The comments below are taken from the feedback forms which all our wedding clients are encouraged to complete.

 

Wedding comments from previous guests

Client's Initials and Wedding Date

Overall Ratings and Comments

Mr R N     22.07.07 Couldn't have chosen a better place for our son's wedding.  Loved room 27, what a view at night, didn't want to leave. Thank you for a truly unforgettable time. Would love to do it all over again.
Mr & Mrs SC 14.07.07 Our wedding day was simply perfect from start to finish, and that was due in no small part to the wedding planners Alison and Claire who worked tirelessly on the day to ensure everyone (and we mean EVERYONE) was happy. Everyone at Craig-y-Nos is passionate about the castle, and equally that those who stay there get to feel that it is as much theirs as anyone's. The rooms are furnished to a high standard (even some of the lower priced rooms have genuine period furniture) in an effort to maintain a level of faithfulness to the fabric of the building itself. With stunning views from just about every side of the castle, and an expansive country park next door, breathtaking is one word that is certainly not wasted here. Do we like Craig-y-Nos, it's setting, and it's staff? No. We love it, and them, more than any other place we have stayed (and there have been a LOT!) If you are looking for somewhere to stay with a little more than your average hotel, look no further. We're sure you'll love it too.
Mrs S S   10-06-07 It was my wedding and the Castle was definitely the best place to have it.  All my guests commented on how lovely the Castle was and the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.  Nothing was too much trouble and we really enjoyed our day. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you for a really memorable day.
29 May 2007... Debi I cannot reiterate how fantastic our whole experience was, the food was complimented by every guest and there was not a single complaint from anyone during the whole event. I got married at Craig Y Nos in March and it was fantastic-they allowed me to choose the wedding meals which a lot of places don't, we settled for a three choice menu which included cray fish and smoked salmon, local venison, salt marsh lamb, and homemade lemon tart-all the food was of the highest standard and not one guest had a single complaint. Ignore the reviews saying it is not a good place-sure its a little shabby in places but after all is is a castle and if you want spik and span then go to a modern hotel but you certainly wouldn't get the same tranquility and romance of this place, nor the personal touch that the staff give you. 
 Mr & Mrs LJ  May 07 We currently live in Ireland now and it was very hard to arrange everything from over there, however Alison and all the staff made this really easy for me and accommodated us all the way. Even to the point of Alison staying on until gone 10pm one night to meet with us as we were on a flying trip to Wales.Being a Welsh girl I had visited a number of venues to hold my dream wedding, however I found a lot of them to be over priced and run by unapproachable, cold staff!!! We contemplated going away to get married, however we fell upon Craig y Nos and both myself and Husband fell in love with the castle and surrounding straight away. Also it brought back a lot of memories for my husband who used to play around there when he was young.Our food was  perfect  my family and husband’s family thoroughly enjoyed it and we all felt full after our Welsh feast of Roast beef and welsh cake trifle!!  Every one of my wedding guests has commented on how wonderful everything was and I urge you to visit the Castle yourself! You won’t be disappointed.
Mr & Mrs HDR 14-4-07 We had our wedding at the castle on Saturday 14th April 2007 and it was the most wonderful day. Alison, the wedding coordinator, was a star from the moment we first visited the venue and was especially good with my dad who got a bit emotional on more than one occasion! All of our guests were enchanted by the venue and a fabulous day was had by all. We chose the castle for the unique setting but also for the informal and relaxed atmosphere. We didn't want our wedding to be a military style procession so we appreciated the quirks and the down-to-earth friendliness of the place. If you want uniforms then perhaps the more monochrome surroundings of one of the UK 's chain hotels might be more up your street. The bridal suite had an unusual serenity about it - perhaps because it was once Adelina Patti's chapel. A great place for nervous brides to get ready!
Mrs D   31-01-07 We got married at craig-y-nos on 31st January 2007 and it was the best day of our lives. this was all down to the staff at the castle. they are the most friendly, relaxed, accommodating people, and will do anything for you. When I first met with the wedding co-ordinators i was blown away by their professionalism and experience. they gave me so many ideas for my wedding day, but at the same time allowed me the freedom to have the day exactly as I wanted it, even down to putting candles all over the opera theatre (even though it is grade 1 listed!) the theatre is so beautiful and charming; all of my guests were taken aback by it. it is the most unique place to get married. My only complaint was that I didn't see any ghosts!
Mr & Mrs Di-C  21.12.06 My Husband and I got married on 21st December 2006 at Craig Y Nos and it was everything I dreamed it would be. All of my guests have since told me that it was the best setting of wedding they have been to, as night fell I walked down the aisle into the theatre, the staff had excelled themselves and decorated the theatre with twinkling fairy lights and christmas trees, mulled wine welcomed my guests who admittedly were cold in the theatre but for such an old building is to be expected. The food was a traditional cooked dinner which was lovely, and a small buffet later on was exactly what I wanted. From start to finish Alison the wedding coordinator did everything that I wanted and there was never a problem, she was a diamond on the day calming mine and my husband nerves!  The Suite was great, ok so I've stayed in plusher rooms in other parts of the world but for my wedding day I didn't want a boring, impersonal function suite in a hotel, I wanted family and friends to relax in charming surroundings and they sure did!!!!  Sitting by the log fire watching the boys bringing the logs in from the frosty gardens, we felt a million miles from the outside world, the staff never rush you out, even at 3 in the morning when trying to get the Best man and Bridesmaid to drink up so the staff can go home!
Michael and Katharine White.  

