellas
Stunning Chandeliers
Recommended Vendors List
Three Course Meal
Complimentary Menu Tasting
Inn-baked wedding cake
Historical building built in 1714
Excellent Service and Standards
Family Owned
Signature Drink

Available services that can be provided by William Penn Inn

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Liability insurance
On-site accommodations
Service staff
Set up
Wedding cake services
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Transportation & access

Self parking - free

Rentals

Barware
Chiavari Chairs
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Accommodations

Bedroom suites
Single queen rooms

Reviews

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Samantha W.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Aug 10, 2026
5/5 stars
We had the most amazing experience with the William Penn Inn for our June 2026 wedding! Everything from the planning process through the wedding day went so smoothly. Tiffany was wonderful to work with and was always quick to respond to my many questions throughout the entire planning process. She made everything feel organized and easy. The bridal suite was perfect for getting ready, and the snack tray and champagne were such a thoughtful touch. The room at the inn for the groom and groomsmen was also perfect and gave them a great space to get ready and spend the afternoon together. We received so many compliments from our guests about the food and the service throughout the entire event was excellent. Our cake was absolutely amazing and turned out exactly how I envisioned it! We also had such a great experience leading up to the wedding. The tasting for six people was incredible and made the planning process so much fun, and everything went perfectly at our rehearsal. On the wedding day, the team handled all of the setup and even assisted with cleanup afterward, which allowed us and our families to simply enjoy the day. We especially loved the all-inclusive package. Having so many details taken care of in one place made the entire process much less stressful. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and are so happy we chose this venue for our wedding!