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Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue in Bamberg, SC.
Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.
Constructed in Bamberg, SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Bamberg native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.
Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:
Weddings
Bridal Showers
Bridal Portraits
Rehearsal Dinners
Corporate Events
Much More!
The Top Wedding Venue in Bamberg, SC
The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.
To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of Bamberg's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.
With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Bamberg.
What Sets Abney Hall Apart from Other Wedding Venues in Bamberg?
You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.
Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Bamberg, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:
Venue Size
Choosing the appropriate-sied venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.
Location and Nearby Lodging
On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.
Located in Bamberg, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.
Venue Staff
At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue in Bamberg, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.
We would be happy to go over:
- Venue Pricing
- Ceremony Specifics
- Reception Specifics
- Catering Possibilities
- Decorating Possibilities
- Entertainment Options
- Photography and Photo Opportunities
- Venue Amenities
- Bridal Party Needs
- Groomsman Needs
At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.
Decor
When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.
Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.
Photo Opportunities
10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.
From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Bamberg, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.
Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.
Abney Hall Pro Tip
The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.
The Premier Corporate Event Venue in Bamberg, SC
Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.
The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.
When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.
Elegance at Its Finest - Only
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If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Latest News in Bamberg, SC
Floods sweep away roads - 134 closures reported in Orangeburg County - Bamberg, Calhoun report damage
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Heavy rain fell throughout the region over a 24-hour period, causing a dam to fail and washing out roads in Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties.WeatherThe dam at Etheredge Mill Pond on Bull Swamp Creek failed Thursday morning, washing out U.S. Highway 178/North Road between North and Orangeburg.The S.C. Department of Transportation sent crews from Columbia to assess the damage and determine the next steps...
Heavy rain fell throughout the region over a 24-hour period, causing a dam to fail and washing out roads in Bamberg, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties.
The dam at Etheredge Mill Pond on Bull Swamp Creek failed Thursday morning, washing out U.S. Highway 178/North Road between North and Orangeburg.
The S.C. Department of Transportation sent crews from Columbia to assess the damage and determine the next steps needed to reopen the heavily traveled route.
At least 134 road closures were reported throughout Orangeburg County alone, with the western and central parts of the county being the most impacted, according to Orangeburg County Emergency Services Division Director Billy Staley.
Officials don’t know the exact nature of the road damage and when they’ll reopen. Residents can find real time road closures and re-openings at the Orangeburg County Emergency Operations Center's Facebook page.
“Turn around, don't drown,” Staley said. “Don't drive through flooded roads and don't drive around barricades. Limit your travel on the western end of the county.”
The flooding and road closures led the Orangeburg County School District to close schools Thursday and Friday.
Staley said the worst of the flooding occurred in the western part of the county.
S.C. Department of Transportation crews were in Orangeburg County to assess flooding and road closures, plus any possible damage sustained to S.C. Highway 6 (Old Number Six Highway), S.C. 4 (Neeses Highway) and North Road (U.S. 178.)
“At this time, we do not know the extent of the damage since we are still in the rain event,” SCDOT Media Relations Manager Hannah Robinson said Thursday. “Once it is safe to do so, we will have crews go in to assess damages. At that time we will know more about timelines and repairs.”
“We have crews monitoring the roads that are experiencing impacts,” Robinson said.
Staley said there were no reports of storm-related injuries through Thursday morning. There were three vehicle water rescues in the western end of the county overnight.
There were reports of water in some schools, though what schools or the extent of the damage was uncertain.
Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency Director David Chojnacki said the county was also dealing with flooded roads.
Some of the roads experiencing flooding were Caw Caw Highway and Burke Road and Columbia Road near Interstate 26. Colonel Thompson Highway (U.S. 601) near Hemlock Road northeast of St. Matthews was also dealing with flooding.
Calhoun County deputies were out in the county directing traffic due to traffic lights being out at a number of intersections.
Chojnacki said there were a couple of motor vehicle accidents that were weather related. In one, an individual needed to be extricated following an accident on Kennerly Road.
The S.C. Department of Transportation has had crews out all night responding to flooded roadways, Chojnacki said.
Roads were also flooded and closed in Bamberg County
Reported road closures in the county included:
• Sweat Pea from U.S. 78 to Apache Road
• Half Moon Road
• Combine Road
• Main Highway (past city hall)
• Country Club Road
• Char-Augusta Highway (near Lazy Lane)
• Capernaum Road (by spray field)
• Mount Caramel Cemetery Road
• Flynn Street to McGee Street in the city of Bamberg.
Bamberg County Department of Public Works and SCDOT crews were out assessing and surveying the road damage on Thursday.
Bamberg County Public Information Officer Alisha Moore said the county has not had to conduct any home evacuations or rescues through early Thursday afternoon.
