WELCOME GROUPS!
Westben is located 3 kilometers outside of the rural town of Campbellford in Trent HIlls, Northumberland County. Two hours east of Toronto, two and a half hours west of Ottawa and forty minutes from Peterborough, Cobourg and Belleville.
We are excited to welcome you to the magical Open-Air Summer festival of concerts at The Barn, on Willow Hill and around the Campfire. In 2024 we will feature 27 performances from June 14 to August 4 with local and top Canadian artists in classical, broadway, jazz, folk, fiddle, pop, rock and comedy at 2 pm, 7 pm. We also feature our talented neighbours of Alderville and Curve Lake First Nations.
We have 3 venues: The Barn is a custom-built, timber-frame barn and seats 400. Our new outdoor Willow Hill Amphitheatre seats over 500 and the intimate new campfire venue seats up to 50 people. On sunny days from June to September massive walls and doors of The Barn roll away allowing music to waft over the surrounding meadow. In addition to open doors in The Barn we have added ceililng fans for better air circulation and comfort. Willow Hill is a natural grassy amphitheatre and the Campfire is a cozy experience where you can watch the sunset while enjoying a beer or glass of wine with baked brie or smores. The Barn has cushioned movie style theatre seating but for Willow Hill and Campfire performances you are encouraged to bring your own lawn chair or blanket so you can enjoy the performances al fresco. In the Fall Fest September 28 to 30 we will be featuring concerts and small group nature and music experiences on the neighbouring Mary West Nature Reserve.
WESTBEN WELCOME
Westben is group friendly. A Westben team member will meet your bus upon arrival to welcome everyone and let them know about the performance and facilities. The bus driver will be directed to the bus parking. The Westben greeter will also check in with your group tour leader at intermission to see if there are any requests to make the experience even more wonderful! At the end of the broadway/pop concerts, the performers hop on the bus and meet the passengers. Photos with the performers and your group may also be available.
ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING:
There is ample bus parking and easy access drop off. Golf carts driven by our friendly volunteers are available to help those that need a lift right to the door! There is a trailer of washrooms (no steps) that are clean, air conditioned with flush toilets and running tap water (not drinkable). There is also an accessible Blue Loo.
ALWAYS AVAILABLE ON THE GROUNDS
AT THE CONCESSION: 90 Minutes before any performance and at intermission there are treats and beverages including ice cream, snacks, drinks, coffee and non-alcoholic drinks. Also as us about pre-ordered delicious picnics prepared by Ravi from Antonia’s Bistro. *Group Picnics must be ordered 7 days ahead.
AT THE MILKHOUSE BAR: Choose from an eclectic collection of interesting wines and craft beers available before each concert and at intermission.
RECOMMENDED DINING PARTNERS FOR GROUPS:
Homemade Church Dinners:
St Paul’s United Church, 60 Main Street, Warkworth
Contact: Janice Laver 705-924-2623 or 705 977-1210
Chubby’s Restaurant, 2830 County Rd 8, Campbellford (Hoard’s Station)
Contact: mataylor606@gmail.com; 705-653-2908; www.chubbysrestaurant.ca
Elmhirst’s Resort, 1045 Settlers Line, Keene
Contact: Pamela sales@elmhirst.com 705 295 4591 Elmhirst.ca
The Dockside Bistro, 67 Queen Street, Campbellford Contact: Sandy info@thedocksidebistro.com; 416-562-5557; www.thedocksidebistro.com
JOIN A GROUP
For those who wish to participate in a group excursion to Westben and Northumberland, here's but a few of the many tour operators visiting our area:
Cardinal Coach Tours (877) 343-7773
Mary Morton Tours (519) 232-4403
Ottawa Valley Tours - (613) 224-1579
Lakeshore Tours (800) 387-5914
Time of Your Life Tours (416) 224-0684
BUILD YOUR OWN TOUR
Westben is located on a 50 acre farm in Trent Hills (a Municipality with three charming villages - Campbellford, Hastings and Warkworth).
Trent Hills Flavour Trail
Area Festivals
Area attractions:
Campbellford: Empire Cheese (a coop owned by local farmers), World’s Finest Chocolate Outlet, Church Key Micro Brewery, Dooher’s Bakery (Sweetest Bakery in Canada), Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge, Centre & Main Chocolate, Focal Brewery, Fogorig Brewery
Warkworth: Two small streets of unique boutique shopping in Warkworth
Near by: Haute Goat and the Canadian Canoe Museum
Visit Trent Hills Tourism and Northumberland Tourism where you can find more group tour suggestions.
GROUP FRIENDLY BUSINESSES IN NORTHUMBELRAND COUNTY
From scenic countryside tours to factory outlets, Northumberland is home to over 50 attractions, 25 restaurants, farms, shops, accommodations and events that love to welcome large groups.
See the Northumberland County Group Tour Directory for planning your trip to Westben . This features over 40 pages of group-friendly establishments to help you get started.
GROUP TOUR POLICIES
There are group rates starting at groups of 20 or more.
A deposit of $100 deposit is required 30 days after booking and seat numbers and payment in full is required 30 days before the performance. Deposits are refundable if trip is cancelled 30 days prior to the performance.
For groups of 20+ one comp given.
FOR COVID PROTOCOLS - https://www.westben.ca/covid-protocols
