Your South Wales Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 69)

22 ST FAGANS NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HISTORY, CF5 6XB 02920 573 322 | museum.wales/stfagans St Fagans National Museum of History stands in the grounds of the magnificent St Fagans Castle. Set within 100 acres of breathtaking countryside, the gardens were donated to the people of Wales by the Earl of Plymouth and are the ideal place to take those all-important photographs. CELEBRATE IN STYLE The Concert Hall at Oakdale Workingmen’s Institute is located on the first floor and is capable of holding 90 loved ones for the vows and wedding breakfast. The Castle, a Grade I listed property boasts a classical décor throughout, as well as oak furniture and grand paintings. The Main Hall has an intricately carved fireplace and beautiful furniture, with space for 40 friends and family for the vows. Alternatively, the Dining Room, which can hold up to 70 nearest and dearest for the service and 40 for the reception can be used. Weather permitting, an elegant marquee can be erected in the grounds to accommodate 140 guests for the party. The Atrium within the contemporary new main building can hold 400 attendees for the evening celebration. WE LOVE... The award-winning caters can create a personal menu using locally sourced ingredients, and the coordinators can recommend a range of trusted suppliers. EWENNY PRIORY, CF35 5BW 07778 205 105 | ewennypriory.co.uk Ewenny Priory is an impressive building that dates back to the 12 th -century. Originally a fortified Benedictine Priory, it was dissolved by Henry VIII in the 16 th -century and converted into the current premises. There are plenty of places for guests to explore, such as the grounds, original towers, fortifications and deer park. CELEBRATE IN STYLE The venue isn’t licensed for ceremonies but can be used for receptions. A marquee can be erected in the grounds to hold 300 loved ones. The nearby Ewenny Priory Church is available for services with space for up to 120 friends and family. WE LOVE... Couples will have exclusive use of the venue for up to three days before the wedding to ensure everything is planned to perfection. mariafarrelly.com clicproductions.co.uk ryan-welch.co.uk