Event Planning
last updated: June 26, 2010
Chosen as Vancouver island North’s best shore excursion, in a recent exit survey conducted by Cruise BC, the McLean Mill and Alberni Pacific Railway provide an intriguing and unforgettable venue for your next special event.
You and your guests will discover British Columbia’s forest legacy, with an authentic and unique snapshot of the past including steam-powered machinery, rustic buildings, and a beautiful forest setting.
The McLean Mill National Historic Site and Alberni Pacific Railway offer their facilities for meetings, group meals, and special events provided such use does not interfere or detract from the McLean Mill and Alberni Pacific Railways primary role or function.
For more information contact us,
By Phone: (250) 723-1379
By email: info@alberniheritage.com
Pick Your Event:
Charters Facility Rentals Wedding Photos Catering Sleep-Over Program
All itis subject to applicable taxes. Prices do not include GST.
Charters |
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subject to availability |
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| Steam Locomotive (No. 7) 4 hours - $975 8 hours - $1800 Capacity: stand-up - n/a sit-down - 180 people (5 cars) |
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| Diesel Locomotive (8427) 4 hours - n/a 8 hours - $1,250 week (5 days) - $5,500 Steam Sawmill Track Time |
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Facility Rentals |
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| Visitor Reception Centre & Courtyard 4 hours - $130 8 hours - $190 day/evening - $375 Capacity: -- Visitor Centre: stand-up – 60, sit-down – 40 -- Courtyard: stand-up – 90, sit-down - 60 Note: includes use of BBQ |
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| Steam Pot Café' (kitchen) 4 hours - $95 8 hours - $190 day/evening - $250 |
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| train Station 2 hours - $100 4 hours - $150 8 hours - $250 Capacity: Meeting Room - 15 Mill Site |
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Wedding Photos |
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Wedding Family |
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Photos by Stacey Murton |
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Catering |
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| Please phone for a quote
Lunch: |
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| Meeting/Light Refreshments: * Desert treats: Fresh baked scones, muffins and butter tarts * Beverage options include: Juice, soft drinks, bottled water, freshly brewed tea or coffee |
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| Receptions:
Luncheon Buffet: |
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| Wine & Cheese Buffet: * Wine: Selected white and red wine (max. 3 glasses pp) * A selection of fine cheese: Local and international cheese with assorted breads and crackers * Fresh vegetable crudités: Fresh seasonal vegetables with assorted homemade dips and condiments * Chicken Wing Platter: Choice of honey garlic or hot & spicy * Spinach or Anti-pasta Platter: served with bread * Cold Cut Platter: Delicious assorted cold-cuts * Desert treats, including: Cream puffs, éclairs, Nanaimo Bar * Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation * Beverage options include: Juice, soft drinks, bottled water, freshly brewed tea or coffee |
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Sleep-Over ProgramLimited availability for youth organizations only. Summer Season not available.Arrival time: 7:00 pm, Departure time: 10:00am Group Size: 8 to 15 children (ages 5 to 12 years) Each group must be accompanied by two adults Cost: $125.00 includes: Use of McLean Mill Site and Visitor Centre, and evening snack (hot chocolate, cookies). |



