Glen Foerd on the Delaware

hen blown away by the breathtaking views of the Delaware River from the ceremony and cocktail hour sites. The Riverside Pavilion was just what we were looking for – a huge dance floor, great coverage in the event of rain (including a sizeable overhang and the possibility to close all sides), and sturdy cement floors that wouldn’t turn to mush/mud in inclement weather. We rushed to book Glen Foerd, even before my partner had a chance to see it in-person – something we absolutely would not have done if I weren’t so head-over-heels in love with the venue. When we finally paid a visit together, my partner was just as blown away. It really is the perfect event space if you’re looking for an elegant, primarily outdoor venue with beautiful views of both water and greenery. And the historic mansion makes a great Plan B ceremony location in the event of rain! Events at Glen Foerd are run by Jamie Hollander Catering and have the added bonus of including an event coordinator. Our event coordinator, Grace, was AMAZING. She really made the whole process of planning a wedding so much easier by coordinating with all of our vendors and helping us use AllSeated to plan out floor plans and table seating. Although some couples may still want to hire a wedding planner to help with all of the little decisions, we opted not to, since we were primarily concerned about having someone there the day-of to make sure everything ran smoothly. Glen Foerd was also flexible when we had to reschedule our wedding due to the pandemic. Although we weren’t able to reschedule for a Saturday as we had hoped, we were able to reschedule for a Friday in 2021 without losing our initial deposit. When the big day came, we were thrilled to see our vision come together. It was truly a magical day -- Grace did a fabulous job, ensuring that everything ran smoothly, from the wedding processional (which we didn’t have time to rehearse), to the transition to cocktail hour, to coordinating dinner service. Grace really made sure the whole day/night proceeded without incident, although she did leave after dinner was served (note: we knew this ahead of time, and the event continued without a hitch. We just missed Grace’s top-notch attention to detail and organizational skills during event cleanup). The icing on the cake was the phenomenal food served by Jamie Hollander! Our guests were raving about the appetizers and their meals. Of course, it is a universal truth that something has to go wrong at a wedding, but we were so lucky that the only small “bump” in the road happened after the wedding was over. And that was largely due to our failure to communicate to the Jamie Hollander team what we wanted packed into our car, as well as what we needed to take with us (for example, I didn’t think to take my bridal bouquet home with me at the end of the night, but I should have!). Overall, if we were picking a venue and catering company again, I would 100% pick Glen Foerd and the Jamie Hollander team. Highly, highly recommend!

tting. I highly recommend the venue based on their exceptional service and the unique (and maybe haunted?) location.

process for our day of coordinator and she was fantastic. I felt so at ease with how the day would go in terms of the order of events as Grace had every hour planned out for us. The venue itself is gorgeous. We had our ceremony upstairs in the gallery and it was breathtaking! The food was also amazing! We had a great time with the tasting and on the day of. I still get compliments on the waffle ice cream sandwiches! So happy I chose GF and JH for my big day.

had to push our wedding back an entire year due to COVID and Grace worked closely with us to accommodate our new date and help us navigate a very stressful time. The venue itself is beautiful, our guests loved how gorgeous the mansion and grounds are. The art gallery on the top floor was a particular hit! Our guests loved touring it during our event and we took gorgeous wedding photos up there. But pretty much everywhere at Glen Foerd makes a good wedding photo. And having our ceremony right in front of the water was stunning. Grace was an amazing coordinator and made sure everything ran smoothly on our wedding day. And the food was great! Everyone raved about how good it was, and I'm personally still in mourning that I missed the mini-waffles at the desert station because I heard they were delicious. Honestly, I couldn't think of a more perfect venue for our special day, and Grace and the team at Jamie Hollander made everything go off without a hitch. I can't recommend this venue enough!