                                          09/11/2006 

To the Management and all the Staff, On behalf of our daughter and new son in law, Owen and Rebecca Burn ( nee White ) and of ourselves, we would like to thank you for providing such a wonderful day for the wedding reception on October 20th. The service was excellent, the food delicious and the atmosphere of the whole evening was everything we had hoped for. All our guests commented on the wonderful environment and we had many who said that this was the best reception they had attended. I hope that many will return the satisfaction questionnaire you sent out but, in case they don't I would like to pass on the following as the most frequent comment we heard. " Craig Y Nos provides an unparalleled venue for such an event. In your renovation programme, I hope they do not turn it into a standard hotel; it was the slight eccentricity which endeared it to us all." We would like to thank all the staff, from Alyson and Jason to everyone with whom we came in contact. They all went that little bit further to make our experience memorable whether it was serving at table or at the bar, repairing our damaged cake or offering help to a motorist with no petrol. We felt as if we were family guests in a country house.  
17th Oct 2006, Cardiff We had our wedding at Craig-y-Nos Castle and we couldn't have chosen a better venue! The staff work extremely hard and were always friendly and happy to help, the food was superb and good value for money and although some of the accommodation is a little rough around the edges, what do you expect from an old building which is still being restored to its former glory!

Compared to the majority of wedding venues we looked at, the wedding packages and accommodation prices are very reasonable and they are flexible in meeting your requirements. All of our guests are still raving about what a special place it was and set in such beautiful surroundings....and where else can you get married in a Grade One listed Opera House!!

