Clearwell Castle
A Fairytale Castle in Gloucestershire.
Complete with grand reception rooms & 75ft aisle, this fortified Manor House is one of the most romantic wedding venues in England.
Key Features
Castle Comforts
A fairytale castle with all the comforts of a manor house nestled in the romantic Forest of Dean
Indoor or outdoors
Three exceptional ceremony settings to choose from – the Ballroom, Bandstand or Gardens
Evening reception
The Cellar Bar is a dedicated party space for you to celebrate in style until late
Night Before facilities
Extend your celebrations with a Night Before or Day After Party at The Wyndham
Make a night of it
Luxurious on-site accommodation for up to 79 guests including castle bedrooms and cottages
Wedding Packages at clearwell castle
Your wedding is unique to you, and as such, we’ve designed our all-inclusive packages to provide you with a range of options to suit all tastes, preferences & budgets.
Classical Package
Based on 60 guestsBorn from over 30 years’ experience providing dream all-inclusive weddings, this package is the Original and includes everything you need for the perfect wedding day from start to finish.
Luxe Package
Based on 60 guestsNew for 2025, the Luxe package includes everything in the Classical package plus a wealth of extras elevating your special day from Classic to Showstopping.
Intimate Package
Based on 30 guestsOpting for a smaller wedding doesn’t mean you have to settle for a smaller venue – our venues are perfectly designed for a more intimate affair.
Party Package
Based on 60 guestsPrepare for a wedding like no other as we focus on the afterparty with our brand-new Party package.
Venue Location
A fairytale castle in the Forest of Dean
Clearwell Castle
Clearwell
Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire
GL16 8LG
Other Nearby Venues
We have six stunning exclusive-use wedding venues across the South of England – why not explore some of Clearwell Castle’s nearby sister venues.
St Audries Park
A Quintessential Country Estate
This 19th-century coastal manor house & orangery makes for the perfect destination venue, set in its own deer park among the beautiful Quantock Hills.
Bourton Hall
A striking Italianate Manor House & Chapel
Italianate architecture and lovely country views combine to create a memorable wedding venue. Couples can choose to marry in a former Catholic Chapel, a truly special setting.
Take the Next Step
If you have any questions about our Complete Wedding Packages or you’d like to arrange a viewing, get in touch with Laura today.
Frequently
Asked Questions
What is your maximum capacity for a ceremony?
Our beautiful Ballroom can accommodate up to 150 guests in total for your civil ceremony including the Bride & Groom.
Can we have music for our ceremony?
Of course – we offer an in-house PA System, which will allow you to play music for your ceremony. This can be played via CD, iPhone or iPod, although we do not have Wifi in this room, so please make sure you download your playlist in advance. We ask for three to four tracks whilst your guests are taking their seats; your entrance track; two to three songs whilst you are signing the register; and one exit track for you both.
Can my priest/vicar marry us at the venue?
A priest or vicar cannot marry you legally at the Castle as our licence is for civil ceremonies only. However, you are welcome to have a blessing with your priest/vicar following your civil ceremony.
Are chair covers included?
Absolutely. We include your chair covers in our all-inclusive packages, offering a range of coloured sashes to tie around them. We also offer our Chiavari chairs as an alternative if you prefer. These are also included in your package.
Do you provide an aisle carpet?
The Ballroom has a beautiful neutral-coloured aisle carpet already included and set-up for you on the day. This is also included in your package.
Is the ceremony price included?
The use of our Ballroom for your civil ceremony is included, however the cost of the Registrar for your ceremony is not included. The Registrar would need to be booked individually by yourselves for legal reasons. We can provide you with estimated costs and contact details on how to book your Registrar.