t to work with. I felt she was always on top of every detail, and I never once felt nervous about how smooth the day would go with her there. The food absolutely blew us away. My husband and I did not care to socialize while the dinner was out because we wanted to savor every bite. All the guests commented on how amazing the food and bar service was. It truly made our wedding. If you want to get married at a gorgeous place with a top of the line team – go with Glen Foerd, it is worth every single penny.

ould have ever asked for and we are so grateful for everything that she and her team did. We had the wedding of our dreams because of this venue, Grace, and Jamie Hollander catering!!

e inside is equally beautiful, which was great when a nor’easter decided to show up at our wedding! Grace and their staff pulled of a perfect execution of such a beautiful ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all of which were moved inside last minute. Not to mention the beautiful antique piano for live jazz during the cocktail hour. I truly felt like a princess.

e dreamed of. We booked back in May of 2019 prior to the pandemic so we had to navigate COVID during our planning process. Grace was so helpful and kind - giving us suggestions but still allowing us to make what we felt like was the best decision. We did end up postponing and it was such an easy process. Grace put a soft hold on what would be our one year anniversary (we had a micro ceremony on our original date) giving us enough time to talk to our other vendors to make sure they were okay with the move. Once we locked into our 2021 date, Grace + Jamie Hollander did not raise any prices despite I’m sure their own costs going up, but instead even gave us a generous discount on food since we moved to a Sunday! Grace was such a pleasure to work with the entire planning process. She is incredibly organized and such a delightful person. Every interaction we had with her was so positive and professional and she really made me feel calm and reassured during such a bonkers time. She was very patient in answering my questions (even when they were repeats) and gave us the most individualized and personalized attention. She is truly the best. My husband and I kept saying even if everything went wrong the entire morning we knew as soon as we got to Glen Foerd it wouldn’t matter because Grace had our back! The day of our wedding was not the best weather, and Grace very calmly suggested we move our ceremony inside. We were more than happy to oblige (such a stunning rain plan!). Grace seamlessly coordinated with all of our vendors to get them on board with the new plan. When we arrived, she greeted us with an umbrella to make sure we didn’t get wet! She was incredibly corralling our somewhat spunky bridal party and making sure everyone knew exactly where they needed to be and when. She even got cocktails for my husband and I and brought them over to us knowing we had so many pictures to do we wouldn’t have time to hit the bar ourselves. I truly cannot write enough praise for Grace, she is one of a kind. Anthony, Grace’s second in command was also incredible. Every time either my husband or I needed something he was right there. He even followed us around with a tray of appetizers to make sure we got to eat. He did an incredible job laying out my very long and fussy train for the ceremony. My husband also thought he left his wallet and Anthony was so helpful responding to his text very late at night to look for it at the venue after we left. Finally, the wait staff, bartenders, valet and other support staff were so incredible. They were so kind, patient and polite. The food was incredible, and there was absolutely no lapse in service. They also did an amazing job packing our car at the end of the night. We had several large floral arrangements and breakable items and they did the most incredible job making sure not a single flower got broken all while fitting everything into our car. Seriously amazing. We had the most magical day and I know it wouldn’t have been possible without Grace, Anthony + all of the Jamie Hollander team.

