A match made in heaven

Choosing the ideal wedding venue can take time – and patience! –in order to ensure that the place perfectly reflects you as a couple. Read on for the pick of the North Wales bunch…

Set on the idyllic Conwy Estuary, The Quay Hotel & Spa is a unique wedding venue with awe-inspiring views of the historic Conwy Castle – and such a fabulous location makes a magical setting for an unforgettable wedding. In addition, The Quay’s dedicated wedding co-ordinators are on hand to discuss your wedding plans; and the hotel promises to host only one wedding reception on the day – yours and yours alone.

Further down the coast and Talhenbont Hall is an exclusiveuse wedding venue based on the stunning Llŷn Peninsula. Talhenbont Hall comprises of an Elizabethan Manor House, a Coach House with an outdoor pergoda where couples can exchange vows in the summer months and the new outdoor Coach House terrace. The Estate can sleep 42 guests onsite, making it the perfect ‘Destination Wedding’ venue.

Meanwhile Trevor Hall near Llangollen offers a unique and exclusive experience in a magical setting. Stunning views, beautiful gardens, quirky interiors and enchanting woodland all provide an unbeatable setting for your wedding celebrations and meaning that your photos will definitely stand out from the crowd. The Trevor Hall experience is about spending time with family and friends while preparing for your wedding, making wonderful memories along the way.

The team at Trevor Hall believe that your wedding is unique to you – so whether you want street food with a live band, ice cream vans and circus performers, or a sit down formal dinner, it can all be arranged. And don’t worry if you feel a little overwhelmed, as the team are on hand to help as little or as much as you would like so that you can really get creative.

Rydal Penrhos is also set in beautiful landscaped gardens – making it the perfect venue for your wedding or event. Rydal can host weddings and events for up to 250 guests inside or larger events outside in marquees. With its vaulted ceiling, stained glass and parquet flooring, the Osborn Hall is steeped in history and has previously been the chapel and the dining hall. Now converted into a wonderful event space, here you are able to host larger events for up to 250 guests. The room opens onto the quad and gardens, perfect for predinner drinks.

Also on campus is Rydal Penrhos’ school church, St John’s, where you can choose to be married, host a family ceremony or a memorial service. Their school chaplain will be pleased to discuss your service with you, while the team of dedicated event planners are available to help you plan and enjoy your perfect day or evening.

Finally, on the Isle of Anglesey, Château Rhianfa is the perfect venue for your special day. However the façade only serves as a taste of what the interior has to offer as, once inside, you will discover the wood panelled banqueting hall, the lounge’s decorated ceilings and 27 stunning bedrooms.

The breathtaking views of Snowdonia are just one of the reasons why the Château makes for such a special wedding venue – and the food is another. From their AA Rosette awarded restaurant, to beautiful lounges, the dining experiences at Château Rhianfa are truly special. Enjoy a sumptuous wedding breakfast prepared by their team of talented chefs, and get your marriage off to the perfect start. n

Dates for your diary

J Join The Quay Hotel & Spa for their Wedding Open Day on Sunday 19th February from 124pm to experience what makes this quayside location the ideal choice for your pictureperfect day.

J Talhenbont Hall is opening its doors on Sunday 26th February at its fabulous Llŷn Peninsula venue from 1-3pm. There is no need to register, couples can just turn up.