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BRYNGARW HOUSE, CF32 8UU

01656 729 009 | www.bryngarwhouse.com

If you’re looking for a charming wedding venue, you will adore Bryngarw House. Easily accessible yet a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the house sits within 113 acres of parkland and is just a few minutes drive from the M4.

Bryngarw House has plenty of places to take memorable photographs, including the ornamental bridge, oriental-style tea house, sweeping staircase and exquisite display of trees and flowers.

The honeymoon suite is included for the happy couple on the night of the wedding and there are 18 en-suite bedrooms for your guests to choose from.

Celebrate in style

The Treharne Suite is a French antique-styled ceremony room that’s flooded with natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows and chandeliers and is capable of holding up to 120 guests for the ceremony.

After the vows, friends and family can enjoy the drinks reception in the Conservatory, which is decorated with glistening chandeliers and Chesterfield chairs.

Receptions are held in the permanent marquee, which has a twinkling dancefloor, a large bar, elegant drapes and space for 250 loved ones.

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Bryngarw House provides a menu-tasting evening, and couples will have access to a dressing room on the morning of the wedding.

THE GREAT HOUSE HOTEL & RESTAURANT, CF32 0HP

01656 657 644 | www.great-house-laleston.co.uk

The Great House Hotel & Restaurant is a restored, Grade II listed property that offers a gorgeous mix of original features and modern facilities. The 15th-century house is believed to be a gift from Queen Elizabeth I to the Earl of Leicester, who used it as a hunting lodge. Located in the pretty village of Laleston, Bridgend, it’s just 10 minutes away from the seaside town of Porthcawl and is full of warm character, with flagstone floors, oak beams, inglenook fireplaces and stone archways.

Celebrate in style

Tie the knot and host your reception in either the Leicesters Room, Prince of Wales Suite or Great Hall, with maximum capacities of 20, 30 and 60 respectively.

Be sure to check out the health suite – complete with a Jacuzzi, a sauna and spa offering dermatological treatments; it’s perfect for pre-wedding pampering.

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The Great House Hotel & Restaurant has an award-winning restaurant on-site which uses locally-sourced seasonal ingredients.

COURT COLMAN MANOR, CF31 4NG

01656 720 212 | www.court-colman-manor.com

Originally belonging to Margam Abbey, Court Colman Manor was transformed into a hotel in 1981. The Georgian mansion is situated at the foothills of the Garw Valley and combines modern and period décor to create a stunning backdrop for weddings. There are three function areas for couples to choose from, large fireplaces, a sweeping staircase, a modern lounge, 29 stylish bedrooms and an Indian restaurant on-site.

The exterior has large windows and is surrounded by quaint ponds, water fountains and charming countryside. A recent addition is the Ivy Cottage which is tucked away in the grounds and offers a quirky alternative to staying in the hotel.

Celebrate in style

Say ‘I do’ in the Versailles Ballroom, a grand area that features blush wallpaper, marble pilars and crystal chandeliers, with room for 120 nearest and dearest throughout the day.

The Garden Room is a light and airy space that was originally built as a conservatory. It features large windows and can be combined with the Versailles Ballroom for large celebrations.

Alternatively, the Llewellyn Room, named after the family who lived at the property, has wood panelling and an Edwardian skylight with space for 45 guests.

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Once the big day is over, you can return to Court Colman Manor to celebrate your first anniversary with a complimentary stay.