imagine. We immediately fell in love with Glen Foerd when we visited the grounds- from the exquisite views of the water and nearby yacht club, the beautiful area, and the mansion itself, Glen Foerd was simply perfect. We were fortunate enough to have our small reception inside the mansion, which my husband so perfectly said was like a character in the wedding . The mansion’s history and charm immediately drew us in, and it provided the most breathtaking backdrop to our wedding. Guests continue to rave about how perfect this venue is and how much fun they had, without us having to provide any additional entertainment. From the art gallery, to the history throughout, GF offers so much to your guests at every turn. The real heroes of this venue though are Jamie Hollander catering and their team. We had the pleasure of working with Leslie, who could not have been more amazing. Leslie honestly made us feel like the only couple she was working with. Her response time to every email, no matter how trivial the question, was remarkable, and her response was always “yes” and “absolutely”- she and her team wanted everything to be perfect and exactly what we envisioned. Leslie also helped us navigate the wedding planning process- functioning almost like a wedding planner as she reviewed every possible detail. There was not one thing she missed and you could tell that she truly wanted everything to be more than perfect for us. Leslie was beyond professional and coordinated our team of vendors with ease. Leslie and team provided so many tables and items for our vendors, and made sure that everything flowed seamlessly throughout. Leslie also worked with us personally throughout the night, from cueing us all down the aisle, to greeting us with champagne and a tray of all the cocktail hour treats post-ceremony. Leslie said that her goal was for us to not even know what time it was on our wedding day, and she completely lived up to this promise. She and her team coordinated everything- even taking our decorations the day before the wedding and setting everything up for us. We literally walked into the wedding and immediately got ready and took pictures without having to lift a finger. We did not have a wedding party, so this was truly a huge help to us. At the end, Leslie and her team even packed up our car and sent us away fresh off the dance floor. Everything was executed flawlessly and was neatly organized for us the next day. Don’t just take our word-our guests could not stop raving about the amazing food and drinks- absolutely everything was perfect and everyone left full and wanting to bring more home. Everything was exceptional and guests even commented on how Leslie and her team were so kind and helpful and were a part of the party. So many people said that this was the best food and the best team they ever saw at a wedding. We received so many compliments on everything that Leslie and team touched, and we were so grateful for all that they did to make this event perfect. Leslie and team’s expertise and attention to detail were invaluable, and perfectly complimented this breathtaking venue. This venue and team will provide a truly unforgettable experience and you should look no further!

venue itself was beautiful and the food through Jamie Hollander was amazing. Could not speak more highly of this place !

ackdrops to the fun everyone was having. The Jamie Hollander team knows what they are doing-my husband and I had a drink in hand and trays of cocktail apps nearby at all times. A simple but meaningful touch that made us feel like our day was really special. Every single staff member was kind and professional. From the bartenders to the servers, there are many stories from family/friends telling us how helpful and nice the staff were. And then there is Grace-she is an absolute gem! Leading up to the day, she answered every single question no matter how small. My husband and I didn't have a single worry on our wedding day, and it is Grace we have to thank for that. She handles it all and I genuinely do not know what I would've done without her there. She is sweet, professional, and amazing at what she does. The Glen Foerd/Jamie Hollander combo is the best of the best when it comes to a wedding venue and catering duo. Our day was so amazing, and we are forever grateful!!

process to the actual day of the wedding, Grace and her team were the support you didn't realize you need! They guided us through our day seamlessly, even getting us plates of food at cocktail hour so we could continue to make our rounds with guests. Of course, the venue is stunning - that's a given. But the real gem here is Grace, her team, and the entire staff.

in providing plans and options for us. They were buttoned up and professional, taking phone calls and walking us through the steps to move our date (timing, what was needed, etc). They understood that it was a pandemic and wanted to make sure that we still had the wedding we planned for. Hearing stories from friends and the obstacles they faced with their venue vendors to move their wedding dates, was so surprising because I assumed everyone was being as great as Jamie Hollander! The day of went so smooth - and the food was amazing! All of our guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and how much they loved the food! I highly recommend the venue - amazing location and amazing team!!

experiences throughout the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The best thing about Glen Foerd though is Grace. She was our coordinator and we WOULD NOT have been able to pull it off without her. She is so kind, understanding, and always put the client first. We never had to track her down, she worked great with all of the vendors, and is a true professional. Our wedding was one that had to be postponed due to COVID, and we encountered a lot of difficulties/questions that Grace was able to navigate with ease. Her organization and attention to deal helped alleviate any day of jitters and everything ran seamlessly.

