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Last update: May 2024

Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa is a historic four-star wedding venue located in the market town of Ruthin, in Denbighshire, Wales. The Castle will not fail to impress you or your guests, with its sweeping driveway and acres of parkland, which provide the perfect back drop for stunning photos that you will look back on for years to come. Steeped in history and set against the Clywdian Range in North Wales, it’s an idyllic fairy tale castle venue, whether it’s an intimate affair or an extravagant occasion, Ruthin Castle will be perfect for you.

Facilities and Capacity

Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa hosts both intimate and grand celebrations of love. They welcome civil ceremonies with up to 100 guests and evening receptions for 120. Each event space has a unique and lavish design, allowing you to choose the perfect ambience for you. From regal Victorian-style rooms with blush pink walls to candlelit lounges full of mid-century design, there's something for every taste. After saying 'I do' in one of five stunning suites, pop a bottle of bubbly and take in the sunset on the terrace. There, you'll enjoy serene views of the countryside, the castle's moat, and the historic battlements.

Services Offered

From your initial enquiry through to the day itself, your personal wedding coordinator will be on hand to make your special day effortless and enchanting. The attentive team at Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa treat each milestone celebration with the utmost care and will tailor your experience to suit your taste. They offer various packages designed to tick every box on your to-do list, leaving you to focus on savouring quality time with your loved ones.

Their Diamond package includes the following:

  • Room hire for a wedding breakfast and evening reception
  • A dedicated wedding coordinator
  • A three-course wedding breakfast, six-item buffet, canapés, house wine, prosecco, and a tasting session before the big day
  • Use of hotels cake stand & knife
  • White Linen and Napkins
  • Chair covers and coloured sashe
  • A master of ceremonies to run your day and lead your speeches
  • Overnight accommodations for the newlyweds in their luxurious honeymoon suite
  • Preferential guest room rates for your guests
  • DJ & Disco until Midnight
  • 40% off your first anniversary stay at the hotel
  • Complimentary car parking

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Castle
Historic
Landmark
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Health suite
Beautician
Fitness centre

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
14 reviews
99% recommend it
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Joanne
Joanne W. Sent on 01/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding day

Wow. Totally amazing. Staff and hotel fantastic. They really made my wedding like a fairytale. Throughly recommd you will not find a better venue for a wedding
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Hannah T. Sent on 08/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream wedding!

We had the most beautiful wedding at Ruthin Castle! Everything was perfect from the stunning peacock terrace (with actual peacocks!) where we got married to our gorgeous wedding breakfast and evening reception in the Grand Salon and library terrace. The setting was absolutely breathtaking and this was captured on all of our wedding photographs.
The staff were so accommodating and kept us updated with everything that was happening throughout the day and nothing was too much trouble. The hotel manager was on site all day long making sure everything was perfect for us and I can’t thank him enough!
All our wedding dreams came true with Ruthin Castle! And we wish we could do it all over again!!!
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Olivia C. Sent on 18/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

We could not be happier with Ruthin Castle and the wonderful team that works there. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect from start to finish.

The events staff were incredibly supportive throughout the planning process, keeping in touch through regular emails and meetings to help us with organising room reservations, timings, suppliers, menus, and various other elements for the day. They were very accommodating with our menu tasting and provided a good range of options for people with different dietary requirements.

Across the whole weekend, staff could not do enough for us and our guests - everyone felt well looked-after. Everything ran smoothly and flawlessly from start to finish, from setting out the decorations and turning the room around, to coordinating our suppliers and guests, as well as simply being very considerate and welcoming throughout.

The venue itself is, of course, stunning. Getting married in a real medieval castle is a truly unique experience. The renovations have preserved the historic features while also adding some modern luxury. It’s really beautifully done. Our package included a complimentary night in the Prince of Wales Suite, which was amazing! The staff also kindly brought us room service for breakfast. Beyond the building, the grounds and mountain views are utterly breathtaking. All of this provided such a gorgeous backdrop for our wedding photos.

Thanks again to the team at Ruthin Castle. They ensured a perfect wedding day for us and our guests. We can’t recommend them or thank them enough!
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Rebecca G. Sent on 13/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Wedding Venue!

