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Weddings at Picton Castle
Picton Castle offers a beautifully romantic location for a wedding
celebration. The 13th Century castle and Georgian wing are located in the
heart of scenic Pembrokeshire, in 40 acres of beautiful woodland and
walled garden. The castle interior was remodelled in 1750 to create elegant
Georgian reception rooms, furnished with many fine antiques and paintings.
Most civil wedding ceremonies take place in the Great Hall, the principal
living room with a splendid fireplace and gallery staircase, which
accommodates around 120 people. For more intimate occasions, the bijou
circular library can host ceremonies for up to 20 guests.
For wedding receptions, we hire out the old tennis lawn, where you can set
up a marquee. It is a superb location, sheltered between courtyard and
castle and opening onto the gardens, creating an enchanting atmosphere
for your special day and a lovely backdrop for wedding photographs.
You could also hold a Champagne reception after the ceremony in the
walled garden, in the Great Hall, on the castle forecourt or in other areas of
the garden, such as by the jungle garden. We provide a stylish service area
of draped table and parasol, two members of staff and glasses. You provide
the champagne. It’s a civilised way of entertaining your guests for up to two
hours while your photographer gets the perfect pictures.
Weddings at Picton Castle
Wedding Options
Civil Ceremony
For a civil ceremony, you have exclusive use of the Great Hall for up to 120
people for two hours. (Before you book, please check with local registrar for
available dates; contact details provided on information sheet attached).
Great Hall hire cost £700 + vat
Marquee Reception
The tennis lawn is a large and flexible space which has accommodated
marquees for weddings ranging from 90 to 360 guests. You can choose the
marquee company that bests suits your requirements and budget. Contact
details of a local company are included in the information sheet at the
back. You will have exclusive use of the marquee site for the day. Your
guests are free to relax and enjoy the grounds and gardens. We are
licensed until 2.00am.
Site for marquee in the garden without a wedding ceremony £1,500 + vat
Wedding ceremony and site for a marquee £2,000 + vat
(saving of £200.00)
Walled Garden Champagne Reception £370 + vat
Great Hall Champagne Reception £450 + vat
Weddings at Picton Castle
A Wedding Day at Picton Castle
Wedding days are special at Picton Castle because we go out of our way to
make them so.
On the Big Day, the grand wrought iron gates between the lodges are opened
so guests and wedding party can drive down the lush front drive straight onto
the Castle forecourt. It’s a stylish start to a special occasion.
Bridal couples have shown lots of imagination in booking their wedding
transport. We have seen everything - a host of different horse-drawn vehicles,
fabulous vintage cars and modern limos, even helicopters on the south lawn!
A dedicated guide puts out the bans an hour before the ceremony and is on
hand to greet early guests, giving them the choice of gathering in the Great
Hall, enjoying the gardens or perhaps popping into our Restaurant for tea.
The Registrar usually arrives about 20 minutes before the ceremony to check
the Great Hall to ensure all is in order, then await the Groom and Bride.
The Registrar is required to have private, individual conversations with the bridal
couple to remind them that the commitment they are about to make is legally
binding and to ensure that they are entering into marriage willingly and of their
own free will.
The interviews over, the Registrar enters the Great Hall, signalling the start of the
Bride’s musical introduction. We have seen a great many variations on a
musical theme, ranging from iPods plugged into speakers to the full Whitland
male voice choir! Our wedding couples have hired harpists, solo singers,
guitarists and pianists. You are welcome to use our beautiful Steinway grand
piano. The acoustics in the Great Hall are perfect so, whatever your choice of
music, it will sound glorious.
After the ceremony, some use the remaining time in the Great Hall as a photo
session, others have a musical recital. It’s YOUR day. Enjoy it as you
will.
Weddings at Picton Castle
Memorable weddings don’t just happen… they’re planned
Organising a wedding is a huge project, which some people thoroughly
enjoy and others would prefer to delegate. Whichever kind of person you
are, you will find exactly what you are looking for at Picton Castle.