f stressful wedding planning amidst the pandemic. In the end we were able to have our event on the originally planned day and it couldn't have been more perfect. From the very first day that we toured the venue our coordinator Grace was by our side helping every step of the way. She was attentive, thoughtful, detail-oriented and just all around lovely. As a career planner I don't trust just anyone easily to handle logistics, but Grace was on top of EVERYTHING from day one. The grounds are gorgeous as Glen Foerd is a part of the Philadelphia parks system. It's right on the water and has a grand gated entrance that immediately impresses your guests. During any season there are a variety of plants and flowers in bloom -- there's really not even a need to "decorate" as the venue itself is perfection. Which leads me to the mansion itself! We ended up having a rainy cold day and moved our ceremony indoors which in hindsight was even more perfect than our original plan. Everything about the interior is elegant with each room dedicated to an art installation or art collections. Our guests LOVED it. The food could not have been better. Jamie Hollander has SO many options for appetizers as well as meals, it's almost impossible to narrow the choices down. Because of the pandemic we had to reschedule our tasting multiple times, but once we finally had it, it was perfection. Our guests are still talking about the mini cheesesteaks and mini lobster tacos! The reception tent is beautiful in and of itself. It's the best setting for the party of a lifetime. I can't possible recommend the Glen Foerd mansion, the Jamie Hollander catering team, and Grace enough!

h so incredibly understanding and helpful through the whole process. They let us select a plan B date early in the pandemic, and were extremely responsive to all of my questions and concerns about planning during COVID even for 20 guests. The day went perfectly, all of the staff was lovely and the food was delicious. Leslie and the staff set up and took down all of our personal decor which made it so easy for our friends and family to relax. Not to mention, the venue itself is insanely beautiful. We got married along the river, but they have a number of ceremony options and a beautiful indoor space if it’s raining. Overall, I have no complaints and this was the easiest part of an extremely difficult year to be getting married. We are even more excited for next year and have no worries because we know everything is going to be amazing then too!

was all around stunning. When we see guests we still get compliments saying it was the best wedding they had ever been too. Meredith was our site coordinator and she was amazing! Any little question I had she was able to answer quickly and put my mind at ease for all those nitty gritty details that I needed help with. Look no further because this is the best spot in Philadelphia to get married!

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meeting, and when we visited again for the final walkthrough, we felt very prepared for the big day. I asked a lot of questions throughout the planning process and all of my emails were met with helpful answers; we even chose our transportation, florist and photographer based on some of Glen Foerd’s recommended vendors, and we were so happy with every vendor. Our assigned event coordinator left right before our wedding (as we found out at the final walkthrough), which we were not too pleased with, but Grace took over and did a wonderful job. Our day went smoothly, as Grace knew it would, and she made sure everything was perfect. Guests also raved about the hors d’oeuvres and all of the food that Jamie Hollander prepared. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better day, venue or food!

s always prompt and getting to attend the tasting event at Glen Foerd solidified that we made the right choice. Our assigned event coordinator ended up leaving about a month before the wedding, which was a little added stress, however the manager/boss, Kate, stepped in and I believe was a blessing in disguise! Kate paid great attention to detail, which is phenomenal for my Type A personality, and made sure everything went off without a hitch. The entire staff was incredible and attentive, making sure my husband and I had all we needed, and even brought out trays of every h'our derv for our bridal party when we were waiting for introductions to start. Also- the food was incredible! All of our guests haven't stopped raving about how delicious every single thing was (also, I was told it was an all female kitchen staff that night so kudos!!). I can't say enough about Glen Foerd, the staff, and how wonderful they made our special day. I wish we could re-live it over and over!

