Whitby Castle at Rye Golf Club

Words cannot express the gratitude we have for Whitby! From the very beginning, Niki was incredibly professional and went above and beyond for our big day. Planning was seamless, their communication skills are UNMATCHED! Ralph came along as we got closer to the day, he too was incredible and made sure our day ran so smoothly. Rosa the bridal attendant was also incredibly quick and professional, making sure I had everything I needed and the guests were happy. The food was phenomenal and the fun was everlasting. 1000/10 the best decision we made for our big day!

Our wedding at Whitby Castle was perfect. From our very first meeting with Niki, we knew we were in good hands. She is very knowledgable, easy to work with, and super communicative - throughout the planning process, she responded to our countless messages within minutes (which, when you’re working with multiple vendors and timeframes, is extremely helpful!). Ralph, the maitre d’, was also fantastic to work with. After our first meeting with him a month before the wedding, we were completely confident that he’d run a successful and smooth event. He was very organized and took us through the full timeline of the event, answered all of our questions, and made any changes that we wanted. Aside from his professionalism, he also has a great personality and had us laughing the entire meeting. On the day of the wedding, he was there to coordinate with the vendors, make sure everything was set up, and run the entire event. He handled everything perfectly and made sure we were at ease the entire time. We are so grateful to Niki and Ralph, and the rest of the team at the Whitby, for making our wedding day so special!

We first looked at the Whitby Castle because of their excellent reviews and after having our wedding here, we understood why they had so many five stars. From the moment we looked at the venue until the big day, we were met with professionalism and expertise. Our wedding was a month ago and we are still getting compliments. The food was superb, the space truly is beautiful, and the staff is experienced. Niki, Ralph, and Roxy were an excellent team and supported us every step of the way. We couldn't have asked for more. We highly highly recommend this venue. The price was great too! One of the best things for us was that nobody was pushy and we found them to be very flexible. That's super important to us! Thank you all for making our day so special.

The Whitby Castle was the first and last wedding venue that we looked at when planning our wedding. While this may not be the case for all, we felt that we saw everything we had hoped for in just one night. We attended their Lobster night over the summer and the views, food and staff were just fantastic. Working with Niki to plan our wedding and answer our many questions, could not have been easier or better. She is a sweetheart and very professional. We met with Ralph, the maitre de, a few weeks before our wedding to go over all of the details, and there was not one thing we left that meeting wondering about. He covered everything, down to the minute, and it made us feel so at ease with our planning. Anything that we wanted to change or adjust, he did so easily! Our big day was Sunday, August 11th. My husband had asked to arrive at the castle at 1:00pm so that he can get ready, and Niki and Ralph allowed that to happen. He was given all the space he needed, and the bridal suite where he got ready was beautiful, overlooking the golf course. The staff were helpful and friendly in making sure things were running smoothly. When I arrived, the staff made me feel like royalty and I was escorted to the bridal suite once the guys were out. Ralph made sure to keep me hidden until my husband was downstairs where he wouldn’t see me. We decided to do a first look to be able to maximize and enjoy as much of the day as possible. The views on property are hard to beat and even though it was a busy summer day at the pool and the golf course, we felt like we were the only ones there that day. Rosa, my bridal attendant, followed me around the entire time and made sure I had everything I needed. When it was time for the ceremony, she drove me around the back on a golf cart so that none of my guests would see me, and I came out of the willow tree next to the lawn. This is something that my guests are still talking about. It was really magical! The night was also as perfect as we could have imagined. We decided to upgrade to the surf and turf for an entree, and it did not disappoint. Many of our guests ordered it and we received a ton of good feedback about the quality and taste of the steak and the lobster. The bartenders (Leo & Alana) were fun, friendly and poured quickly to allow our guests to get their drinks with minimal wait time. The room looked beautiful before the sun set with all of the natural light and big windows. The pictures that we took toward the end of the night, outside in front of the castle, came out beautifully. It really was a picture perfect setting! Choosing to have our wedding at the Whitby Castle was the best decision we could have made. It truly was the most beautiful day and night, and our wedding was like a real life fairytale. We cannot thank Niki, Ralph and the rest of the staff enough for making our special day so perfect!

We cannot thank Whitby enough for helping plan and executing our dream wedding. My husband and I planned our wedding from LA, but the amazing and meticulous staff at Whitby made it so easy to plan a wedding from the other side of the country. From day 1, Niki made our vision feel heard and worked with our budget to make our dream happen. Along the way, everyone who heard we were getting married at Whitby had nothing but amazing things to say about the food. Even the staff during our tasting was so extremely friendly and won my parents over with their service and AMAZING food and portions. Everyone at the wedding raved about the food and the cake! From the second we spoke with Ralph on the phone we knew we were in the best of hands and were so happy when he was able to be our Maitre’D for the day of. He was extremely flexible, kept everything running smoothly (even when photo was behind schedule) and was just what we needed so that we didn’t have to worry about any finer details the day of. Our bridal attendant was also an angel and kept us fed and hydrated the day of - I seriously ate too much food which is the opposite of what everyone says. Whitby will always have a special place in our heart and for the price and service I seriously couldn’t recommend anywhere else ❤️

My husband and I tied the knot at Whitby Castle in July 2024, and it was the best decision we could have made! We had been to a wedding there before, which was absolutely beautiful and put the venue on our radar. We checked out several other strong contenders in the area, but Whitby Castle stole our hearts. Our first meeting with Niki on a chilly January day sealed the deal. Her genuine and caring nature shone through, and it was clear she was dedicated to making our day perfect. Niki was incredibly responsive to all of our many questions leading up to the big day, which was a lifesaver given the short six months we had to plan. As the bride, I felt an instant connection with Niki, especially when she shared that she also got married at Whitby. Her warmth and sincerity played a huge role in our decision and made planning as stress-free as possible. Then there was Ralph, our amazing maître d’. He was fantastic to work with in the months leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself. Ralph’s professionalism and dedication were evident in every conversation, and he went above and beyond to bring our vision for the big day to life. Rosa, the bridal attendant, was an absolute gem. Detail-oriented, warm, and friendly, she helped keep everything on track and made sure we stayed on schedule. Together with Ralph, Rosa ensured everything ran smoothly on the big day. Our wedding ceremony was beautifully set up outside in front of the Castle on a hot July day. The stunning outdoor space, complete with a picturesque willow tree where we had our first look photos, added to the magic of the day. Despite the heat, the venue's reliable indoor AC ensured our reception was comfortable, and we are happy to report it worked perfectly. We couldn't have asked for a better team or a more perfect venue. Thank you, Whitby Castle, for making our day so magical!

