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Venue type:
Hotel Description: The Vale Resort set amidst over 650 acres of beautiful Welsh countryside and is home to a luxuriously appointed 143 bedroom, four star hotel once part of the estate of Hensol Castle – a 17th century stately home.
Ideally located just minutes from junction 34 of the M4, the Vale Resort combines convenience and accessibility with the unsurpassed beauty of the tranquil Vale of Glamorgan countryside in which it resides. Indeed, upon entering our gates you and your guests will become aware that you have arrived somewhere quite special and quite unique.
After all, the Resort combines exquisite landscaped gardens, sweeping staircases and classic terraces for an idyllic year round wedding venue, guaranteed to deliver a warm welcome and a stunningly photogenic setting for your special day.
For everything from the wedding ceremony, to the wedding reception and the evening function, even the Hen and Stag party why not let our wedding co-ordinator take the strain so that you can enjoy the most memorable event of your life.
Practicalities
Ceremony/Reception: Ceremony & reception Capacity for ceremony: 180 Seated meal capacity: 430 Buffet meal capacity: 430 Total venue capacity: 430
Outside space: The beautiful landscaped gardens and stunning backdrop of the South Wales countryside provide the most idyllic and photogenic setting for your wedding day. Bridal suite: Yes Photography inside: Yes Photography outside: Yes Parking: Free parking 300+ Disabled access: Yes
Food + entertainment
Licensed bar: Yes Late licence bar: Yes Disco facilities: Yes Type of cuisine: You will find our catering options almost limitless. Our menu selector allows you to choose the meal that best suits you, your guests and of course your budget. A variety of drink packages are also available. Vegetarian menu: Yes Accommodation: Every one of our 143 hotel accommodation rooms is luxuriously appointed with a contemporary style and designed to maximise your comfort and convenience.
Additional services
Toastmaster: Yes DJ: Yes Event planner: Yes
Further info & directions
Additional details: The following is included in your wedding package
FREE bedrooms for the bride and groom FREE anniversary dinner FREE one month membership to our Health Club* FREE Round of golf for groom and 3 friends* 205 discount at the Vale Spa one month prior to your wedding Red carpet on arrival Silver cake stand and knife Personalised menus and table plan Preferential accommodation rates for your guests Complimentary car parking for all guests
Directions by public transport: By Air - Cardiff International Airport is just west of Barry and 20 minutes by road. There are signs from the A48 to the Vale Resort.
By Rail - Cardiff Central Station is 20 minutes by road from the Vale. Take the A4232 then one junction west to exit at junction 34.
Directions by car: From London - Take the M4 west, exit at junction 34 in South Wales.
From the Midlands & the North - Take the M5, then the M50/A449 to Newport and then M4 to junction 34.
From the South West of England - Take the M5 to either the M49 at Avonmouth or the M5/M4 interchange (near Bristol) and then over the Severn Crossing into Wales and exit at junction 34.
From West Wales Take the M4 east and exit at junction 34.
From Junction 34 •Take the exit signposted for Pendoylan and Hensol •Take 1st right following signs for Pendoylan, Hensol and Vale Hotel. •Take 1st right, signposted Hensol, Miskin and Vale Hotel. •Take 1st left, just before white house on the bend. •Follow road up the hill and the Vale Resort gates are on the right
