What is your capacity

For ceremonies and dining, we can host up to 110 guests. In the evening, you can extend your celebrations to 150 guests.

is there disabled access

Yes, disabled access is available through the main public areas – these are the spaces that are used for weddings at Rowton Castle. As a historic castle, some areas are limited, for example: we do not have a lift, and all bedrooms are located on the first and second floors.

Are You Dog Friendly

We welcome dogs to be part of your ceremony and to stay for photographs. After this, we kindly ask that they are collected and taken home so you can enjoy the rest of your celebrations.

is there a church on site

There is no church on site, but we can provide details of local churches if you are planning a religious ceremony. The closest is St Michael and All Angels Church, Alberbury, just five minutes away by car, with several other beautiful options nearby. We can also recommend trusted shuttle companies to make guest transport smooth and stress-free.

is there enough parking

Yes, we have a private car park with 70 spaces available for your guests.

can I have a civil ceremony at rowton

You have three beautiful ceremony locations to choose from:
– The Linden Belvedere, nestled within the castle gardens, accommodates up to 110 guests outdoors.
– The Cardeston Suite, inside the castle, holds up to 110 guests.
– The Jaci Vianna Room offers a more intimate setting for up to 12 guests.

can i have my ceremony outside

Yes. The Linden Belvedere provides an outdoor ceremony space with views across the Shropshire countryside, surrounded by English garden roses. Chairs and a signing table are provided. If you choose an outdoor ceremony, we also prepare an indoor backup space in case of poor weather.

Is There a Contingency for Bad Weather

Always. If you are planning an outdoor ceremony, we will also prepare an indoor ceremony space as a backup so everything can run smoothly, whatever the weather.

can i use a celebrant or have a blessing at rowton

Yes. You are welcome to book your own celebrant, and we are happy to recommend some. Once booked, we coordinate everything else on the day as usual.

who organises the registrar or celebrant

Yes. You are welcome to book your own celebrant, and we are happy to recommend some. Once booked, we coordinate everything else on the day as usual.

can i have two ceremonies on my wedding day

Yes. Many couples choose to have a legal ceremony followed by a celebrant-led ceremony or blessing by a member of their church. With exclusive use of the castle, the day is entirely yours and we will work with you on the timeline of your day to ensure a lovely flow from one part of the celebration to the next.

What’s Included When I Book rowton for a Wedding

At Rowton Castle, we make planning effortless by including everything you need for a seamless celebration. Your booking includes exclusive use of the castle and grounds, bridal party accommodation the night before, and the Honeymoon Suite on your wedding night. All ceremony and reception spaces are included, along with tables, chairs, linen, crockery, glassware and cutlery. You’ll also have dedicated wedding coordination, use of the grounds for photography, and thoughtful extras such as a cake stand, cake knife, easels and a post box – all taken care of so you can simply enjoy your day.

Who Will Look After Us Once We’ve Booked

Once booked, you will plan your wedding with our experienced Wedding Office team. Closer to the date, detailed planning meetings will ensure everything is arranged as you wish.

What Happens on the Wedding Day

On the day itself, our Operations team will oversee your celebration. A dedicated Duty Manager will direct guests, announce speeches, and ensure your wedding runs smoothly and according to plan.

Do You Provide a Master of Ceremonies

Yes. Your dedicated Duty Manager will act as master of ceremonies on the day, directing guests and coordinating key moments such as speeches. 

Do You Have Wedding Packages

Yes. For the next 6–12 months, we offer a Late Availability package based on 40 guests (minimum), including food, drinks, a photographer, and a DJ. For dates beyond this timeframe, you can build and tailor your day to your requirements.

can i change or remove elements of a package

We aim to be as flexible as possible. Some dates and packages require minimum guest numbers, but beyond this we are happy to tailor a package to suit your requirements.

what if i have more or fewer guests than the package numbers

The Late Availability package requires a minimum of 40 guests. You can increase numbers up to 110 during the day and 150 in the evening. If you expect fewer than 40 guests, we can create a package based on our venue hire pricing. 

