We provide exclusive dry hire of the castle and grounds with a choice of ceremony spaces, drinks and canapé reception areas including the atmospheric Great Hall for your dinner and dancing. Our viewing platform, at the top of the Norman tower, has panoramic views of Hay's rooftops and the picturesque River Wye, Radnorshire Hills and Black Mountains. The perfect frame to your wedding photos with yet more to be discovered!
An intimate wedding in a spectacular setting!
Your dedicated wedding coordinator will guide you through a calm and thoughtful planning process, ensuring everything is considered and tailored to you.
Ground floor with soaring double height ceilings, unveiling a unique synergy between historic and modern architecture.
First floor light and versatile space with 17th century timber flooring. A fresh canvas to style in your own way.
Outdoor ceremony with a mesmerising backdrop of the Castle and incredible views. Contingency Great Hall / The Old State Room.
Second floor light and airy space. Subject to availability, dependent upon our exhibitions programme.
Capacity: 60 Seated
With many years of experience, our catering partners, Epicure Events, have built up an impressive list of local suppliers, using only the best quality ingredients.
Their friendly team will work closely with you in all aspects of menu planning, drink choices and service. For those who know exactly what they want and those who don't, they'll bring your wedding food desires to life so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy every moment with confidence.
Fully catered, from an adjoining kitchen and bar, Epicure will nurture any dietary requirements and provide flawless service for a truly memorable wedding day feast.
Please contact the team directly for a bespoke quote.
Capacity: 100 Standing
As the evening approaches, your wedding party, together with any additional guests, are welcomed into a reception as the Great Hall is transformed into a magical dancefloor.
With ample room for your chosen band or DJ, the Great Hall makes for the perfect space to sing and dance until the clock strikes twelve. But, if dancing just isn't your thing, let's get creative with something that is!
Open 10am to 5pm, seven days a week.
Hay Castle Oxford Road Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DG
01497 820079 info@haycastletrust.org