Ms H.G.    24.06.2006

Excellent.  The best day of our lives.  The chef catered for everyone superbly. Service from the staff was above and beyond our expectations. The accommodation was superb quality for money. A credit to all those who work there. A big thank you to Alison and all those involved, who made it a brilliant day.
Ms C.P.    10.06.2006 Excellent.  The most enjoyable day of our lives. The eve of the wedding in the gate house was lovely and relaxed.  The bridal suite was wonderful.  We had breakfast in the gorgeous bath looking at the lovely view! All our guest have taken time to call/write to say what a wonderful wedding.  The food was absolutely fabulous. Thank you so much.
Ms E.S..    02.05.2006 Excellent.  It was a great day.  The food was excellent, the accommodation and amenities were excellent, very clean.  The Castle is fabulous!  Thank you - everyone had a great time.
Ms H.W.   27.04.2006 Excellent.  Thank you very much for the warm welcome and excellent service provided by all members of staff. 
Ms A.L.     15.04.2006 Excellent.  All our guests were very pleased with the food. All the staff worked very hard to make sure it all went smoothly. We had a wonderful wedding. Many thanks.
Mr K.T.     21.01.2006 Excellent.  Our wedding organizer was fantastic, she made our day very special. She was extremely kind and highly efficient. The food was fantastic, the best lamb dinner I've ever had.  Thanks.
Ms H.C.    29.12.2005 Excellent.  Our day was perfect. It felt very different from a chain hotel, there were no rules and regulations just for the sake of it. The Castle felt really individual. We were able to have every aspect of our day exactly as we wanted it, and that was so important to us.
Mr A.R.     27.10.2005 Excellent.  The staff were patient and caring.  The standard of food was excellent, each of our guests commented how wonderful the food was in the day and night. The day went too fast!
Mr J.H.      22.10.2005 Good. Excellent service, we felt really looked after.  We have an absolutely fantastic day. We, and all the guests, haven't stopped talking about it since. Really beautiful building in a lovely location.
Ms K.L.     20.08.2005 Excellent.  Steve was excellent, very professional and friendly.  He made our day run smoothly.
Mr M.S.     21.06.2005 Excellent. The food was sumptuous, the staff  were happy and helpful. The bridal suite was sumptuous. Thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you.  Our reception was the bees knees!
Ms A.J.      01.06.2005 Excellent.  We couldn't have had a better day anywhere else.  Our day was beautiful and stress free. The staff were very helpful to all our guests and ourselves.  The choice and service of food was superb. The facilities are excellent,  although it rained on our big day we still had plenty to see and do. We are thankful to you all.
Ms S.J.      18.12.2004 Excellent.  Our wedding day at Craig-y-Nos was so perfect. The food was everything we'd hoped for. It's somewhere so special, the feeling of history there is unique. It's always been a special place to me.
Mrs K.V.   28.11.2004 Excellent.  The Castle was the perfect choice for our wedding.  We were married in the beautiful opera house. I cannot think of a more romantic venue.  The staff made it feel very special. We have since been back with our dogs for short winter breaks.  The staff make us feel so welcome, and we feel at home there. We are looking forward to returning again.
Ms C.H.    22.10.2004 Excellent.  Our meal was outstanding, especially the leek and potato soup.  We were made to feel very welcome, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were finished to a very high standard. The day was perfect and we wouldn't change any of it.
Ms A.J.     17.07.2004 Excellent.  The day was unforgettable.  Photos of our wedding taken in the castle and grounds are really gorgeous. We have returned on many occasions.  We love the castle.
Mrs B.C.   23.12.2006 The food was superb. Thoroughly enjoyed everything - perfect. Amazing - a wonderful experience-real magic - thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and night.
Mrs B E      5.12.2006 Lovely friendly service. Everyone was lovely and helpful. Loved the theatre and views. Loved the newsletters and will be returning for another stay.
 Mr W G     8.12.2006 First class cuisine. Well presented and tasted superb. Very polite and attentive at all times. Will be returning with a party of friends soon.
Mrs T W   16.12.2006 Really pleased with the way we were looked after day and night. We didn't need to worry about a thing. It was all under control.  Thank you. We had a perfect wedding.
 Mrs E M  13.12.2006  Food was all freshly cooked and a very accommodating chef. Service was very personal and friendly. The wedding was fantastic.
Mr RH      21.12.2006 Both lunch and food in the wedding were very nice. A thoroughly good day and night, just before Christmas. Am looking to coming back to stay in future.
Mrs JJ      15-12-2006 The staff were fantastic. Very helpful and most of all very relaxed. The room in which we stayed was far beyond our expectations. There was no fuss everyone was very relaxed and helpful when needed. The room was great and the bar entertainment was great.

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