Dell-Lea’s natural charm, warm, attentive staff, and customizable offerings are the perfect frame for your unforgettable wedding memories.

Contact Details

Winter Hours (December-March)
Friday-Sunday – 10am-5pm

Summer Hours (April-November)
Monday – Closed.
Tuesday-Wednesday 9am-5pm

Location
81 Pleasant Street, Chichester, NH 03258

Call Us
603.435.8479

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Come see why Dell-Lea is consistently voted one of New Hampshire's best wedding venues.

Your New Hampshire Wedding, Beautifully Simplified.

Rustic elegance, breathtaking scenery, and everything you need to celebrate in one unforgettable place.

Set on 236 scenic acres in Chichester, Dell-Lea combines the character of a historic New England barn with modern amenities, exceptional food, and personalized service for weddings of up to 180 guests.

236 Scenic Acres

Scenery

Private countryside surroundings with mountain, forest, lawn, and sunset views.

Everything in One Place

Simplicity

Ceremony, reception, catering, bar service, coordination, and setup.

One Wedding Per Day

Exclusivity

Your celebration receives the venue and team’s full attention.

Your Wedding is Our Priority

From the moment you arrive on our 236 acre property for your tour, you'll be treated like family.

One of our knowledgeable staff members (probably alongside our golden-doodle Bella) will meet and greet you and lead you on a private tour of our beautiful barn facility, scenic ceremony area, and manicured grounds.

Authentic Rustic Charm

The Dell-Lea boasts a historic post and beam barn situated on a hill surrounded by 236 manicured acres of sloping lawn, quaint ponds, and verdant forests. Our ceremony area and large dining room windows offer spectacular, sweeping views of mountains and sky, and are situated to take advantage of each sunset as a magical backdrop for your wedding.

Award-Winning. Couple-Loved. New Hampshire Proud.

For decades, Dell-Lea has welcomed couples and their families to celebrate life's biggest moments. Our greatest recognition comes from the couples who choose us—but we're honored to have our venue and team recognized throughout the wedding industry as well.

From the striped lawn flanking driveway leading up to the venue, to the gorgeous flowers lining the grand entrance walkway, Dell-Lea’s authentic, rustic charm, combined with modern amenities, amazing food, and exceptional service are why we’re consistently voted New Hampshire’s #1 barn wedding venue by TheKnot and WeddingWire. We have also been voted top 10 wedding venues in Southern NH by WeddingRule.com, as well as voter’s choice in The Hippo and The Cappies.

Best of Weddings

2026

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards

2025

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Best of Zola

2026

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Cappies Capital Area People's Preference 1st Place

2025

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Close to Conveniences, Far From the Chaos

The Dell-Lea is a short 20 minute drive from city amenities and lodging, but feels like the perfect ‘hidden gem’ location for your private and peaceful wedding day.

Start Planning the
Day You've Always Dreamed of at Dell-Lea.

You’ll be blown away by the meticulous grounds, incredible sunsets, breathtaking foliage, unparalleled photo opportunities, and most of all, the affordable pricing. We pride ourselves in offering the best value possible by providing a wide range of options that let you customize your dream wedding without breaking the bank.

We've got everything you need to get started planning your big day!

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Come for a visit, you won’t want to leave

- David & Toutou Marsden

"We feel honored and blessed to carry forward the history of this amazing property and to host one of the most special days of our clients' lives."

See What Other Couple's Are Saying

My husband Brett and myself had our wedding at the Dell-Lea on 9/15 and it was hands down the best day we could have ever dreamed of thanks to David & Toutou...

See What Other Couple's Are Saying

My husband Brett and myself had our wedding at the Dell-Lea on 9/15 and it was hands down the best day we could have ever dreamed of thanks to David & Toutou...

Linda Grant Caterer

See What Other Couple's Are Saying

My husband Brett and myself had our wedding at the Dell-Lea on 9/15 and it was hands down the best day we could have ever dreamed of thanks to David & Toutou...

Lora Smith Designer

We'd be honored to host your big day!

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Your Grounds & Maintenance Crew

These guys are the ones who keep our venue looking beautiful and running like a well-oiled machine. With over 200 acres of woods and shy of 30 acres of lawn and fields, mowing itself can take 15-25 hours a week! Trust us, when you drive up the driveway, you’ll see why they put so much care into this alone. They are mostly behind the scenes, but their work does not go unnoticed.

Your Waitstaff

Our knowledgeable waitstaff team is not only well tenured, attentive, and committed to providing unrivaled service, they are also the heart of the Dell-Lea family. Our waitstaff understand the importance of your special day and truly love going above and beyond to make sure that your event is one of a kind!

Graham White, Rachel Harlow and Meghan Short

Your Bartenders

Our bar team brings the perfect mix of talent, personality, and fun to every reception! Graham, our bar manager, is a seasoned bartender known for his incredible mixed drinks and his endless supply of classic “Dad” jokes. Rachel keeps the atmosphere relaxed and welcoming while sharing creative herbal twists and fresh ideas for cocktails. And Meghan knows how to keep the energy up, bringing plenty of fun along with her impressive knowledge of sports and spirits. Together, this trio knows exactly how to keep the drinks flowing, the laughs coming, and the celebration glowing all night long!

Laurie Russell

Your Coordinator

Laurie Russell is an amazing homeschool mom of four on weekdays. On the weekends she shares her love of weddings with our lucky couples. Laurie had the joy of planning her oldest daughter’s wedding. When she is not busy teaching and coordinating weddings, she loves playing and teaching piano, singing and leading a band. In total honesty, Laurie still cries at the wedding no matter how many she has done! Her favorite part of coordinating is the first dance and parent dances.

Adam Martin

Your Executive Chef

Adam has been working in the culinary industry since the age of 15, and though we promised not to give away his age, we can say that he’s been cooking professionally for over 30 years in many prominent restaurants throughout the Granite State. Adam’s passion is making comfort food for his Mom, nieces, and nephews. When he is not in the kitchen, he loves taking long rides on his Harley, playing disc golf, and messing around with his dog (who, may we add, eats very well).

Toutou Marsden

Your Wedding Planner

With strong roots in New Hampshire, Toutou’s journey brought her from Plymouth State University to a Fortune 500 company in Boston where she worked in various roles in sales, marketing, events, and project management. Through her vast experience, her love for event planning captured her heart. Combined with her project management experience and her role as one of Dell-Lea’s owners she has overseen over 900+ weddings. Dell-Lea has become one of New Hampshire’s award-winning premier wedding venues in recent years. Let Toutou’s personal approach, insight, and know-how help create the romantic wedding you envision.