Wedding bells

Rydal Penrhos is becoming an increasingly popular venue for weddings after the school announced ambitious plans to offer occasions to the wider community. With stunning listed buildings in picturesque surroundings, it’s not hard to see why.

With the romance of Valentine’s Day just around the corner, future brides and grooms are gearing up for their upcoming nuptials – and all of the nervousness and glitz that comes with them. Not only this, but those in the planning stages will be busy putting the finer and more important details in place ahead of the big day this year or in the not-too-distant future.

Staff at the school are very experienced when it comes to wedding planning and Rydal Penrhos can host anywhere from 40 to 250 guests inside or outside depending on the wedding requirements. Guests will be surrounded by illustrious history and grandeur or, should they choose, take advantage of more relaxed surroundings within the school’s grounds under the marquees.

The school recently renovated the Osborn Hall, which was formally the school chapel and dining hall. It is a beautiful room that boasts a vaulted ceiling, wood panelling, stained glass windows and parquet flooring. It is a magical setting for a wedding and is the jewel of Rydal Penrhos’ crown.

Whether it’s a wedding ceremony, the reception or the entire occasion, the Osborn Hall is the perfect spot and seeing is believing. The Memorial Hall is one of the grandest, oldest most beautiful buildings on the Rydal Penrhos estate. As you dance the night away or walk up the aisle you can look up and enjoy the beautiful painted ceiling and be enveloped by the history that echoes around this dramatic room.

The hall can host up to 150 guests and is perfect for dances, weddings, and once again opens onto the quad and gardens and treasured “cloisters” that form just one of the many photographic opportunities on the estate.

With the summer months rapidly nearing, Rydal Penrhos also has the benefit of the New Field area with a Pavilion and marquee for those beautiful occasions in the sunshine to celebrate. Rydal Penrhos is also fortunate to have its very own place of worship, St John’s Church, and it also has a school chaplain who will be only too happy to discuss your service with you.

Arranging everything wedding-related can be a stressful business. Rydal Penrhos can also assist in this critical area with a team of dedicated event planners available to help you plan and enjoy your perfect day or evening. They are also working with local suppliers to ensure that everything is on hand to create the wedding of your dreams. n

Anyone wishing to require more information about Rydal Penrhos as a potential wedding venue can email events@ rydalpenrhos.com, call 01492 530155 – or register your interest online at rydalpenrhos.com