We could not have been happier with our wedding at the Whitby Castle. Through most of the planning process, we worked with Niki, who was wonderful! She answered countless questions, got back to us quickly, and was overall extremely helpful and kind. Ralph was our maître d' and is extremely organized, professional, and attentive to detail. The venue itself is beautiful, the food is amazing, and all the staff are welcoming. Our day went off without a hitch and we highly recommend this venue!

Whitby Castle was 1000000% perfect in every way. My dream venue was a castle on the beach, and Whitby is a castle overlooking the water (in the distance, close enough). It has all the charm and character of an historic castle, but it also has a modern ballroom and amenities. The location was central to us in Connecticut and our friends and family in NYC, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. We rented the bridal suite, and it was so convenient to get ready and have the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in the same place. From Niki the catering sales manager to Ralph the operations manager/our maitre d' to Roxie our bridal attendant, the staff was incredible. Niki and Ralph went through every detail with us, answered our millions of questions, and accommodated last-minute changes flawlessly. Roxie was so helpful and knowledgeable, from offering my mom heel protectors to assisting with my dress. The in-house catering was delicious and plentiful, too. We were allowed to customize the menu by mixing and matching ingredients from different dishes. As if getting married in front of a castle isn't amazing enough, they really level up the outdoor ceremony experience by having the bride make a surprise entrance from the willow tree on the opposite side of the lawn. All of the guests were blown away. We also used this tree for our first look and couple portraits. I felt that Whitby was reasonably priced for an all-inclusive venue with such amazing service and food. I would recommend it a million times over.

Whitby Castle in Rye, NY is the absolute best & most perfect place for a wedding & we very highly recommend it as your wedding venue! We got married in March 2024 on a Saturday afternoon at Whitby & it was better than we ever could have imagined thanks to the breathtaking venue & all the amazing managers & staff. We looked at 10 wedding venues in Tri-state area before finding Whitby, & we knew we had to get married there the minute we saw it. First was the gorgeous castle & grounds (flawlessly manicured lawns on Rye Golf club & striking views of LI Sound), & how the venue provided accommodations for all weather types. Next was the wedding package, which included everything needed & was the best price for all options; we couldn’t find a better price anywhere. From our first meeting w/ Niki, the Catering Sales Manager at Whitby, we knew we made the right choice. Niki handled everything w/ the venue throughout the process, including catering, vendors, amenities & all options available through Whitby. Niki took the time to get to know us & thoroughly explained the numerous elements to consider when planning our wedding. She made us feel as if she genuinely cared about us & our wedding (because she did). We later met w/ the Ops Manager, Ralph, about 3 weeks before the wedding & he was just as awesome. Ralph had all the particulars laid out for every aspect of our wedding & provided a comprehensive timeline & wedding plan. Niki & Ralph were incredibly professional & knowledgeable, & also exceedingly responsive & accommodating. Weather was no concern on our wedding day because of how Whitby operates. They have complete & functional outdoor heating throughout the wraparound patio that hosted much of cocktail hour, despite it being high 50°. We had wonderful sun on morning of our wedding, but it was windy & our ceremony would be on colder side in afternoon. We did not want our guests to sit in the cold, so we had an indoor wedding, & it was beyond stunning. The magnificent arch windows in the reception hall gave us astonishing light & scenic views for the ceremony. Regardless of weather, they set up for both options, to have our wedding inside or outside. We thought this was amazing considering how unpredictable weather can be. Some venues tend to have multiple weddings to maximize space, but we appreciated that Whitby treated us as the main event. In addition to astounding views & spectacular customer service, the entrées & various food courses were outstanding. I am not sure which our guests raved about more, the delectable food or marvelous views. We also have nothing but phenomenal things to say about Rosa, the bridal attendant at Whitby. Rosa was exceptionally attentive & helpful throughout the day. Niki, Ralph, Rosa, & our maître d', Gabriel, were all extremely organized & prepared for every scenario. There were so many moving parts & minute details involved in our wedding, but Gabriel was so on top of everything & made it a day to remember. The service was impeccable & all Whitby staff were tremendously kind & helpful. Nearly all our guests told us how it was not only the most beautiful & fun wedding they have ever been to, but the best party. Whitby gave us a wedding beyond our dreams. We couldn’t be happier w/ our wedding & we know it was all because of the venue & their fantastic team. We very highly recommend Whitby Castle as your wedding venue! Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. David & Elissa Figueroa

This place made our wedding day so special! We were so happy to get married in a castle. It fit exactly with what we were going for and the staff really did an amazing job! The staff were so amazing and really put us at ease the day of. They were very responsive during the whole process and even reacted quickly to a certain decoration malfunction. Very professional! The maitre d and attendant were so much fun and took care of us. The Food is fantastic here! Our guests are still saying how good the food was. That really meant a lot to us. Who doesn't love a mashed potato bar during cocktail hour! It is such a beautiful venue and we were so lucky to have the day we did for some amazing photos! We had a beautiful late afternoon and so were able to have the ceremony outside in front of the castle. I can't recommend this venue enough. Having our wedding at Whitby Castle really made it a day to remember which is all you want!

