5 Castle Venues That Can Be Exclusively Yours This Summer
1. Allerton Castle, North Yorkshire
Once owned by the Grand Old Duke of York, brother to King George IV, this historic venue is most recognizable these days for its appearance in popular films and TV shows such as The Secret Garden and Sherlock Holmes.
If you are looking for a fairy-tale 18th century venue, set among 200 acres of breathtaking parkland and tranquil gardens, then Allerton Castle is the venue for you.
2. Walton Castle, Somerset
Rent out this secret gem for a weekend and you will have exclusive access to the stunning central tower with it’s renovated kitchen and relaxing lounge, a heated 10 meter swimming pool and exercise area, a ‘games’ turret which includes a mini-bar, darts board, pool table and table football and of course the 5 double en-suite bedrooms located in the surrounding turrets.
One of the most unique aspects to this private castle is the staff who run it, who have over 30 years event planning experience between them and will find you anything you require to make your time here special; be it a PlayStation for the kids, over-sized tea pots for a theme party or a game of archery to help with those team building sessions
3. Amberley Castle, West Sussex
Set in an idyllic corner of English countryside, with 12 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens and medieval stonework forming an evocative backdrop, it is no wonder that Amberley Castle has been used exclusively by royalty, politicians and VIPs throughout its history.
Venture inside this West Sussex venue and you are greeted by 900 years of history – suits of armour and intricate coats of arms alongside fine fabrics and beautiful antiques complete the setting.
This 12th century castle, which began life as a manor house for the Bishop of Chichester over, now offers the perfect mix of traditional meets contemporary. With so many facilities on the grounds (a putting course, croquet lawn and tennis court to name a few) and with such serene and beautiful gardens, once guests arrive here, they rarely feel the need to go anywhere else.
4. Hever Castle, Kent
Dating back to 1270 and offering a fine collection of antiques, Italian walnut panelling and old working fireplaces, Hever Castle is another stunning castle venue that can be exclusively yours.
The castle has three very distinct areas to host that special event depending on what you are looking for; the castle itself if you are looking for stately grandeur, The Astor Wing if you want a country house feel or The Italian Garden if you are looking for a stunning lakeside location.
If you are looking for the most quintessentially English venue for your next summer party, or simply a unique site for a summer wedding, then the award winning rose garden at Hever Castle, with more than 4,000 beautifully displayed bushes creating a kaleidoscope of colour, is the place for you.
5. Clearwell Castle, Gloucestershire
Built just after the Crusades and re-modeled in 1727, Clearwell Castle offers a unique aura of grandness and serenity and is one of Britain’s premier Country Houses. The castle has a stunning Grand Ballroom, elegant reception rooms and a vaulted cellar that can accommodate up to 250 guests!
The entire castle can be exclusively yours for your wedding, private party or corporate event. There are 15 beautiful bedrooms within the castle and additional properties within the grounds, allowing for an overnight stay for many of your guests.