Your South Wales Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 76)

FONMON CASTLE, CF62 3ZN 03301 281 591 | www.fonmoncastle.com Fonmon Castle is steeped in history, with an incredible range of historic paintings, books and architecture. Surrounded by an oasis of three acres of relaxing countryside, there are plenty of places for guests to explore, including the folly, scented garden and summerhouse. Ideal for weddings all year round, the plants come alive in the summer and in the autumn the creeper on the castle walls blazes a stunning deep red. In the new wedding village, the orchard tipi offers a modern and contemporary atmosphere with plenty of places to take photographs. The staff are working hard to reduce their carbon footprint and are hoping to become one of the leading sustainable wedding venues in Wales. CELEBRATE IN STYLE Couples can tie the knot in the Library, which can accommodate 110 guests, or in the outdoor scented garden with 50 people. Celebrant-lead services take place on the extensive lawns or the Orchard Tipi in the Wedding Village, with up to 180 loved ones during the day and 200 in the evening. This stunning space has been purposely built to ensure guests are entertained and comfortable, with firepits, outdoor seating, an orchard area and traditional gypsy caravan. The team can also arrange giant garden games that are perfect for summer nuptials. WE LOVE... Couples and their families are welcome back to the castle with preferential accommodation rates available. Dennis O'Connell Photography THEMED VENUES 23 THE GLYN CLYDACH, SA10 7AJ 01792 818 411 | www.theglynclydachhotel.co.uk Situated in an idyllic part of Neath within 15 acres of pristine countryside and manicured gardens is The Glyn Clydach. Outside couples will be able to enjoy the façade church door, sweetheart bridge and stone wishing well, as well as, stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. There are six en-suite bedrooms for guests to choose from on the night of the wedding and dedicated staff who will ensure the day goes off without a hitch. CELEBRATE IN STYLE Couples can say “I do” in The Abbey Suite. A modern space full of natural light with room for 120 loved ones for the ceremony and 230 dinner guests. The area can be split into two to accommodate more intimate celebrations if needed. The suite has been recently updated to include stunning new drapes and fairy lights. WE LOVE... Newlyweds will receive a complimentary bridal suite on the night of the wedding.