The Bierkasteel in Izegem, West Flanders, is a brewery event venue that hosts seminars, receptions, private parties and weddings for 16 to 250 guests. It belongs to the Kasteel Brewery Vanhonsebrouck and has taken events since 2016. The address is Brouwerijstraat 1, with GPS entry Ingelmunstersestraat 46, 8870 Emelgem.
Seminars and company events
Companies use the Bierkasteel for meetings, seminars, receptions and product presentations. Two boardrooms hold 16 to 180 people when used alone or combined. They have a professional sound system with a Bose microphone, a central connection for the media systems and a private bar serving the brewery's beers, wine and soft drinks. The Foederzaal, a room set among large beer vats, seats up to 150 in theatre style and suits presentations and product launches. A 6 m² stage and a lectern are available. A brewery visit can be added to the program, and an event can also take place between the wooden beer barrels.
Weddings and receptions
The venue sells itself as a wedding location. The ceremony or reception can run from a drinks reception to a dance party. The team works with its partner Huis Van Wonterghem, which has been in the event trade for more than 85 years, to plan the day from the first meeting. Private parties such as birthdays, retirement celebrations and baby showers follow the same approach: the organiser chooses a room first, then a formula suited to the occasion.
Rooms and capacities
The Balzaal, or ballroom, takes 120 to 250 people. It has chandeliers, tall glass walls and a bar with a copper front. Lighting and sound are automated and follow the music. The VIP Room takes 55 to 180 people and has the look of a traditional wood-lined pub, with a sound set-up for speeches. Michelles Pub Brasserie takes 80 to 120 people, has an open fireplace and a tap wall, and is bookable on Saturdays and Sundays only. It connects to the Balzaal, so the two can be used together for a larger group. The inner courtyard covers 715 m² and links to the Balzaal, the pub and the VIP Room. It works for receptions and walking dinners in good weather, and gives a view into the brewhouse.
Catering
Formats include a reception, a walking dinner or a seated dinner. Breakfast and coffee breaks can be added for business events. Beers from the Kasteel brewery are served along with wine and sparkling wine. Catering and service run together with Huis Van Wonterghem. Menus are not published, so ask for them in the request.
Getting there
The site is in central West Flanders, about five minutes by car from the Izegem exit of the E403. Free parking holds 170 cars, with charging points for hybrid and electric vehicles. The venue offers a site visit, after which the partner prepares a tailored quote. The request form asks for the preferred date and the number of guests.