Niki, Gabriel, Ralph, Roxy and everybody else were amazing. Highly suggest considering the Whitby Castle for your wedding venue. The staff was so consideration, patient and accommodating. The main reception hall is beautiful and offers and gorgeous water view. I will be recommending this location to all of my future engaged friends in New York!

Whitby Castle is an absolute unicorn of a venue! We looked all over the New York area for a venue and Whitby Castle blew every other venue out of the water in terms of value, service, and scenery. Throughout the planning process, we were continually impressed by and incredibly grateful for Niki and Ralph's responsiveness and kindness. They were both such a pleasure to work with! Our guests were also incredibly impressed by the venue. While Whitby Castle is, of course, stunning, what most impressed them was the food, service, and decor. They have not stopped raving about it! We truly could not imagine a better experience and are so thankful to have chosen Whitby Castle to celebrate our special day :)

We loved our experience at Whitby Castle. We were able to host the ceremony outside on the front lawn, and the castle backdrop was stunning. Niki was incredibly helpful with our questions leading up to the day, and Ralph ensured the day ran seamlessly on the actual wedding day. We did have some misunderstandings with our contract in the weeks leading up to the wedding (e.g., we were told Whitby could procure any domestic craft beers we wanted for the reception when we signed the contract, but the reality was significantly more limited), but Niki and Ralph worked with us to make sure we were happy and that they upheld their commitment to us. It is disappointing that you aren't able to guarantee access to the venue more than 2 hours prior to your event (they typically have multiple events a day), but luckily, we were able to get early access to the castle based on availability. They have a gorgeous outdoor space for the cocktail hour overlooking the golf course - we have beautiful photos from the whole night. The food was delicious (much better than we had at the tasting!) and seemingly never ending - exactly what we were hoping for! The bridal attendant was incredibly helpful as well. While the "getting ready" areas (bridal suite, groomsmen room) are smaller, our large wedding party made it feel more cramped then they are in reality. The team had appetizers and drinks set up for our group before the ceremony and during cocktail hour as well - it was great to be able to sneak upstairs to grab some food in private! Overall, it was a beautiful venue to get married. The team goes above and beyond to make sure you have a wonderful day - I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a venue near New York City!

Whitby Castle was beyond amazing! We were looking for a venue to host our special day. It was really hard locating a space that had not only had great service, but great food. Whitby Castle made it all happen from start to finish. They made our wedding day, memorable in so many ways. Guests are still talking about the wonderful service/kind staff, food, venue and so much more. The experience was fantastic! Special thanks Niki and Ralph for their professionalism and flexibility. The chef and his team also deserve a round applause too!

Whitby castle was the absolute best venue! Niki and Ralph were amazing to work with both on the day of and throughout the whole process. The actual day went so smooth, all of the staff were attentive and accommodating. My guests spoke so highly of the service on our day! The actual venue itself is stunning and all of our pictures came out incredible! I am so happy we had our wedding here, it was truly an unforgettable day!

We are so in love with this venue and everyone who works here. We had an absolutely wonderful time on our wedding day and everything was set up so beautifully I have no complaints. The workers were very attentive and responsive and worked with us the whole way. Such a fantastic venue I highly recommend it!

I cannot say good enough things about working with the team at Whitby Castle. Niki and Ralph are absolute gems and my husband and I could not be happier. They were so attentive to each detail, the staff were amazing, the food was awesome, and the whole vibe was perfect for what we wanted. Literally cannot think of a single thing that was wrong or negative in any way. We had a perfect wedding.

I had my bridal shower here and it was everything that I wanted for a location for my Alice in Wonderland Bridal Shower! It was bright and open and the food was great. They were very easy to work with too. Everyone had a great time.

My go-to phrase whenever anyone asked me how my wedding planning was going was that I totally lucked out with Whitby Castle. From day one, Niki & Ralph made everything so easy and seamless. Our wedding day itself was dreamy and perfect. Gabriel and Rosa made us all feel at ease and accommodated us and our needs so nicely. I really just cannot recommend Whitby enough. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful everything was and how amazing the food was. Thank you to everyone at Whitby!!

Whitby castle is an amazing venue for a wedding. The place inside and outside are beautiful. Nikki and Ralph are extremely helpful, organized, attentive, professional and ensure that your wedding runs smoothly. We received rave reviews about the food. Can’t think of any areas that were lacking. Overall a fantastic wedding experience for the bride and groom as well as the guests.

Easy to work with and the venue is so magical! All our guests loved everything about it. Working with Niki and Ralph was wonderful, the whole process was super easy!

The Whitby Castle was our dream wedding location. It was such a wonderful place to get married, and we would do it all over again there in a heartbeat! My husband and I fell in love with it the moment we saw it. Nicki and Ralph were so easy to work with, and everything ran smoothly throughout the planning process and during the wedding day. The Castle also provided the food and cake, which all tasted delicious. We took the most incredible pictures during our ceremony and reception; it truly is a unique and special place to get married. I would give it 6 stars if possible!

We wish we could give Whitby Castle more than five stars.!We just had our wedding there, and it exceeded even our highest hopes and expectations. Niki and Ralph were incredibly warm, responsive, courteous, and professional, from the contract to the moment we drove off at the end of the reception. The food was exceptionally good, and it was plentiful. They also offered us a few extra food offerings (a couple special appetizers, a sundae bar with all the toppings you could ever want, donuts and apple cider that guests could take as they left, etc.) that were not at all expensive, and we got so many compliments from everyone for them. The whole event ran smoothly thanks to Ralph's work orchestrating it the whole afternoon and evening, and their server staff were also very professional and on the ball. To say we feel we got our money's worth is an understatement, and we took advantage of the long holiday weekend to have our event on a Thursday, at a discounted price and with a lower minimum of attendees. We can't list the myriad little details offered by Whitby Castle that made the whole thing easier and more affordable than expected. We were able to relax, savor the moment, and enjoy our day with all of our friends and family. We cannot recommend Whitby Castle enough. Thank you, Niki and Ralph!

