Southwood Golf & Country Club

Last reviewed: August 11, 2026. Business status: Active.

Southwood Golf & Country Club is a Winnipeg golf club wedding venue at 80 Rue des Ruines du Monastere in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Its official wedding information describes ceremonies and receptions for up to 180 guests, with a clubhouse dining room on the La Salle River, an adjacent historic monastery-ruins setting, a fireplace lounge and patio.

The club presents weddings as a venue-led service supported by its professional team and culinary staff. Couples interested in its spaces or wedding information package are directed to contact Food and Beverage Director Haley Driedger by email. This profile reflects information available from Southwood’s official website and was last reviewed August 11, 2026.

Services and specialization

Southwood Golf & Country Club offers its clubhouse and grounds for wedding ceremonies and receptions. According to its wedding page, the venue can accommodate up to 180 guests and can support either a casual gathering or an elegant reception.

The club says its team oversees event details so couples can focus on the day. Its culinary team can work with couples to create an event-specific menu, with the official page describing locally sourced seasonal food and simple, elegant preparation. A wedding information package is available by request from the club’s Food and Beverage Director.

• Wedding ceremonies and receptions
• Venue capacity of up to 180 guests
• Menu planning with the culinary team
• Wedding information package available by email

Setting and event spaces

The clubhouse features a dining room on the La Salle River and sits beside the historic Ruines of the St. Norbert Monastere. Southwood also identifies an intimate fireplace lounge, a large patio and patio gardens as part of the setting.

For couples considering an outdoor component, the official wedding page says the location is suited to an outdoor ceremony or reception. The official photo gallery is a useful starting point for assessing the visual character of the property, but a site visit remains the clearest way to evaluate the spaces for a particular wedding plan.

• Dining room on the La Salle River
• Historic St. Norbert Monastere ruins adjacent to the clubhouse
• Fireplace lounge and large patio
• Outdoor ceremony or reception setting described by the venue

Service area and who it may suit

The confirmed postal address places Southwood in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It may suit couples seeking a golf-club setting within Winnipeg and those who want a reception venue that combines indoor dining with a river-facing and outdoor setting.

The venue’s documented capacity makes it relevant for celebrations of up to 180 guests. It may also be a fit for couples whose plans include either a more relaxed gathering or a formal reception, as both styles are explicitly mentioned by Southwood. Whether the available rooms, layout and date work for a smaller event should be confirmed directly with the venue.

• Winnipeg, Manitoba location
• For wedding events of up to 180 guests
• Potential fit for casual gatherings or elegant receptions
• Indoor, patio and outdoor-ceremony considerations

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A documented feature of Southwood is its combination of a La Salle River dining-room setting, nearby historic monastery ruins, fireplace lounge and patio. The venue also confirms wedding ceremonies and receptions, menu collaboration and an event team that oversees details.

Current public wedding-package details are limited on the official site. The website does not publish a room-by-room capacity breakdown, a list of included rentals or set-up items, wedding-date availability, sample wedding menus, timelines, deposit terms or accessibility information. Those practical details should be requested before a couple compares Southwood with other Winnipeg venues.

• Confirmed: river setting, historic adjacent landmark, lounge and patio
• Confirmed: wedding capacity up to 180 guests
• Limitation: detailed package inclusions are not published online
• Limitation: availability and configuration need direct confirmation

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published. Southwood’s official wedding page directs couples to email its Food and Beverage Director for the Club’s Wedding Information Package rather than posting wedding rates, minimum spends, meal prices, rental fees or bar pricing online.

Ask for the package and a written estimate tailored to the preferred date, guest count, ceremony and reception plans. Couples can also ask what the estimate includes, how food and beverage commitments are structured, and whether taxes, service charges or other fees apply.

Current prices are not published on the official pages reviewed.

• No current wedding pricing published on the official website
• Wedding Information Package available by email
• Request a written, event-specific estimate

Contact and booking

For wedding information, Southwood asks couples to contact Food and Beverage Director Haley Driedger at haley@southwood.ca. The club’s general contact details list (204) 269-7867 and info@southwood.ca.

When making an initial enquiry, include the preferred wedding date, estimated guest count, whether a ceremony is planned on site, and the preferred reception format. These details can help the venue advise on availability and which spaces may be appropriate.

• Wedding enquiries: haley@southwood.ca
• General email: info@southwood.ca
• Phone: (204) 269-7867
• Address: 80 Rue des Ruines du Monastere, Winnipeg, MB R3V 0B1

What couples should confirm

Before booking, confirm that the preferred date and anticipated guest count work within the venue’s available spaces. The official maximum is up to 180 guests, but the appropriate configuration can vary with ceremony plans, dining format, dance floor, entertainment and weather contingencies.

Request the current wedding information package and clarify what is included in the venue and culinary offering. It is also sensible to confirm menus and dietary accommodations, bar service, ceremony-location options, rain plans for outdoor use, set-up and teardown responsibilities, decor or vendor rules, accessibility, parking, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any insurance requirements.

• Available date, event configuration and guest-count fit
• Package inclusions, food and beverage commitments and all fees
• Outdoor ceremony or reception rain plan
• Vendor, decor, accessibility, parking and contract terms

Continue planning

• Canada Wedding Directory
• Canada Wedding Guide blog
• wedding and bridal guide

Frequently asked questions

How many wedding guests can Southwood Golf & Country Club accommodate?

Southwood states that it can accommodate up to 180 guests for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Confirm the layout for your specific event directly with the venue.

Can Southwood host an outdoor wedding ceremony or reception?

Yes. Its official wedding page describes the patio and surrounding setting as suitable for an outdoor ceremony or reception. Ask the venue about the specific location, weather backup and availability.

Does Southwood Golf & Country Club publish wedding prices?

No. Current pricing is not explicitly published. The club asks couples to email its Food and Beverage Director to request the Wedding Information Package.

Who should I contact about a Southwood wedding?

Southwood directs wedding enquiries to Food and Beverage Director Haley Driedger at haley@southwood.ca. The club also lists (204) 269-7867 and info@southwood.ca for general contact.

Sources checked

• Weddings | Southwood G&CC
• Home | Southwood G&CC
• Photo Gallery Wedding

Address: 80 Rue des Ruines du Monastere, Winnipeg, MB R3V 0B1

Phone: (204) 269-7867

Website: https://www.southwood.ca/