Do You Offer Payment Plans

Yes, we can discuss staggered payment options with you, helping you to spread the cost comfortably in the lead-up to your wedding day. 

Is There Flexibility With Food & Drink Options

There is plenty of flexibility. Our kitchen can create something bespoke, or you can choose from three food menus, three drinks packages, and a variety of evening food options. From wood-fired pizzas to street food or a five-course meal, we are happy to discuss your ideas.

Do You Offer Menu Tastings

Yes. We host regular tasting events called our “Wedding Experience.” At around 6 months prior to your day, you’ll be invited to attend one of these special events to sample your menu and continue planning your day.

Is There a Children’s Menu

Yes, we offer a variety of children’s menu options.

CAn we Have Live Music or a Band

Yes, we’re very flexible with live music. We require suppliers to provide PAT testing certification and public liability insurance documentation.

Please do be aware that if a band is chosen for your evening celebrations, that access for set-up will depend entirely on guest numbers and how you choose to use the Cardeston Suite. We can help you with this bit. Some bands will take longer than others to set up; this is often due to levels of equipment – and we will ask for this information before we are able to work through timings and set up opportunities with you.

If a band is chosen, we recommend that they have no more than 3 members and are also able to provide DJ services for during their down time. This will mean more space for dancing!

Do You Allow Fireworks

Unfortunately, we’re unable to permit fireworks due to the surrounding wildlife and nearby farms.

What Time Does the Wedding day Need to Finish

The bar closes at midnight. After this, the lounges remain accessible for you and your guests – the castle is exclusively yours to enjoy.

do you provide any decor

We have a house florist and provide floral arrangements in the Reception and Lounge areas. We also supply cake stands, a cake knife, easels for signage, and a post box for cards. Decorative styling beyond this is left to you, so you can personalise the castle to match your theme.

do you allow candles

Yes, candles are permitted as long as they are placed in suitable containers such as tealight holders or candlesticks. Candles are not allowed on fireplace mantelpieces to protect the interiors.

can i have confetti

Yes, real or dried petal confetti is allowed and must be thrown outside against the castle backdrop. Our preference is always that real petals are sourced via your chosen florist for the day, and that dried options are purchased from Shropshire Petals.

do you have a suppliers list and do we have to use them

We provide a recommended suppliers list, but you are not required to use them.

what time can my suppliers arrive to set up

Suppliers can usually access the main function rooms from around 7:30am for setup. The Rowton Castle team will lay your tables according to your agreed plan, discussed during your planning meetings.

how many guests can stay overnight

The castle’s accommodation is exclusively reserved for you and your guests. There are 19 individually decorated bedrooms, accommodating up to 43 guests overnight.

is accommodation included in the hire cost

The Honeymoon Suite is included in the hire cost. The remaining bedrooms are reserved for your wedding party, and guests pay for their rooms upon check-in.

can we stay the night before our wedding

The wedding party can stay in our ‘Night Before’ party house the evening before the wedding, which sleeps up to six guests. If there is no wedding taking place the day before, it may also be possible for guests to stay in the castle bedrooms. We will confirm availability closer to your date.

where can additional guests stay

We are happy to recommend nearby hotels, inns, and B&Bs.

is early check in an option

Yes. Up to four bedrooms can be guaranteed ready from 12pm instead of 1pm, at a charge of £20 per room.

when can we visit

Viewing appointments are available throughout the week, subject to event availability. You can book in here: https://rowtoncastle.com/viewing/ or contact the team at weddings@rowtoncastle.com.

can we hold a date before our visit

Of course. We are more than happy to hold a date prior to a viewing, and for up to 5 days following.

how do we make a booking

To confirm your date, we require a £500 deposit along with signed terms and conditions.

If you have any further questions or would like to chat through your plans, please don’t hesitate to contact our Wedding Office team at weddings@rowtoncastle.com – we’re always happy to help.