terfront venues and the second we saw the beautiful location, we knew it was everything we could have hoped for and more. The mansion with patio overlooking the water, the gorgeous open Pavilion with 360 views and the countless photo ops on the grounds were what drew us to Glen Foerd, but it was the incredible team that made us feel comfortable and happy throughout the entire process. The event planner Meredith Brown was incredibly accommodating and over-the-top helpful from the start. She worked with me (for nearly a year) to create the perfect menu within my budget, address my weekly questions or concerns (and put my mind at ease) and helped to bring ALL of our ‘personal touches’ to life on the day. My family and I invested so much time into planning our wedding and truly felt like she and her staff were with us every step of the way. I was the bride that needed everything to be perfect, and our evening was more perfect than I could have ever imagined. Would 100% recommend this venue to anyone. Can’t stop smiling :)

as there is very little you need to add. Even if you get married in the winter or it rains, the mansion itself is really incredible. There's great history, and small exhibits your guests can see. There's so much that each guest will have a different experience! The staff are LOVELY. Our wait staff/bartenders/etc. were incredible. They were so sweet, some going so out of their way to make sure my husband and I got the foods we liked, and made sure we were able to eat! Also, the food is really delicious. It's hard to feed 100+ people, and food isn't always a highlight at weddings, but they do such a great job. Also, our coordinator, Meredith, was fantastic and our day wouldn't have been the same without her. She's completely on top of everything, super responsive, and cool-headed, which is a great quality for anyone working in the wedding industry. I had mishaps that she immediately jumped on and helped me with, as well as helped me find solutions for a very non-traditional seating assignment for guests. There were just a couple things I think could have been done better. If you're having an outdoor ceremony, our sound wasn't great. The speaker was set very far back, away from where the actual ceremony was, so there was a delay, which muddled things. Also, no one heard me speaking, and wish someone on staff adjusted the mic/told me at the time. Second thing, setting your menu could be better. There aren't prices listed per item, so for us it was a lot of guess and check to lock in a price which was really time consuming. Overall - I'd recommend GF 100 times over for anyone. A couple of times during our wedding my husband and I just looked around and needed to take in how beautiful everything was. That's an amazing feeling!

beginning, she was responsive, organized and friendly. She made sure everything was planned accordingly prior to the event and on the day of the wedding, she coordinated everything seamlessly so that we could fully enjoy ourselves. The rest of the staff was incredible and attentive as well. Alphonso even brought me an entire platter of hors d'oeuvres to ensure I had tried them all. And they were delicious (along with the other food throughout the night.) As for the venue itself and the experience, we heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests. They were wowed by the beauty of the grounds (which were green and blooming in May), the ornate and historical nature of the mansion, and the romantic vibe of the tent. So in summary, book this place! You won’t regret it. And I hope you get to work with Meredith. She’s wonderful.

Meredith helped us throughout the entire planning process and Becky was there in the stages leading up to the big day to make sure our day went seamlessly - they are the perfect planning pair! They were so responsive if we had any questions at all or just to bounce ideas off of and we very much appreciated that. They also coordinated logistics with all of our vendors from the band to the florist to the bagpiper and every other vendor in between, which was extremely helpful. Now a little bit about the estate. This place is a hidden gem that is sure to please. The mansion is gorgeous with its stately shutters, charming wraparound porch and beautiful pillars. Inside you take a step back in time to a pristinely maintained space that included separate groomsman and bridal suites, a timeless staircase, indoor porch, artwork, and larger open rooms that can be used for an indoor ceremony and for cocktail hour. We had our reception in the tented pavilion which was the perfect mix of clean classic elegance that allowed us to incorporate a rustic element as well. The space is open and the drapery on the ceiling with string lights is the perfect canvas to make your own. The entire setting right along the Delaware river was truly magical. Also, the entire estate is yours to explore for the night when you plan your wedding there. Next, the food, oh the food. Guests couldn't stop raving about the food! The cocktail hour and dinner menu choices were abundant and it was difficult to narrow down our selections. Ultimately when we chose, everything was just as delicious as it was when we had our tasting months before. All in all we would not have done a thing differently on our wedding day - choosing Glen Foerd was one of the best decisions we made and will always be a special place near and dear to our hearts. It's also a bonus that we can visit anytime we want as it's just 20 minutes from downtown. Thank you to the entire JH staff and to Glen Foerd for coordinating such a beautiful event for our friends and families!