We had the perfect wedding day at Whitby Castle! Niki and Ralph helped to make our day a success. The food was great and there are SO MANY options. The staff is professional and we would recommend Whitby!

I do not know where to begin. My wife and I had a great feeling after seeing Whitby Castle when we were touring venues and we're so glad we listening to our gut. Niki (Sales Manager) addressed our every need and question even before we made our decision. You could tell she truly just wanted us to make a decision that we felt comfortable making. And because of that (on top of the beautiful castle and grounds), we felt very comfortable moving forward with Whitby. Their prices were very competitive compared to other places we looked at in the tri-state/New England area. We also never saw a more "bang for your buck" type deal than with Whitby. The open bar, services stations, hor dourves, etc. were all priced in and ended up costing less than what other places offered if you were to include those same items. Niki was very responsive to our emails and calls leading up to the wedding and really felt like a teammate in gearing up for our big day. Then came the day of the wedding and we met Ralph, our maitre d'. This guy is a pro's pro. The Whitby staff is a well oiled machine and Ralph was the maestro that kept everything together. It was hectic leading up to the wedding (due to external factors with timing on our end, nothing to Whitby's fault), but Ralph kept us on track. He was calm, cool, and collected and those feelings rubbed off on us as well. We had originally planned to have our ceremony outside on the front lawn, however a last minute storm rolled in 30 minutes before showtime. Ralph had his team move our arch inside and set up the ballroom for our ceremony. It was mind blowing how quickly and beautifully they set up the ballroom for our ceremony. Then they had to move it back to fit all the tables while our guests were on the deck for cocktail hour! We were really limited on time but Ralph helped us make use of every minute we had all while keeping us at ease and allowing us to savor each moment. My wife's bridal attendant was also world-class. She did a great job bustling her dress, stealing some hor dourves for us while we were taking pictures during the cocktail hour, and made sure my wife never went thirsty. I'd also be remiss to not mention how amazing all the food was. We received multiple comments from our guests on how delicious all the appetizers, courses, and desserts were. It really felt like we were treated like royalty at the Whitby Castle. Couldn't recommend this venue and this group of people more. Thank you Whitby!

We just got married at Whitby Castle and not only loved working with the staff (shoutout to Ralph and Niki) but it was the perfect backdrop for our fairytale wedding. Lucky enough to have a perfect May day, we got married on the lawn out front, cocktails on the back patio, and a double ballroom reception. The food and service was on point, Ralph and my wedding planner (Kelli Teglas) worked in perfect sync and the whole event went off without a hitch! Centerpieces / Arch by Arcadia Floral Photos by Morgan Taylor Artistry

Niki and Ralph and the whole team was amazing to work with! The food was delicious, service was exceptional ! The bridal attendant was super helpful and made sure we were taken care of the whole night. All of our guests loved not only the views but the staff. Thank you!

We had our wedding at Whitby Castle in June, and it was just beautiful. From start to finish, the whole experience was so easy. Niki helped us pick our date and was available for my endless questions through email. Ralph helped us figure out the table layout, schedule, etc., and was there as our maitre'd to make sure everything ran smoothly. Our guests raved about the beauty of the castle itself, as well as the food. The appetizers and dinner were fantastic, and the entire staff helped make the night easy for both of us. I highly recommend having your wedding here!

My husband and I got married at Whitby Castle on May 26, 2023 and it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made! For anyone looking for the venue of their dreams, don’t walk…. RUN to Whitby Castle, I promise you won’t be sorry! We had a short list of venues to tour, but then we found Whitby and we knew we had found the ‘perfect’ place for our wedding (it was the first and only place we visited!) Whitby offers with so many ‘perks’ and helped make the planning process extremely simple, while remaining extremely affordable – it’s truly a hidden gem! From the first email contact through the end of our reception, the staff, service, and overall event coordination and flexibility was nothing short of amazing. HUGE shout out to Niki, Ralph, and Roxy for being such superstars – wedding planning and our special day would not have been the same without you! Niki was extremely responsive, friendly, and patient in answering all our questions and so accommodating as we sorted out various details leading up to the event. Ralph was our maitre d’/main point of contact and was amazing. He helped coordinate final details, managed the timeline of events and was so accommodating with last minute changes. Finally, I don’t know what I would’ve done without my bridal attendant, Roxy. She went above and beyond to help keep me stress-free and was always available to assist with anything we needed throughout the evening. All our guests had a fantastic time and we’ve received so many compliments on everything from the venue to the food. Again, thank you so much to the team at Whitby for making our dream wedding come true and a day we’ll never forget!

My daughter’s Bridal Shower at The Whitby Castle can be described as….PERFECT! The service, atmosphere, attention to detail and the food was extraordinary!

Everyone here is nothing short of amazing! There is no other place my husband and I would have seen ourselves getting married except here, it really was a dream come true. Yasmin was the real MVP that day as she was amazing at getting everything moving, helping my family set some things up, and just taking care of us all throughout the day. She really made sure everything ran smoothly and even gave us champagne after the ceremony. The food is TO DIE FOR, everything is delicious and everyone that came is STILL raving about the food! It's a beautiful space that's extremely versatile for your vision. Give them a call, tour the space, you will not be disappointed!!!

Niki, Ralph, and all the staff were absolutely incredible. From the planning stages to the actual wedding day, everyone made things incredibly easy and seamless. Niki and Ralph made sure all of our needs/questions/concerns were thoroughly addressed prior to the day so that on our wedding day we just had to show up and enjoy everything! I got ready at Whitby that morning and I would highly recommend - we easily got in and we had plenty of space for all of our dresses / hair and makeup / and relaxing. Not to mention the beautiful room and lighting as a backdrop for our getting ready photos! Then after we returned from our wedding ceremony (at an offsite church) everything I had dropped off earlier in the week was perfectly set up so all we had to do was enjoy some drinks / snacks and get to taking our pictures. We even got to enjoy a little of cocktail hour! All of our guests were incredibly impressed with all aspects of the venue from start to finish. The castle itself was great and guests loved the different rooms and patio (which was warm and enjoyed by many guests despite being 30 degrees and raining outside). The food was amazing - guests loved the comfort food station, so many passed hors d’oeuvres, beautiful salads and dinner, and delicious Italian cookies and cake. The staff was so attentive and professional. All we can say is 1000/10 experience - I am so glad we booked Whitby Castle for our wedding!! Best day ever!

