Your South Wales Wedding - November/December 2019 (Issue 70)

33 THEMED VENUES HENSOL CASTLE, CF72 8JX 01443 665 803 | hensolcastle.com/weddings Hensol Castle is a 17 th -century venue situated in more than 650 acres of beautiful Welsh countryside. The castle boasts a 15- acre breathtaking lake that would make the ideal backdrop for those all-important photographs. Inside is a modern interior with arched windows, oak panelling and sweeping staircases. The venue has been sympathetically renovated both inside and out to create the perfect wedding venue. The property lies adjacent to the four-star Vale Resort, which boasts 143 bedrooms and luxurious spa facilities, perfect for weekend-long celebrations. THE VOWS ❤ Oak Room. Exchange your vows in this resplendent area, which offers stunning views of the lake. DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY ❤ Courtyard Hall. This purpose-built space has a dancefloor and bar and can accommodate 150 friends and family for the wedding breakfast and 200 for the evening celebration. WE LOVE... Lovebirds will receive a complimentary bedroom on the night of the wedding, an anniversary dinner, a month’s membership to the health club, a free round of golf for the groom and three friends and a 20 per cent discount at the Vale Spa. DE COURCEYS MANOR, CF15 9QN 02920 892 232 | decourceys.co.uk De Courceys Manor is a five-star property that’s been family-owned and managed since 2009. Inside this Georgian manor is a classic décor, with Waterford crystal chandeliers, a gin bar and French boudoir-style toilets. Situated in acres of manicured gardens, there are plenty of places to take those all-important photographs, including ornamental statues, a bespoke moongate swing and beautiful lights that can be set to any colour. Guests are welcome to stay in the six double cottages and two family cottages, able to accommodate up to 30 people. THE VOWS ❤ Oriental Suite. It has a neutral décor throughout and space for 25 guests. ❤ Floral Suite. This room oozes elegance and can cater for up to 130 friends and family for the service and 60 for the wedding breakfast. ❤ Tapestry Suite. Tie the knot in this stunning space, which has its own dedicated bar and room for 130 nearest and dearest throughout the day. WE LOVE... Newlyweds will receive a voucher for a complimentary Sunday lunch to celebrate their first anniversary. justinharrisphotography.co.uk philip-warren.com studiocwtch.com huwdale.co.uk