If you’re looking forward to creating your own dream day, at Picton Castle
you have the freedom to choose all your own suppliers, themes and
individual finishing touches. It is your day to do as you wish.
If you would rather avoid the pressure of doing it all yourself, our wedding
planner Rosita Roles provides three levels of service for you to choose from:
• Complete Wedding Planning Service, from appointing reliable
photographers, caterers, entertainers, florists, even dressmakers, to
advising you on etiquette – who traditionally sits next to whom on the top
table; what is the usual order of speeches and toasts … few people
follow the traditions slavishly nowadays but it’s good to have them as a
basis for your own plans.
• Wedding Day Co-Ordination – you could do the planning and organising
up to the Big Day yourself, then leave it to Rosita to make sure everything
happens as you want it to, while you relax and enjoy yourself.
• Wedding Consultation – maybe you like the idea of organising your own
wedding but think some advice on do’s and don’ts would be handy
before you get started. Once again, Rosita can provide helpful hints
and tips.
If you think you would like Rosita to help you with your wedding plans, please
let us know and we will make an appointment for you to meet her.
Weddings at Picton Castle
Catering
Picton Castle Restaurant is run by Maria Grimwood, one of Pembrokeshire’s
favourite caterers, with an excellent reputation. She is the popular choice
for most of our wedding parties but you can engage your own caterer if
you prefer.
Maria has provided a couple of sample menus below to give you some
ideas but she can also design menus to suit your personal taste and budget.
She also has an excellent selection of wines and is licensed to run a pay bar
if required.
Sample Menus
Maria’s passion for food starts with selecting the best quality ingredients, skil-
fully blending the best of Pembrokeshire Produce with the finest of Spanish
and Mediterranean specialities. The following menus have been prepared
by Maria as examples of what is available within different price ranges. The
prices include hire of crockery and staff.
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Weddings at Picton Castle
P ICTON CASTLE RESTAURANT
P ICTON CASTLE ESTATE
RHOS , HAVERFORDWEST , SA62 4AS
0 1 4 3 7 7 5 1 3 4 6
Menu Suggestion 1Menu Suggestion 1Menu Suggestion 1Menu Suggestion 1
£22 per head£22 per head£22 per head£22 per head
StarterStarterStarterStarter
Avacado and Prawn Cocktail - with a twist
Or
Mixed Wild Mushroom & Garlic Bruchetta
MainMainMainMain
Chicken Veronique chicken breast cooked with Chablis and grape sauce
Or
Oven Poached Salmon fillet served with a creamy Chardonnay sauce
Served with Served with Served with Served with
Mashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast Potatoes
Dessert Dessert Dessert Dessert
Red Cherry Meringue Roulade or
Chocolate Log or
Fresh Fruit Salad
P ICTON CASTLE RESTAURANT
P ICTON CASTLE ESTATE
RHOS , HAVERFORDWEST , SA62 4AS
0 1 4 3 7 7 5 1 3 4 6
Menu Suggestion 2Menu Suggestion 2Menu Suggestion 2Menu Suggestion 2 £22 per head
StarterStarterStarterStarter
Salad of Pear with Walnuts and Roquefort Dressing
Or
Smoked Salmon with Dill and Mustard Sauce
MainMainMainMain
Sirloin of Beef with shallot and Madeira Sauce
Or
Creamy Fish Pie
Or
Spinach and Feta Cheese en Croûte V
Served with Served with Served with Served with
Mashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast Potatoes
Dessert Dessert Dessert Dessert
Winter Berry Cheescake or
Pears in Red Wine
or
Apple, Apricot and Almond Crumble
Weddings at Picton Castle
Weddings at Picton Castle
P ICTON CASTLE RESTAURANT
P ICTON CASTLE ESTATE
RHOS , HAVERFORDWEST , SA62 4AS
0 1 4 3 7 7 5 1 3 4 6