My wedding here was absolutely gorgeous. More amazing than I ever could have imagined. Every person was so kind, helpful, and professional. I would recommend this venue to my friends and family without any hesitation. The entire day went so smoothly, and every single detail was so perfect. Ralph, Nikki, Fernando, Leo, Roxy, Alana, the list goes on. Everyone was so incredibly helpful and I’m so grateful they were apart of my special night. !

We got married at Whitby Castle on 03/12/23. Our wedding was a dream! We and our guests all had the most amazing time! All of our guests raved about the food, during the cocktail and reception. Ralph our Maitre’d was Awesome and made sure everything went smoothly, as did our bridal attendant Rosa. Our bartender Alana was amazing, as was the chef whom we were lucky to meet! The venue is just beautiful, and we loved that we had the whole place to ourselves as there is only one event taking place at a time; it really makes it feel more intimate and special. Our interaction with all the staff (Niki) throughout the planning process was wonderful. In summary my husband and I couldn’t have asked for a better place to have our wedding, and we are so glad it was the most memorable night for us and our guests. Thank you to all the staff at Whitby for helping make it such a special night!

We can't recommend Whitby castle enough! Nikki and Ralph were nothing but amazing throughout the entire process of wedding planning, and helped us every step of the way. During our wedding, Ralph made sure everything went smoothly, and kept in touch with us every single step of the way. Our bridal attendant was phenomenal as well, and so helpful! Our wedding was in October, and our guests are still raving about the food and how good it was. We couldn't recommend Whitby Castle enough, it was the absolute perfect place for our wedding reception.

The main reason we chose Whitby Castle as our venue, besides the fact that it is beautiful and was exactly what I wanted, is because of the top notch service. From the start Niki was responsive and informative answering every question quickly and with all the details. She was so accommodating and such a pleasure to work with. We worked with Ralph for the day of and he was also incredibly professional and on top of every detail. All of the staff was great and our guests were so impressed with their service. Whitby Castle was the perfect venue.

My husband and I looked at several wedding venues in Westchester before visiting Whitby but once we toured the venue and met with Niki to discuss details we both knew that this is the place we wanted to have our reception. The beauty of the venue is apparent on the outside and inside but what really sets Whitby apart is the emphasis that the entire team places on making the couple feel taken care of leading up to and on the day of the wedding. Having Whitby as a venue was like having several other coordinators who were more than happy to answer all of our questions and make sure that everything we needed to pull off the Wedding was already in place before we arrived. The maître d' Ralph is one of the most incredible people we worked with throughout the wedding process and we felt so at ease on the day. We understand the stress couples are under leading up to a wedding but having Whitby as our venue and the team by our side made the day so easy and memorable. Even with a wedding planner don't underestimate the benefit of having a great team at your venue. This is not to mention the incredible service of the wait staff and bar tenders who served the best wedding food we have ever had. We had so many people complement us on the quality of the food stations during the cocktail hour and the great meal that was served after. They even provided hot cider and donuts as guests left. We hope to come back to Whitby soon to celebrate more special events!

My daughter wanted her sweet 16 at the Whitby after a dear friend had her bridal shower and we had Easter brunch. It was her first and only choice. We worked with Yasmin. She was very helpful, understanding, and had great attention to detail. She answered numerous questions, emails, and gave us her professional opinions. Everyone at the The Whitby went above and beyond! The room we had was beautiful. The set up was gorgeous, stunning!! My guests raved about how stunning driving up to and walking into the cattle was ! The food!!! The food was amazing! Absolutely delicious!!! From the cocktail hour to the dinner! The set up was beautiful! Our guests kept talking about the food! Not only was the cake delicious it was stunning! My daughter had a picture of a cake and they replicated it perfectly!!!!! My daughter was so thankful. She said her night was perfect!!

My husband and I got married at Whitby Castle on December 3rd! Whitby was the first and only venue we saw in person when we started looking for venues for our wedding. Niki and Ralph were so helpful and responsive! We really loved the holiday decor they had around the castle on our wedding day. It made our wedding feel more romantic and beautiful! The food and service was great!

The Whitby Castle exceeded all our expectations from the setting, the ambiance, the decor, to the food and staff and just so much more. Getting married here felt like “home” the entire night and was just such a magical experience that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Stunning, charming and the staff that you work with leading up to your day and during your day is unmatched, they are the best of the best and we were lucky to have worked with them. Thank you, Whitby Castle!

whitby castle was THE BEST decision we made when it came to booking our wedding venue! my husband and I got married on October 20th, 2022 a beautifully sunny yet chilly day and i could not have asked for a better place to have our ceremony and reception. we decided too book the whitby castle because it checked off all we were looking for. 1. one wedding venue 2. on-site ceremony 3. breathtaking grounds 4. unique venue location 5. and overall AMAZING STAFF from the start Niki was absolutely amazing and accommodating, communicating with me and the gazillion questions I had about every aspect of the wedding. our 80 email chain was never ending but I couldn't thank her enough for getting back to me quickly and answering all my questions. our wedding ceremony and reception were beautiful, the staff and Ralph ( maitre'd) amazing, and the food from cocktail hour to dinner and dessert was delicious. we did have several hiccups throughout the day from getting ready at the venue and the heat not being on, to an incorrect appetizer that was served to our guests as the first course of our reception. when this was pointed out to Ralph he IMMEDIATELY ran to the kitchen to find out what happened only to discover there was a different chef, and he apologized thoroughly providing us with an extra bar and bartender for our day which was much appreciated. even with those hiccups the day was perfect and Ralph and his team had everything moving smoothly! they helped set items up and even packed them away at the end of the night, organized pictures with the photographer and really made sure all guests and bridal party were taken care of! I've had multiple guests come up to us over the weeks and reach out over the phone stating how beautiful the wedding was and the location was unlike any other wedding theyve been too! whitby castle is truly a gem in the wedding world and I would do it again just to experience another night dancing away in a castle with my husband. I cannot thank them enough, and I would recommend them to any bride that is looking to get married in the Hudson Valley area!