Rain totals
Near-record amounts of rain fell in some spots in Orangeburg, Calhoun and Bamberg counties over a 24-hour period. The rain began Wednesday evening and continued into Thursday morning.
“The amount of rain is quite rare,” NWS meteorologist Frank Alsheimer said. “This is the kind of rain you would normally expect with a tropical cyclone.”
Alsheimer said the rainfall was indirectly related to Hurricane Rafael in the Gulf of Mexico. Moisture from Rafael streamed into the state thanks to an upper-level disturbance over the area.
Rainfall totals since Wednesday morning include:
• 14.62 inches seven miles west of St. Matthews
• 12.45 inches five miles east of North
• 11 inches nine miles east of North
• 10.95 inches three miles northwest of Orangeburg
• 10.87 inches eight miles north of Orangeburg
• 10.40 inches five miles north of Denmark
• 10 inches seven miles southeast of Neeses
• 9.07 inches in Orangeburg
• 8.90 inches in Bamberg
• 8.81 inches in Springfield
• 8.64 inches at the Orangeburg Municipal Airport
• 8.55 inches seven miles east of St. Matthews
• 8.37 inches two miles north of Denmark
• 8.12 inches four miles east of Swansea (Calhoun County)
• 8.12 inches four miles northeast of Swansea (Calhoun County)
• 7.98 inches four miles north of St. Matthews
• 7.86 inches a half-mile north of Orangeburg
• 7.86 inches three miles west of Denmark
• 7.70 inches a mile southwest of Orangeburg
• 7.44 inches three miles east of St. Matthews
• 7.42 inches in Orangeburg
• 7.30 inches about four miles east of Cameron
• 6.72 inches about three miles south of St. Matthews
• 6.47 inches in Sandy Run
• 6.44 inches three miles north of Elloree
• 5.92 inches in Cameron
• 5.77 inches two miles west of Elloree
• 4.76 inches four miles south of Norway
• 4.65 inches two miles east of Santee
• 3.67 inches one mile southwest of Holly Hill
• 2.73 inches seven miles west of Santee
Rivers
The North Fork of the Edisto River was at 11.32 feet Thursday morning and was forecast to crest at 12 feet Thursday night.
A flood warning is in place for the North Fork of the Edisto River until early Monday morning.
At 12 feet, secondary roads near Orangeburg become flooded. At stages above 12 feet, extensive farmland and lowlands downstream from Orangeburg will be flooded, according to the National Water Prediction Service.
The North Edisto River crested at 13.64 feet during the historic 2015 flood. The highest crests were 14.7 feet in September 1928 and then 14.28 feet in September 1945. Flood stage is 8 feet.
The South Fork of the Edisto River near Cope was at 12.04 feet Thursday morning. The record for the river at the recording station was 10.9 feet, according to the NOAA's National Water Prediction Service.
The South Fork of the Edisto River near Bamberg was at 12.86 feet. Flood stage is 16 feet. The record for the station is 13.7 feet.
Power outages
Orangeburg’s Department of Public Utilities reported about 608 customers were without power south of Orangeburg between U.S. Highway 21 and U.S. Highway 178 shortly before 7 a.m. Thursday. The power outage was due to a downed tree.
About 104 customers were without power near the Cordova area shortly before noon.
Edisto Electric Cooperative reported about 290 customers were without power in Bamberg County. About 276 Tri-County Electric Cooperative customers were without power in Calhoun County and 261 Tri-County customers were without power in Orangeburg County around 7 a.m. Thursday.
By noon Friday, the large majority had power restored.
Water outages
Orangeburg DPU spokesman Randy Etters said the utility had some water lines blown out in the Oakmont subdivision off of North Road due to flooding rains.
“We don't know the extent of the damage,” Etters said. “The DOT will have to get the roads repaired before we can do our work.”
Etters said boil water advisories may need to be issued.
“We have staff in the field monitoring things,” he said.
The Silver Springs Water District issued a precautionary boil water advisory for all its customers until further notice. Multiple road washouts and water main breaks have occurred to create limited water availability or a complete loss of service for customers.
Some Calhoun County residents in the Sandy Run area were also dealing with water pipe leaks.
Boil water advisories are in place for Columbia Road for addresses between 6009 Columbia Road through 7027 Columbia Road.
Other boil water advisories in place include:
• Caw Caw Highway
• Stabler Farm Road
• Leap Frog Lane
• Merrybell Lane
• Burke Road
• Deep Ridge Court
• Air Lane
Looking ahead
The rain is expected to improve the drought conditions in the area.
The area is forecast to dry out now, with no rain forecast from Friday night through Wednesday of next week.
Over the next two weeks, the forecast is for above-normal temperatures and drier-than-normal conditions.
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