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Our mission at the Winding Woods venue is to provide a unique and memorable experience for your special day at our picturesque outdoor venue. Conveniently located at 97 E Jackson Avenue in Clayton, NJ, the Winding Woods venue is perfect for any outdoor enthusiasts. Our venue offers stunning natural views nestled inside an eleven-acre, mostly wooded lot, boasting an acre-wide pond just down the gravel roadway.

We specialize in micro wedding ceremonies, elopements, and vow renewals. Our secluded Secret Garden, Enchanted Forest, and Waterfront Overlook are naturally scenic spaces that can be used for tea parties, bridal showers, baby showers, outdoor events, and engagement photography.

New Jersey is among the best for outdoor ceremonies and has become one of the most popular states to get married in because we have all four seasons, which allows any month to be in season for an outdoor ceremony at the Winding Woods venue. We will surpass your expectations and eliminate the stresses of your big day by guiding you every step of the way. Our outdoor ceremonies provide the most memorable experience for your special occasion without the expensive cost of a traditional venue. Your venue doesn't have to fall short to stay on budget. Come see for yourself and set up a tour.

Read below for Information to obtain your marriage license! Couples who are NJ residents should apply with the municipality they live in. Use the link provided to obtain your application prior to visiting the municipality. https://www.nj.gov/health/forms/reg-77.docx

For couples who are out of state, you’ll apply for your marriage license right here in Clayton. The Clayton Municipal Office can be reached at 856-881-2882 to make arrangements for your license. For more information, visit the official site of the State of New Jersey at https://nj.gov/

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Describe your venue:

Garden
Park
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Planner
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Outside Cake
Server(s)

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
December

Reviews of The Winding Woods Venue

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Stephanie P. Sent on 09/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best outdoor wedding venue around!!

I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Winding Woods Venue. My partner and I wanted to have a small wedding outdoors with our closest loved ones, but finding a private space that allowed dogs and didn't require a hike was challenging at first. This was the perfect fit and affordable to boot! We chose the elopement package in the Enchanted Forest. April was very communicative and answered any questions we had along the way. My dad can walk, but not very far without pain, so knowing they had a golf cart to easily transport him to the ceremony location to walk me down the aisle made me rest easy. The bridesmaids and I were able to finish getting ready in a tent that was out of view. It was a nice place to wait before being transported by the golf cart to the ceremony location. The ceremony went off without a hitch and April was there to assist in any way she could, such as gathering our personal items from the tent and giving them to us in the parking lot, to save us the trip back to the tent. I could not have asked for a better wedding day and I hope more people hear about it for their weddings and other events!!
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Rose M. Sent on 04/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hauntingly Beautiful

We had a Halloween themed event and I can’t say enough good things about the owners! April and her husband went above and beyond. The venue itself is a beautiful wooded area that is perfect for so many kinds of events! It’s very clean, and has plenty of parking. I’ve already booked it again. Highly recommend!!

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The Winding Woods Venue frequently asked questions

The Winding Woods Venue includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Winding Woods Venue includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The space offered by The Winding Woods Venue for wedding events is known for:
  • Garden
  • Park
  • Waterfront
The Winding Woods Venue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Winding Woods Venue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
The Winding Woods Venue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Winding Woods Venue offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Winding Woods Venue is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
The Winding Woods Venue currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.

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