Bristol County, which is adjacent to the state of Rhode Island, is a beautiful area for a wedding and has some unique resources to help you with the wedding planning process.
Major cities, villages, and towns in Bristol County include the county seat of Taunton, Fall River and New Bedford, which also have several county-operated facilities, Dartmouth, Berkley, Fairhaven, Freetown, Somerset, and Westport.
The area is served by Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority, Southeastern Regional Transit Authority, and the MBTA commuter rail, so you and your wedding guests will be able to easily navigate Bristol County on public transportation.
Bristol County has several major shopping venues, so you will be able to find everything on your wedding checklist, from couture bridal gowns and sparkling wedding jewelry, to custom wedding invitations and favors.
Make sure you check out Silver City Galleria in Taunton, the shops in downtown New Bedford, Wampanoag Mill in Fall River, Dartmouth Mall, Somerset Plaza, and Southcoast Flea Market.
When it comes to wedding venues, Bristol County has a wide range of options for you to consider, including its award-winning vineyards. Other popular Bristol County venues include Rachel's Lakeside, Lombardi's Hillside Country Club, White's of Westport, Fairfield Inn & Suites New Bedford, and Easton Country Club, just to name a few.
Bristol County is also a beautiful area for warm summer beach weddings, as it is home to Fort Phoenix State Beach Reservation, Horseneck Beach State Campground Reservation, and Fairhaven Town Beach at West Island.
The county is home to numerous parks and trails, which offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and beautiful scenery for engagement and wedding photographs. Major Bristol County parks include Massasoit State Park, Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, Slocum's River Reserve, and Borderland State Park.
If you prefer the indoors, Bristol County has plenty for you as well. To start, you can visit Fort Taber Military Museum, St. Anne Parish and Shrine, the Marine Museum in Fall River, and Artworks! At Dover Street.
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