The Complete Castle Wedding Venue Rental Guide
Are you planning to tie the knot in a castle wedding venue? Magical wedding venues like these offer a special charm and elegance that's hard to come by elsewhere.
Whether you're planning an intimate wedding affair to emulate the historic hotel setting of the Waldorf Astoria Hotel or Oheka Castle or hope for an unforgettable experience in a castle rivaling Ashford Castle, Boldt Castle, or Whitby Castle, Giggster can help you find the perfect venue.
We offer venues for castle weddings with a rose garden, crystal chandeliers, heart-shaped staircase, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Do you want an old-fashioned great hall for your grand entrance? You've got it! Consider booking a location with a French-style ballroom to exchange vows, complete with stained glass windows and manicured gardens.
Castle wedding venues on the Giggster app are large inspirational spaces for hosting big wedding parties—luxurious settings abound! From intimate weddings with a grand wedding reception to weekend-long affairs with cocktail parties and live music nights, your dream nuptials are within reach.
Castle Wedding Venues Curated by Giggster
Your wedding day will be filled with memory-making opportunities, and Giggster can help you find castle wedding venues to commemorate your special day with style. Let's look at how easily you can achieve your dream nuptials. Searching the Giggster app for sensational places to get married is the best place to start!
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How would you like to exchange vows in a luxurious mansion? These venues are often used for filming TV series and movies, but you can also hold weddings there. Mansions offer plenty of natural light, stunning interiors, and sprawling lawns.
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Botanical gardens or English gardens also create beautiful wedding surroundings. Host a smaller celebration nested in the gardens on the venue grounds and then a wedding reception indoors.
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Choose a castle wedding venue with gorgeous Atlantic ocean views and hold the ceremony on the first floor overlooking the sea.
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Select a wedding location with a beautiful backdrop (picture Long Island Sound or the Burrard Inlet). Or plan your day at a wedding venue that rivals Sands Point Preserve from The Great Gatsby or Skylands Manor. Just imagine the photos you'll get!
Incredible Castle Wedding Venues Start at £15/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Fairy tale castle wedding venues are hard to come by, but not when you have the option of 358 magical Giggster locations. We have listings starting at £15/hour, so you can have a wedding with lush gardens and indoor and outdoor spaces.
Hassle-Free Booking: We make searching for both a hometown or a destination wedding easy. Book your fairytale wedding venue instantly on the Giggster app. The best part is that we offer filters so you can select the best castle wedding venues per your requirements.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Don't want to get married on the chosen date after all? We offer free cancellations within 24 hours of confirmation as long as you made your booking at least 48 hours before the event.
Platform Protections: Don't let details cloud your day. Book a sensational property like Majestic Events Venue for Celebrations in Goole and opt for the add-on platform protections, including liability insurance.
The Best Castle Wedding Venues
Whether you're considering a setting with the Blue Ridge mountains as the backdrop or something like the Oheka Castle in Huntington or Castle Gould, Giggster offers 358 gorgeous spaces for you to choose from. Decorate these venues as you want or leave them as they are to create unforgettable memories with your significant other.
Retro Vintage Homes – Unforgettable Castle Weddings. Imagine a unique home in a historic district. You can have ornate doors, french windows, and a front porch for your wedding.
Mansions – Luxury Mixed with Fun. Perhaps your dream wedding setting is a Gothic castle-like structure. You can opt for a haunted mansion with old-fashioned fireplaces and wooden flooring. Enjoy a Butler's pantry and Tiffany lamp fixtures as you host the wedding of the year!
Rooftops – Party Under the Stars. Did you know you can have a castle-like experience in the heart of Los Angeles? The Giggster app offers lovely rooftop settings with food service, lighting, and all the amenities you need to host a beautiful wedding.
Chateaus – All Inclusive Packages. You can book a French château in New Jersey full of opulence. With soaring ceilings and an extravagant, over-the-top entryway, you can make an entrance that will get you Insta-worthy pictures of the wedding and ceremony.
Apartments – Indulgent Venues. If you want the feel of a castle but want to host it in an apartment-style venue, Giggster offers classic pre-war apartments with period pieces, stunning foyer, and needlepoint carpeting. Venues like these have plenty of character and can be used as is, without needing additional decor—just a few lights, and you'll be ready.
Top Features to Look for in Castle Wedding Venues
Before signing off on a fairy tale castle wedding location, it's best to consider whether the location suits all your requirements. Do you want something like a Pythian castle with Carthage limestone? How about something similar to Joslyn Castle with its exceptionally high ceilings?
What architectural style do you want? If you're looking for a Gothic revival, a classic postmodern shouldn't be what you book. If you want a grand ballroom with crystal chandeliers for the first dance, ensure your fairytale space has it before you put down the money.
Can you decorate the venue? Many historic venues do not allow renters to make changes to the decor. If you have specific requirements, it's best to get your doubts cleared before booking the wedding venue.
Consider lighting and audio-visual equipment. While most of the venues on the Giggster app are modernized, you should check that the venue's wiring is compatible with the latest technology and lighting equipment. You do not want last-minute issues with the sound and lighting.
Planning Your Castle Wedding
Your big day is an extremely important occasion. Hire event planners to help with planning and managing the entire venue and the guest movement. However, if it's an intimate celebration, you could plan the whole event yourself. We can help with a few tips.
Budget Carefully – When you plan the budget, ensure you cover everything possible. Remember to account for the venue rental, event rentals like furniture and tents (if you're planning an outdoor ceremony), seating and standing space for guests, catering, and entertainment.
Choose the Right Castle Venue – Your castle venue should be what impresses your guests. Plan the theme around the venue, and you won't go wrong with the decor and planning. Choosing the right venue depends upon your guest list—fewer guests means a smaller venue, while a grand celebration means a sprawling venue.
Incorporate Local History – Giggster offers 358 stunning castle venues, each with its own history. When you're planning the nuptials and reception, incorporate the history of the castle venue to make your celebration grand.
Consider the Logistics – Some historic venues are slightly remote and not close to public transport. You may have to organize transportation and accommodation for your guests.
Castle Wedding Hidden Costs
Once you've decided on the wedding venue, work out your wedding day budget. Many people forget to account for the following expenses, which can creep up on them unannounced. We can help you identify a few.
Have you thought about the setup and breakdown costs?
Castel venues are usually quite large, which means extensive setup and breakdowns after the ceremony. You may also need to hire professionals so they can skillfully set up the decor without damaging the historic site. Remember to budget for the cost of equipment, installations, and labor so you are prepared.
Consider the venue surcharge.
Before finalizing the venue, check whether the host tacks on a venue surcharge at the end. Some venues do not allow external vendors on the premises, and you may have to pay a premium surcharge and fee to use your preferred caterers, decorators, and entertainers.
What about the historical preservation fees?
Many historical venues charge preservation fees for hosting events. These fees are usually charged for the upkeep of the castle but can cause a major imbalance in your budget. It's best to check with the host beforehand so you can budget accordingly.
Plan Your Castle Wedding with Giggster
With Giggster, you can get a castle venue at a fantastic price. We offer beautiful event spaces that suit all celebrations, including weddings and receptions. Use the Giggster app to select these luxurious locations and book your dream wedding space.
