It’s every little girls dream to get married in a castle, right? Personally I absolutely love the idea of choosing a castle as your wedding venue, how magical would that be? When it comes to picking the right Castle Wedding Venue for you, I’ve rounded up three of the best castle wedding venues in the UK to help you decide! I’d love to know which one you like the best!
England & Wales
Rowton Castle is just outside of Shrewsbury, in the perfect location for those planning a wedding in England and Wales. Able to accommodate weddings for up to 110 people (with an additional 40 capacity for the evening reception), the 17 acres of beautiful grounds provide a stunning backdrop for the most magical of days. The incredible 17th Century castle is licensed to be able to host both ceremony and reception, without the need to switch between venues, and you can even get married outside in the charming traditional English countryside castle gardens, surrounded by wildflowers! The Grade II-listed castle has unbeatable original ornate features and gothic character, providing the most romantic of settings for your special day. Rowton is absolutely breathtaking and available for exclusive use weddings with 19 luxurious castle bedrooms for your guests to stay in. They have everything covered, with The Tower House available for the night before the wedding, with three en-suite bedrooms accommodating up to six people in total luxury and the Orchard Suite as the perfect base for you and your best girls the following morning, featuring beauty counters for all that bridal prep!
Scotland
If you’re looking for a truly magical wedding venue in Scotland, make sure you check out Cluny Castle, which is totally secluded and set on the farmland of Aberdeenshire. With over 200 acres of stunning grounds, you’ll be sure to feel like royalty in this majestic castle wedding setting. A key feature is the castle’s very own chapel, allowing you to say your vows in front of a truly iconic stained glass window backdrop, with up to 120 of your nearest and dearest seated in the rustic oak pews. The winding path and sweeping lawns add to the glamour of this beautiful 14th century venue, which is available, with a marquee in the grounds, for exclusive use weddings for up to 300 guests. Picture champagne and canapés being served in front of the castle, with the soundtrack of a piper playing the bagpipes on the ramparts – classic elegance personified.
Northern Ireland
The Belle Isle Estate is an incredible location to start your happily ever after. The castle, in Enniskillen, is perfect for more intimate weddings, but the grounds also house a marquee, should you wish to invite more guests along for the big day. The unrivalled views across Lough Erne and landscaped gardens are simply stunning for those wedding shots and, should the weather not be in your favour, the period features and grand staircases inside the castle are sure to impress! Should you wish for your guests to stay on site, the castle accommodation can house 30 guests in 13 guest rooms and a Butler’s Apartment, providing the ultimate Irish Castle experience following your special day.
Consider Others
If a castle is just out of your budget then there are other venues that will make you feel like a princess without the hefty price tag. Check out other locations that are big, spacious, and have your dates available. You may have an exhaustive list of wedding venues so make sure you take your time visiting each one. You will know your perfect wedding venue when you see it and feel it for the first time.
