Your South Wales Wedding - Mar/Apr 2020 (Issue 72)

29  THEMED VENUES A PLACE TO REST your head GLEN-YR-AFON, NP15 1SY 01291 672 302 | glen-yr-afon.co.uk Surrounded by acres of charming countryside and picturesque gardens is the grand Glen-Yr-Afon. The award-winning hotel is home to 28 modern bedrooms and is just a short walk away from the town of Usk, which is full of boutique shops and charming restaurants. Opening in 1974, the four-star Victorian villa has a neutral décor throughout which can be personalised. CELEBRATE IN STYLE Couples can tie the knot in the Ballroom, an elegant space, with large bay windows and room for 150 loved ones throughout the day. The Library, with its conical ceiling and striking interior, can hold 30 friends and family for the vows and 20 for the reception. The Dining Room can also be used, with room for 45 nearest and dearest for the vows, 35 for the meal and 22 for the evening celebration. Weather depending, lovebirds can get married in the venue’s grounds or in the grand Ballroom with up to 150 guests. WE LOVE... The venue’s charming grounds and on-site bedrooms. Tie the knot in a hotel 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 d cor, 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. CELEBRATE IN STYLE Couples can get married in the Oriental Suite, which has a neutral d cor throughout, perfect for couples looking for a blank canvas and space for 25 guests. Alternatively, the Floral Suite can be used. This room oozes elegance and can cater for up to 130 friends and family for the service and 60 for the wedding breakfast. The Tapestry Suite has a dedicated bar and room for 130 nearest and dearest throughout the day. WE LOVE... Nearlyweds will receive a voucher for a complimentary Sunday lunch to celebrate their first anniversary. huwdale.co.uk studiocwtch.com