The Whitby deserves every raving review it gets! We got married there a week ago and we were so impressed by their services. Our wedding was totally behind, because guests arrived late from the ceremony, but the Whitby made the most seamless adjustments. Our guests didn’t even notice all the little things that happened! The food was delicious, their communication leading up to the day so timely and professional. They took perfect care of me when I was running out of steam day-of. The views are gorgeous. It really feels like a fairytale princess wedding. Our guests were so impressed! They even let us stay a little later even though there was another wedding, so that we could take couple photos in front of the castle which we had no time for beforehand. We highly recommend them and would get married there all over again!

Nikki, Ralph and Roxy made everything absolutely seamless for our wedding. Everything went off perfectly and I wouldn’t change a thing. Our guests were especially impressed with the food (and we loved how easy it was to have food we loved served by the venue without having to find an outside caterer. The petite filet was extremely tender!) We highly recommend this venue and wouldn’t have changed a thing!

If you are thinking about making Whitby Castle your wedding venue, this is your sign to lock it in right now! Every single one of their staff outdid themselves and made our special day even more amazing. Niki helped us with the entire process and she responded very quickly to any of our questions or concerns. Ralph and Roxy organized our wedding night to be absolutely perfect and beyond what we envisioned in our heads. Our wedding was over a month ago and we still have guests talking about the amazing food the chefs prepared. The biggest plus of this venue is they only have one wedding per night. So if you want to feel like a princess who is going to marry her prince, this is the place!!

Niki and Ralph were excellent with helping us make our wedding a reality! They helped make the wedding process so much easier! Niki and Ralph were both very attentive with answering our questions and with explaning the wedding process! To all brides and grooms, you will be in great hands at Whitby Castle! We had our wedding reception in August 2022 at Whitby and it was the best day ever! The food, service, and location was outstanding! All of our guests loved the beautiful venue and food! Everything was flawless! There was no worries! The best part is Niki, Ralph and staff will do everything they can to make the day as stress free as possible! We highly recommend Whitby Castle to all brides and grooms to be! Thank you Niki, Ralph and Whitby Castle for an amazing, loving and great experience! It was the best day ever for Dan and I! - The Speer’s 08/11/2022

Our whole wedding day at Whitby was magical, I keep expecting to wake up from a dream! Niki and Ralph (and all of the staff) are not only super-human professionals but are also so kind, fun, and lovely to work with. From the very beginning of planning, Niki was a huge help and answered every question I could throw at her -- I always felt confident that we were in very experienced hands. The whole wedding day ran totally seamlessly, and Ralph was literally always ready with a solution to any hiccup (i.e. my brother's shoe falling apart pre-ceremony!) All our guests raved all night about how awesome the food and experience were, and we never had any moments where we worried about anything the venue was in charge of. I'm not sure how people choose any other venues for their weddings when the perfect place exists at Whitby! It's the total package.

Whitby Castle was the perfect venue for my wedding. From beginning to end, Niki, the sales manager was so amazing and sweet, answering all of my endless questions, Ralph the Maitre’ D and team the day of wedding were so amazing! The day was perfect!!!

My husband and I got married at Whitby in August and if we could give 6 stars we would. The venue is beautiful, the staff is amazing, and we got countless compliments about the food. Ralph couldn’t have been easier to work with. He was kind, accommodating, and was effortless in his management of the night. Due to the August heat, we decided last minute to move our ceremony inside - Ralph was able to get this done for us with a smile on his face (despite the fact that I’m sure this was stressful). He worked with the DJ to ensure there was never a dull moment and that things were timed well so that we could enjoy cocktail hour and the reception, including having a tray prepared from cocktail hour for my husband and I to enjoy before mingling with our guests. We are secretly hoping that one of our friends will get married at Whitby so that we can enjoy it from the perspective of a guest - it was really an unforgettable night for all involved and we couldn’t be happier on our decision to get married at Whitby!

Whitby Castle is an absolutely amazing wedding venue! From the charm and romantic details of the architecture, to the delicious food and drinks, and exceptional staff and service, this venue exceeded all of our expectations. Niki was especially helpful during the planning process, answering all our questions quickly and providing flexibility when we requested. Ralph was on top of every operational detail for our big day, giving us the utmost confidence that the calendar of events would run smoothly. Our wedding could not have been more perfect thanks to everyone at Whitby. If you’re looking for a venue that’s more than the typical ‘wedding factory’, look no further!

Niki & Ralph were extremely too good us. We were having so many issues leading up to our wedding date, especially dealing with COVID restrictions & procedures. We began working with Niki pre-COVID who was absolutely exceptional. Uncle Ralph became our rock during COVID and held our hands into our wedding. The staff at Whitby Castle is amazing and made our wedding memorable, we couldn't have done it without them, literally.

Niki and Ralph were the most amazing team that made our wedding day INCREDIBLE. Niki was extremely helpful throughout the whole process. She was easy to work with and met any requests we may have had. Ralph was absolutely amazing the day of the wedding. We believe everything went smoothly because he had his eyes on everything. Part of what made the day memorable was Ralph and his personality. Our families loved him and we can’t imagine a better team and nicer people to work with for such an event in one’s life. We received so many compliments on how everything was put together and ran. We honestly could say that we went into the day with no worries or stress because everything was handled. As for the venue, it was an absolute dream to get married at the Whitby. The food tasting was spectacular. We received full portions of each entree that we chose and the quality and taste was just as good if not better the day of our wedding. The skirt steak was beyond amazing! We were lucky enough to get married on the lawn with the beautiful view of the castle. Everything was set up just the way we wanted. Cocktail hour was beautifully done outside on the patio with views of the golf course. Last but not least, we wanted to give a special shout out to our bridal attendant Rosa. She held my dress and made it look good right before I walked down the aisle and even bustled it for me in the middle of cocktail hour. She went above and beyond and we really appreciated her kindness and hard work.