Ruthin Castle is an outstandingly beautiful venue with both history and romantic charm. My husband and I had our wedding in March 2023 and it really was the best day of our lives so far! Our wedding plan was executed perfectly and all of the staff were brilliant all day! The price was very reasonable for the package that we got too. Would recommend Ruthin Castle as a wedding venue!
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Victoria Sent on 18/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding

We had a medieval wedding here it was outstanding. The staff were so friendly yet professional. Or w day will never be forgotten by any of our guests and many are returning later in the year for their own special occasions. We can not recommend a wedding here enough.
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Jennifer Sent on 18/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Top Notch Venue

My husband and I were married at Ruthin Castle. Debby and the rest of the staff were fantastic! The ladies in the spa created beautiful makeup and hair for me and attendants, as well as my mom. The food was great but the atmosphere is what was so incredible. Debby recommended wonderful people for us to work with for the flowers, cake, photography, and music. And the bridal suite was AMAZING! I can hardly wait to go back for a night for our anniversary. Truly a top notch venue for any occasion, including just a weekend escape from every day life
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Helen Sent on 10/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreamd

From the moment we first booked our wedding date (3+ years in advance), to checking out after the big day, everything was perfect.

We had 35 day guests, and were married in a civil ceremony in the Presence Room (complete with owl ring bearer), then chose to have afternoon tea in the Peacock Room as our wedding breakfast.

In the evening we had an additional 10 guests, and joined a Medieval Banquet (with every single guest getting dressed up!), before ending the night with a beautiful firework display.

Nothing was ever too much trouble for the team, and Debby was incredible st making sure everything was organised in advance of the big day.

Almost all of our guests chose to stay at the castle, and when we arrived, my now husband and I were so proud to show them ‘our castle’. Everyone loved it, and had a wonderful time.

One of the most incredible things about the castle is the team that work there. On each visit we’ve never failed to be impressed at how considerate and helpful they are, Be it arranging breakfast at 2am for the bride who sorted everyone else out except herself (??), to regaling our guests with stories of ghosts and spooky paintings. Everyone went above and beyond, which we were incredibly greatful for.

Thank you all so much! Can’t wait to come back in a few weeks!! You don’t get rid of us that easily!!
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Sera Sent on 10/09/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding

From the moment we walked in Ruthin Castle and met the wedding planner we knew it was going to be perfect for our wedding. The wedding planner was lovely and helpful and nothing was stressful at all. She was very organised and kept me very chilled for the wedding. Our wedding day was perfect, we had a traditional wedding in the medieval part of the castle and all the guests said how romantic and perfect the day was. Everything went so smoothly, from the moment I arrived the night before to the day after our wedding. The food was fantastic, I highly recommend the hog roast for the evening do! The staff were lovely and friendly and very professional. The castle was beautiful and we have the most magical pictures. It's a stunning location and makes for a beautiful wedding. If I could do it all over again, I would, and I wouldn't change a thing! Perfect!!!!
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Debby Sent on 10/09/2016
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding Day

I knew everything would go well as I work at the castle! i know the food quality, the staff attention to detail and the service me and my family would receive.. the same as offered to everyone else! so why would i go anywhere else? Amazing day, stunning venue.
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Dave Sent on 04/04/2010
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing in every way

We had our civil partnership at the Castle a few days ago and I can't be more pleased with how it went. The staff were always incredibly helpful, the rooms were impeccable and the wedding coordinator couldn't do enough for us, leading to a very well organised day where we didn't have anything to worry about - except the speeches... I would definitely recommend this venue, a great time had by everyone.
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Sally Sent on 22/06/2009
4 out of 5 rating

Day went well, shame about the lead up

We recently got married in Ruthin Castle, an amazing venue. Hotel staff on the day were very good, food was lovely and bar was well stocked. However it was unfortunate on the lead up to the wedding we were not given good service, the events manager did not attend well our requests right from the initial viewing, when we got rushed around, and on the day he got quite a few things wrong, including setting up the wrong room despite us giving final details 2 weeks before. It was a lovely venue and our pictures are lovely, we did have a fantastic day but this is not thanks to the events manager as we did not receive the service we would have expected.
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C Sent on 18/06/2006
5 out of 5 rating

WOW Stunning place, Best In North Wales.

I've been to 10 weddings so far and the Ruthin Castle in Denbighshire definetly rates as one the best venues ever. The serivice was High Standard, the staff were really good. Food was also amazing Quality.
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Ashley Sent on 02/03/2005
5 out of 5 rating

what a great wedding venue!

I recently attended the wedding of a close friend and thought that this was one of the most romantic places to be married. Beautiful food, really attentive service and a fairytale setting. I have been to many weddings recently but this was by far the best place to have one. I am going back for a romantic break myself!!
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Laylacraven Sent on 17/02/2003
5 out of 5 rating

Superb settings for a wedding. Picturesque

Ruthin Castle has a stunning backdrop for a wedding of your dreams. Can accommodate 140 people. Food & service great. Only thing, for summer weddings, castle accommodation is booked up by tour company so make sure there are enough rooms available for the wedding party before you give a deposit. Also does medieval banquet weddings but we didnt decide to go for that as room was very small and seats were on benches - no where to put jackets etc.
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