Menu Suggestion 3 Menu Suggestion 3 Menu Suggestion 3 Menu Suggestion 3 £35 per head
StarterStarterStarterStarter
Tomato and Mozzarella with a Basil and Olive dressing
Or
Gambas Pil Pil Prawns in sizzling garlic and chilli oil
MainMainMainMain
Welsh Fillet of Lamb á la Pointevine with brandy and garlic
Or
Poached Salmon and Scallops with an Orange and Saffron Sauce
Served with Served with Served with Served with
Mashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast Potatoes
Dessert Dessert Dessert Dessert
A Selection of Desserts such as Profiteroles, Roulade etc
Coffee
Weddings at Picton Castle
P ICTON CASTLE RESTAURANT
P ICTON CASTLE ESTATE
RHOS , HAVERFORDWEST , SA62 4AS
0 1 4 3 7 7 5 1 3 4 6
Menu Suggestion 4 Menu Suggestion 4 Menu Suggestion 4 Menu Suggestion 4 £29 per head
StarterStarterStarterStarter
Soup of the Season
Or
Homemade Terrine with mixed salad leaves & Red Onion Chutney
Or
Melon with Rasberry Coulis
MainMainMainMain
Roast Beef with Onion Gravy and Yorkshire Pudding
Or
Pembrokeshire Roast Turkey With all the trimmings
and
Vegetarian Option (to be discussed)
Served with Served with Served with Served with
Mashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast PotatoesMashed root vegetables, Green Beans and Roast Potatoes
Dessert Dessert Dessert Dessert
A Choice of Desserts such as Crumble, Apple Tart, Roulade etc
Coffee
Useful contacts for your wedding
The following local contacts may useful in planning your celebration
Local registrar
The Registry office, Tower Hill, Haverfordwest SA61 1SS 01437 775176
Accommodation
Haverfordwest Tourist Information Centre 01437 763110
Bluestone Holiday Village 01834 862400
Wedding Planner / Co-Ordinator
Rosita Roles, Picton Castle Trust 01437 751326
Picton Castle Caterers
Maria Grimwood Restaurant 01437 751346
Home 01437 751344
Marquee Hire
Dingles Marquee Hire, Narberth 01834 860482
George Evans, Blue Sky Marquees 07968 962448
Florists
Elsa Sharp 0779 2971207
Spirals 01437 762794
Amarylis (contemporary flowers) 01348 874749
Photographers
Ross Grieve Wedding Photography 01646 651750
Mark Richards 01646 697645
Fireworks*
West Coast Fireworks 01834 861619
(Please note that West Coast Fireworks are the only firework company
authorised to work at Picton Castle,.)
Weddings at Picton Castle
Practical Considerations
During your wedding ceremony and reception at Picton Castle, we would like
you to feel that the venue is exclusively yours. We will do all we can to ensure
your special day runs smoothly. However, because of the unique nature of
the venue, we ask you to be aware of the following practical considerations:
• From April to September, Picton Castle is open for castle tours six
days a week. The tours are suspended during wedding ceremonies.
•
• From March to October, the gardens are open to visitors, closing at
5.00pm. The site for the marquee is in a private area of the gardens.
•
• If you have a wedding ceremony in the Great Hall or Library, you
have exclusive use of the room for up to two hours, starting one hour
before the time of the ceremony.
•
• Fireworks are only permitted if they are booked with West Coast
Fireworks of Narberth as this company is aware of the special
requirements of the Castle Trust and our farming neighbours, and has
been approved by our insurers.
•
• To ensure your day is as exclusive as possible, we only book one
wedding ceremony and one marquee reception a day.
•
• Regrettably we cannot allow confetti, rose petals, rice or similar
showers. Apart from being difficult to tidy up, they can form slippery
surfaces for visitors with impaired mobility. Some bridal parties blow
soapy bubbles but it is worth noting that these can damage
delicate silk fabrics.
Weddings at Picton Castle
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