Whitby Castle was the perfect location for our wedding. Niki was super helpful and answered all of my many questions quickly and efficiently. When it came time to meet with Ralph, he was so nice and a pleasure to work with. He went over all of the details of our wedding to make sure the day went off without a hitch. Everything the day of was absolutely perfect. All of the notes and directions given to the wedding day coordinator ended up being perfect and exactly how imagined. My guests were so please and had nothing but good things to say about the venue, the food and the service. I would highly reccomend this venue!

Whitby Castle is gorgeous and the team was incredible to work with. Niki was fantastic to work with - she answered all of our questions (and we had lots) and is a true professional. Ralph's energy is infectious and he's exactly who you want running the show on your wedding day. He is on top of everything. My guests are STILL (4 months later) talking about the food (portions were huge) and the synchronized table service. Truly an incredible place.

We are so happy that we chose Whitby Castle as our wedding venue! Niki and Ralph were a joy to work with and made sure everything was taken care of. The day went flawlessly thanks to all the hard work of the Whitby staff! Beautiful building and grounds, delicious food, we could not have asked for anything more!

Whitby Castle was a truly gorgeous and amazing venue for a wedding! You can't ask for a better backdrop than the castle itself for your ceremony and photoshoot, and the inside is just as beautiful. We were floored when we saw the way the ballroom was set up for our reception. We also love the way the cocktail hour is set up - it begins in the corridor and leads out onto the deck, with the welcome glass of champagne and food stations in multiple locations as you enter. Our guests told us they loved the way they kept being surprised by more food stations! The food was also delicious, as many of our guests agreed. In addition to being the perfect venue, the staff at Whitby are also extremely friendly and accommodating. They were easy to reach and receptive to the many, many questions we had leading up to the big day. They were able to provide everything we asked for with ease, and day-of, our maitre d' Ralph made sure everything ran smoothly. Everything went off without a hitch and we didn't need to worry about a thing. Both he and Niki, who we worked with a lot leading up to the event, were two of the nicest people you could ask for.

We're still living on Cloud 9 after our wedding at Whitby Castle. From the moment we toured the venue we knew it was the perfect setting for our wedding. Niki, Ralph, Roxie, and the entire team were incredible to work with. Niki answered all our questions (and we had so many). Ralph kept the wedding day running smoothly and kept the entire wedding party so calm! Roxie was a dream, such an attentive and caring bridal attendant. The venue was beautiful and the food was amazing--our guests keep calling us to say how much they loved the food and cake. Our wedding day was perfect, a dream come true, and the team at Whitby Castle was truly the best!! Looking forward to returning to Whitby again!

Whitby is AMAZING! Nikki, Ralph and the entire team made our wedding process completely stress free and so much fun. We received RAVE REVIEWS from our guests on the venue, the food, and the service. We could not be happier with how our wedding went. I'm honestly sad that our wedding is over and we don't have an excuse to work with the team more. If you want great good, amazing service, a beautiful spot, and fair prices, look no further than Whitby Castle.

If looking for a seamless, affordable, DELICIOUS and completely luxurious wedding experience - look no further than Whitby. I cannot recommend this venue and the staff who work here enough. A week ago today we enjoyed the royal wedding of our dreams. It was the most incredible and insanely special day and not at all by accident! Since choosing Whitby as our venue for its connection with Whitby / Whitby Abbey in the UK (my husband is British) - Niki, Gabriel, Ralph, Rosa and Leanna all played a part in helping us ensure everything we wanted, we had. I had chosen at the start of our wedding planning process to organize all elements myself. Only hiring a DJ / live sax, jazz quartet for cocktail hour, photographer and videographer - I did the rest myself... no planner, no florist, nada. And so over the course of the past 15 months, while working I created centerpieces, floral arches and pooled together all the decor we used to turn Whitby into OUR castle for the day. Managing a majority of the planning myself was hard work - but the Whitby dream team made it easy... answering ALL my questions by e-mail and working with us on all fronts to ensure our day considered everything important to us. Every single ask they found a solution for. And I mean EVERY ASK. From ensuring the outside flower pots contained beautiful fresh flowers, reviewing our timeline queries, and welcoming us each and every time we popped in sometimes just to say hello when I was in town from London (!) - through to accommodating our schedules for my wedding decor drop off, set up and pickup, allowing our darling dog to stay in the Grooms room during our reception so she could take part in photos, shlepping us around with their golf cart and bringing beers / drinks to us during photos... my God. And the list goes on! The tremendous and genuine effort they made for us was truly outstanding and was worth every penny. From day one, they all as a team made my family, husband and I feel so cared about which to me is worth its weight in gold. We were not yet another Whitby wedding on your roster, but THE Colonna Grout Whitby Wedding. So if this venue is even remotely up your ally, don't hesitate. BOOK IT! The service, the FOOD, the ambience and cost cannot be rivaled. And having scoured a majority of venues across the Hudson valley and Connecticut I can assure you - there is no better place to have your special day!

We had such a beautiful wedding at Whitby Castle and could not be happier with our experience working with them. We looked at a lot of venues that left something to be desired – they were too small, hosted multiple events at the same time, etc. But when we walked into the ballroom at Whitby, we immediately fell in love and booked shortly after. Every room is beautiful, especially the ballroom and outdoor terrace, making it a great choice for a partially outdoor event. We had no problems postponing our date with them due to the pandemic. Niki was so friendly and always available to answer my (often very specific and anxious) questions. Ralph helped run our day to the minute, with a sense of humor. He checked on us throughout the wedding day to make sure things were happening when and how we wanted. We used an outside caterer and, from all we could see, they worked together seamlessly. Our guests were as happy as we were. I'm so glad we found Whitby, and we would recommend it wholeheartedly, whether you're having a wedding or other kind of celebration.

