Castle Green
Kenilworth
Warwickshire
CV8 1NE
Contact
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Tel: 0844 858 0643
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FEATURES
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Venue
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Food and Drink
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Exclusive Use:
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Catering:
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External
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Civil Licence:
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Menu Choice:
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n/a
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Ceremony Capacity:
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50
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Drinks Licence
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Dining Capacity:
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20
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Supply your own wine:
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Evening Capacity:
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50
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Corkage applies:
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Marquee:
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Late Licence:
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Entertainment
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Accommodation
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Music Allowed:
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Yes
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Guest Accommodation:
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Dance floor:
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Honeymoon Suite:
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Space for entertainment:
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Bridal Preparations
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Other
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Wedding co-ordinator:
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Outside Area:
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PA System:
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Fireworks:
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Disabled Access:
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Typical venue hire*:
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£1500
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*based on a Saturday in peak season.
FULL DESCRIPTION
Kenilworth Castle is set in acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Warwickshire, overlooking wonderful English countryside.
Built in the 13th century, it has hosted royalty through the ages, including Edward II, Henry III and Henry V - who moved in fresh from victory over the French at the Battle of Agincourt.
But it is most associated with Queen Elizabeth I, who stayed in 1575 when she was famously romanced by the dashing Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. With spectacular pageantry, plays, music and dancing, Dudley lavishly wooed the ‘Virgin Queen’ within the walls and extensive grounds of Kenilworth Castle – but marriage was tragically never to be…
Five centuries on, the Gatehouse he built as a grand entrance for his Queen, has been newly restored by English Heritage and is now available for modern-day lovers to hire for weddings and receptions.
The octagonal turreted tower, surrounded by pretty Elizabethan gardens filled with flowers and topiary, still has an unmistakable air of romance.
A choice of two stunning ground floor rooms are available to hire for civil ceremonies and receptions for up to 50 guests and for intimate dinners for 20 people.
The fireplace room oozes character with its rich wooden panelling and enormous stone fireplace - topped with Dudley's very own coat of arms - acting as a striking focal point.
Adjoining the Fireplace Room is the Dining Room. A complete contrast, the Dining Room is light and airy with a large bay window framing the geometric picture outside formed by parterre patterns in lush green, dotted with colourful flowers.
In fine weather, the parterre garden outside the Gatehouse is a perfect setting for drinks before dining or for unique receptions with the castle buildings providing a picturesque historic backdrop.
- Historic castle set in acres of beautiful grounds<
- Newly restored by English Heritage
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