Yes it’s that time of year again … February 14 and love is definitely in the air. Everyhwere you turn the media is full of articles about how to make Valentine’s Day special.

A true romantic thinks of Valentine’s Day as THE day when they might make or receive a wedding proposal. Some even follow through and continue the ‘romance’ of the occasion by choosing February 14 as their wedding day the following year.

Here at Eastnor Castle we have the perfect setting for a romantic wedding on Valentine’s Day and numerous couples over the years have celebrated their wedding with us on February 14. However, it’s not just the romantic setting they come here for …. it’s the extra special touches that we can offer to reflect the romance of their individual love story.

A couple photographed after their wedding at Eastnor Castle

Two things generally associated with the idea of love and romance are flowers and candles.

Flowers - the choice of flowers and how they compliment the ‘romance’ of our castle wedding setting is crucial. Here at Eastnor we take great pride in the expertise of the florists who provide our wedding flowers.

Candles - at Eastnor Castle we can create a truly romantic, candlelit setting for the wedding breakfast using candles and beautiful candelabras around the State Dining Room. Being a castle we also have open fires that add a warm, romantic glow to the candlelit atmosphere.

A romantic wedding breakfast in the State Dining Room at Eastnor Castle

So if you accept a wedding proposal this Valentine’s Day and want to have a truly romantic wedding then look no further than Eastnor Castle. We will be delighted to help create the most special day … but hurry, the few dates we have left this summer will go quickly as will February 14 2011 which is STILL available! View our wedding availability and rates page for more details or call our Wedding Co-Ordinator Becky Johnson on 01531 633160.

One happy couple who started their newly married life together this New Year are Bianca and Baz. They had chosen to get married on 31 December 2009 and we were delighted when they selected Eastnor Castle as their romantic wedding venue.

All wedding days are special but theirs was perhaps one of the most special and stunning you could imagine. The wedding ceremony was held in the Eastnor church of St John The Baptist with a guard of honour provided by the Royal Marines and the wedding rings were delivered in flight down the aisle by a beautiful owl. After the ceremony the happy couple and their guests proceeded to the Castle where they enjoyed their wedding breakfast in the sumptuous surroundings of the Great Hall. 

Share in their wedding joy and watch their Eastnor Castle wedding video below on YouTube - it’s stunning!

As we write this post, New Year’s Eve 2010 is still available at Eastnor Castle. So if you would like an unforgettable, romantic wedding on one of the most special days of the year, please speak to Becky Johnson our Wedding Co-ordinator on 01531 633160.

We have been getting more enquiries from couples interested in having a civil ceremony at Eastnor Castle. So we thought it might be a good idea to explain exactly what is involved.

Basically this is a non-religious, legal, marriage ceremony. It has to be conducted a person duly authorised - basically a Registrar. Being non-religious, you will find that hymns and prayers are excluded. We think this is a pity as there are some beautiful writings which lend themselves to any marriage wherever it is held.

So what kind of couples would look at a civil ceremony?
Surprisingly the range is larger than most people realise.
These are just some examples …

a. Civil partnership ceremonies with same sex couples
We will help tailor the ceremony to your exact requirements. Eastnor Castle is a quality wedding venue that offers exclusivity, privacy and plenty of space.

b. A commitment ceremony
Whilst this does not carry any legal implications, it is still a great way to say ” I still love you” and to start the next years of your life with renewed enthusiasm. In a similar vein we also have renewal of vows ceremonies at Eastnor Castle. This can be a beautiful way to celebrate a lifetime together.

c. Wedding celebration ceremonies
This usually makes people stop and think. Why would you need this? A moment’s thought will highlight many examples. For instance, if you live in the UK and want to marry overseas but also want a celebration for your friends and family back home. Sometimes couples in fact want something which is not allowed within the normal wedding ceremony. An example of this would be if they wanted the ceremony conducted by a friend who was not licencsed.

d. A naming ceremony
These are typically performed for children. However, it’s not just the newly-born - it also applies when an older child joins a family, possibly through an adoption.

So whatever the occasion, be it a civil partnership, civil wedding or pink wedding, the Eastnor Castle staff plus an impressive list of local suppliers are available to help you realise your dream celebration. Use our magnificent, 19th century Gothic Drawing Room for the ceremony itself and enjoy exclusive use of the Castle and its grounds. Your peace and privacy are guaranteeed. Read more about Eastnor Castle as a pink wedding venue.