Book your wedding here!! We had our wedding this past weekend after having to postpone it a year due to COVID (which they were very willing to accommodate). Everything ran so smoothly! Ralph and Niki are SO friendly/personable and guide you seamlessly through the entire process. They were always available to answer any questions. All of our guests raved about the food. Our bridal attendant Rosa was also amazing and made sure that we got to eat literally everything (seriously - I think she gave us about 6 plates of food from the cocktail hour at our table, and Ralph got us a huge plate of the desserts at the end). I really cannot say enough nice things about Whitby and the staff. They made our experience and our entire wedding wonderful. I would recommend them to anyone!

My husband and I had our wedding here in January of 2022. The food was amazing, the staff is amazing, the reception hall was perfect. Niki and Ralph are so easy to work with and accommodating, chef Dante was brilliant, and we even had a staff member (Willy we are so thankful) pull us aside during cocktail hour to make sure we ate!!! My husband has a gluten allergy and they worked with us effortlessly. So very thankful to them !

From the moment my husband and I stepped into Whitby Castle and met with Niki, we immediately felt at ease. We had a sense of relief and excitement all mixed in one--we had found our venue! We knew it instantly. The venue and the grounds are absolutely stunning. The fact that it's an actual castle built in the 1800s is amazing. You truly feel as if you are in England, far away from everything. Our guests are raving about the INCREDIBLE food from start to finish (the Chef is SO sweet and talented), the magic and romance of the day, the flawless team running it all--RALPH, our maitre d', was simply fantastic. He kept us on track the entire night. He's fun and personable, yet professional, and you can tell he has done this a million times--but still enjoys every moment. My Bridal Attendant Stefanie was absolutely God sent. We had the most perfect day, straight out of a movie. We were beyond elated to see our dreams come true. Everything you can think of--communication, help, professionalism, incredible food, gorgeous views, countless photo opportunities, generosity, talented & friendly staff, and a stunning place to get married--is found at Whitby Castle.

Niki, Ralph, and the whole staff at Whitby made our wedding dreams come true. They were accommodating, quick with responses to emails, and overall extremely helpful with my planning process. The venue itself is beautiful and the food was the best I’ve ever had. I would do it all over again tomorrow if I could. Thank you all so much for the best day of our lives!!

My husband and I had our wedding at Whitby Castle on 3/19/22 and we couldn't be happier with our decision. From when we first met with Niki in October 2020 through our wedding, the staff was always prepared and professional. Whitby has all the options and answers to all of your questions and the staff pay great attention to detail. They met and exceeded our needs and always with a smile on their faces. Niki and Ralph work together like a well-oiled machine. The chef, Fernando, cooks with such love and care that you could taste it through his food and was enjoyed by all of our guests. Everything was artful while also delicious. Gabriel was so attentive to us during our tasting and the whole night of our wedding to make sure we were always happy. Gabriel's smile can only be met with more smiles. We loved the space which has such natural beauty that you need not worry about budgeting for anything else. You're not going to find another castle, on a golf course, on the Sound ever. This is the one. It's beautiful, the staff is excellent, and you'll be happy with your decision to have your wedding or other event at Whitby. Thank you Niki, Ralph, Fernando, Gabriel and Whitby family for everything!

From the beginning stages of setting up a tour till the day after the wedding. Every person who works at Whitby Castle is incredible!!! Niki & Ralph are the best you will get! Responsive, informative, relatable, fun, knowledgeable!!! I can’t say enough of how much they did for us leading up to and day of wedding. The day of staff was incredibly friendly, engaging and attentive they did not miss a beat! Alll of our guest complimented how amazing the food was, how friendly the staff was, and how incredibly gorgeous the venue was!!! You absolutely will not be disappointed here!

Please read my/our glowing review for Whitby Castle below: Whitby Castle was phenomenal and a godsend. Firstly we're both from NY originally but moved to Maryland shortly after getting engaged and let me tell you that wedding planning from a different state is a nightmare BUT when we were browsing venues, we set up an appointment to tour Whitby with Niki (who is a total sweetheart) and due to pandemic issues Niki was unable to join us for the tour but told us to explore the castle at our leisure. The vibe of the venue: 10/10. We drove up to the Castle and were immediately blown away by the atmosphere outside. THEN we stepped inside and fell even more in love. The ballroom was so light, airy and warm; it was completely inviting. So of course we booked! Niki answered each and every tiny question I had with a completely positive attitude and for that I was very grateful! The food: 10/10 would recommend. When we had our tasting my now-husband turned to me and said "I hope the food at the wedding is half as good as this" because as we all know, most wedding food is average at best. NOT at Whitby. The food on the day itself was absolutely delicious! I'm sad we missed cocktail hour but I heard nothing but positive things from my guests regarding the food. Ralph and the staff: 11/10. Ralph was professional, hilarious and accommodating to every little whim I had for my perfect day. He was the organization to our chaos and we would've been lost without him. The rest of the staff at the venue was extremely pleasant and efficient. The waiter who helped us as our tasting was there on the day of and rememberd us and was very happy to see us again which was sweet! I seriously recommend this venue for anyone looking to host a smaller but luxe wedding. We ultimately had around 110 guests and it felt intimate but no one was stuck on top of each other either (which is super important in a Covid world). We definitely could've had another table or two of guests but I'm glad it worked out the way it did!

Our bridal shower was a complete success! Starting with Yasmin, she worked with me from start to finish. Very professional , efficient and kind❤️🌹she promptly answered all my calls and emails, any silly question I had. She made me feel confident that everything was going to be perfect. The castle stands with charm and beauty on its own but the staff, the food and service are outstanding. Everyone loved it! Thank you all who made it so perfect!