Weddings
Carreg Cennen Castle is regarded to be one of Wales’ most romantic places and therefore the perfect wedding venue.
We are extremely proud to be able to offer a relaxed and obliging atmosphere that lends itself perfectly to intimate rustic gatherings or elegant wedding feasts
The Wood Shed with the Castle as a backdrop for your vows
If you are getting married at Carreg Cennen Castle then our much-loved Barn is once again available as your beautiful reception venue equally if you have another venue in mind we are happy to host just your ceremony.
We have been lucky enough to host many happy couples over the past 25 years and have an abundance of passion for this beautiful place and we’d love you to choose to have your special day here.
Costs ~ 2026
Ceremony - £1300 (no minimum number)
Venue Hire for Wedding Breakfast & Evening Party - £5000 (minimum 40- Max 80)
Wedding Breakfast £90 per head
Drinks Package £30 per head
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Wedding Breakfast
A selection of canapes chosen by you from our comprehensive choice served to your guests at a time of your choosing after your ceremony or on arrival.
Guests can then sit to enjoy a selection of marinated succulent local meats cooked to their best and
accompanied by seasonal and world inspired dishes.
A trio of bespoke homemade desserts will be served to each table for guests to select.
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Drinks
Welcome drinks to be chosen from a comprehensive selection and served on arrival.
Half a bottle of carefully selected wines per person to accompany the meal.
A glass of celebratory ‘bubbles’ to toast the special day
We are able to cater for minimum 40 – maximum 80 guests for your wedding Breakfast.
The Barn can accommodate up to 120 guests for drinks and a lighter food option if you'd like some additional guests to join you after your wedding breakfast.
Evening menu options can be made available. These can be discussed to suit your requirements. Prices from £15-£25 per head.
The venue is only available for weddings on limited dates from September to June.
Get in touch to secure your date – info@carregcennencastle.com
Ceremonies take place in our Oak frame Wood Shed with the Castle and the spectacular Cennen valley perfectly framed by extensively glazed elevations, or alternatively weather permitting on the adjacent lawn.
The newly weds' are encouraged to take advantage of this magnificent venue
and venture up to the Castle for Photographs.
There is of course much more information that you may wish to know. Please get in touch by email with any questions.
A huge thanks to the amazing photographers who have captured these special moments with us.
www.karlbaker.com www.wholepicture.co.uk
Wedding coordinator
With over 25 years experience hosting receptions and ceremonies at Carreg Cennen the whole team have a wealth of knowledge and will ensure that we are on hand to help plan ahead of your day and of course on the day itself.
Decoration
The Wood shed and the Barn are both very beautiful as they are but we always love to see the wonderful creations our couples add to the Venue. We will ensure that you have access the day before to decorate.
How many can we host?
For Ceremonies in The Wood Shed there is
No minimum number but the Maximum Capacity is 100.
If you would like to also have your Wedding Reception with us in The Barn we have a minimum number requirement of 40 and the most we can cater for is 80.
Up to 40 additional evening guests for the evening celebration (max total 120)
Photographs
Our Couples have a unique opportunity to have photographs in and around the Castle itself. Group photographs can be taken from the lawn with the majestic castle backdrop.
Confetti
We prefer flower petals as these will add to the colour of the beautiful grounds.
Drinks
A drinks package to cover all the important moments can be provided. In addition a fully stocked bar is available in the Barn for your guests to choose their own.
Heading elsewhere for your Reception?
No problem!
We will look after you and your guests while your with us. Celebratory drinks and light refreshments can be available if you wish.
Menus
Rhiannon will be looking after all your catering needs. She is a genius at creating wonderful seasonal offerings using a lot of locally sourced foods. Menus will be chosen based on sharing platters with selections of deliciously tasty and enjoyable offerings, a very sociable feast for you and your guests to enjoy.
Outdoor Weddings
Your ceremony can be held on the Lawn adjacent to the Wood Shed beneath the backdrop of the Castle if the weather is suitable.
Council registrars
Please contact Carmarthenshire County Council registrars to arrange the legal proceedings for your ceremony. 01267 228210 registrars@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
How do we book?
Get in touch by email or a call us to check if your preferred date is available. 01558822291. info@carregcennencastle.com.
We'll only be hosting a limited number of Weddings each year. Once you have a date arranged with us and the registrars if your getting married with us then a £1000 non refundable deposit is required.
Privacy
The Castle & tea room remains open to the general public during Weddings. The buildings that are being used by the wedding party will be kept private and the footpath to the castle is diverted during your wedding ceremony.
Contact us by email info@carregcennencastle.com or phone 01558822291 to arrange a visit to meet the team and have a look around.