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Clearwell, Forest of Dean, GL16 8LG

Clearwell Castle is set within the stunning Forest of Dean and provides the perfect fairy tale setting for your wedding day dreams to come true. Located in Gloucestershire it is just 20 minutes from the Severn Crossing and 45 minutes from Bristol, Cheltenham and Gloucester making it easily accessible from all directions.
The magnificent Ballroom is licensed for civil ceremonies and boasts a 75ft aisle allowing the Bride to really make an entrance. The Ballroom offers a unique and serene setting that is usually only found in churches created by the ornate leaded glass windows and Dias at one end. For sunnier days the Terrace provides a stunning setting for an outdoor ceremony.
The Ballroom can also seat up to 160 people for the wedding breakfast and there are several other grand and elegant reception rooms for your guests to enjoy. As the entire house and grounds are exclusively yours you can also invite up to 250 guests for the evening wedding reception and party.
There are 15 beautiful bedrooms within the Castle and grounds which are reserved exclusively for you on your wedding night ensuring the perfect end to your perfect day at Clearwell Castle. There are also beautiful properties within the grounds for the Bridal party and Groomsmen to stay in the night before the big day. If one day is simply not enough, why not upgrade to one of Clearwell Castle’s Two Day Weddings?!
The photograph opportunities are endless and will create lasting memories of your special day. Clearwell Castle is winner of Wedding Ideas Magazine ‘Best Wedding Venue’ in 2010 and 2012 and it is easy to see why!
If you are looking for the dream wedding at a magnificent venue then Clearwell Castle is the one. Please contact us directly for details of our all-inclusive wedding packages.


Testimonials for Clearwell Castle Testimonials for Clearwell Castle
Wayne & Lizzie

"Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication throughout our wedding. We had the best day ever! Everything was perfect. The staff were fantastic – a real hats off to everyone involved."

Wayne & Lizzie, Married in January 2018


Harry & Lynne

"Just a note to emphasise to you how pleased we were with our wedding, As far as we were concerned it was a perfect occasion and our guests agreed that it was a wonderful day in a perfect setting. This was in no small part down to your hard work, expertise and calm guilding hand. We are so grateful for all you did to make the day so memorable. Please convey our thanks to all the staff"

Harry & Lynne, Married in November 2017


Simon & Stephanie

"We got married here on the 20th November. Our day went perfectly, the Castle team go above and beyond to ensure that the Bride, Groom and guests are all happy. A huge thank you to Aimee, we were so lucky to have her as our wedding coordinator – amazing. The Castle and it’s grounds we fell in love with when we first viewed in 2016, it simply speaks for itself. All our guests comme"

Simon & Stephanie, Married in November 2017