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Price: £2,750 – £9,000
Guests: 130
Bedrooms: 14
Deals available: 3
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (3)
Description
Description
💫 De Courceys Manor
Exclusive-use weddings. Incredible food. A venue that actually feels like yours.
Just outside Cardiff, hidden amongst the countryside, De Courceys Manor is one of South Wales’ most loved exclusive-use wedding venues.
No multiple weddings.
No strangers wandering around.
No conveyor belt feel.
Just one wedding, one dedicated team, and a manor completely yours for the day.
From outdoor ceremonies in the Secret Garden to candlelit dining, packed dancefloors and late-night pizza, De Courceys is designed for couples who want a wedding that feels stylish, personal and genuinely unforgettable.
🤍 Why Couples Choose De Courceys
Exclusive-use manor and gardens
Award-winning in-house food that guests still talk about years later
Indoor and outdoor ceremony options
Luxury on-site accommodation including our Wedding Apartment and countryside cottages
A family-run team known for going above and beyond
Relaxed luxury without the stiffness
Only 15 minutes from Cardiff City Centre
✨ The De Courceys Experience
We believe the best weddings don’t feel overproduced.
They feel effortless.
That’s why everything at De Courceys is handled in-house by an experienced team who genuinely care about the details, the atmosphere and the people in the room.
Whether you’re planning a huge celebration, an intimate wedding or something completely your own, our team will help shape a day that feels like you from start to finish.
🍴 Food Matters Here
Food is a huge part of the De Courceys experience.
Every menu is created by our in-house chefs using fresh local ingredients, with restaurant-quality dining at the heart of every wedding we host.
Beautiful food.
Generous portions.
Service that flows seamlessly.
No bland wedding meals here.
💍 Wedding Options
The Manor Edit
Luxury short-lead weddings with selected remaining 2026 dates.
The Serene Collection
Elegant weekday weddings with all the De Courceys atmosphere.
Bespoke Weddings
Build a completely personalised experience with flexible food, drinks and styling options.
✨ Book A Private Viewing
The photos are beautiful.
The atmosphere is even better in person.
Come and experience the food, the spaces and the feeling that makes couples fall in love with De Courceys Manor.
2026/2027 availability is now limited.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Rachel Dancey
I’m Rachel, Managing Director here at De Courceys Manor. As a family-run venue, we pour our hearts into every wedding. From your first visit to your last dance, my team and I will be right beside you, making sure every moment feels effortless, personal, and beautifully made. Welcome to the De Courceys family. 🤍
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
20
Overview of De Courceys Manor
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
130
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
14
Sleeps No. of People
36
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Confetti permitted
Dancefloor available
Wedding license
Sound system available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Sparklers permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet friendly
Disabled access
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Marquee permitted
Wedding Catering
External catering permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Asian catering
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Halal catering
Alcohol license
Kosher catering
Vegan catering
Western / European
Bar
Mediterranean
Hog Roast
Cultural Specialists
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Other
Pricing for De Courceys Manor
Pricing for De Courceys Manor
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Day before set up available
Multiple course wedding breakfast
💍 What’s Included at De Courceys Manor
At De Courceys Manor, luxury comes naturally, and it’s all part of the price.
Our weddings include everything you need for an effortlessly elegant celebration:
✨ Bespoke menus designed by our award-winning chefs, created entirely around your tastes.
✨ All tableware and linens, including crisp white cloths, linen napkins, sparkling glassware, crockery, and cutlery.
✨ Finishing touches like our cake stand and knife, stylish easels for your signage, and the use of our beautifully dressed spaces.
✨ Exclusive use of the Manor, gardens, and ceremony areas, it’s all yours for the day.
✨ Dedicated coordination from our experienced team who make everything run seamlessly (and joyfully!).
Think five-star elegance without the five-star price tag, with food, service, and style that’ll have your guests talking long after the last dance.
💫 Your day. Your style. Beautifully made at De Courceys Manor.
Hide detailsReviews (29)
- BBelinda Williams15/10/2025They gave my daughter the fairy-tale she deservedThey gave my daughter the fairy-tale she deservedAs a mum, you just want your daughter’s wedding to be perfect, and De Courceys delivered perfection in every way. From the moment we arrived, the team were warm, organised and genuinely cared about every tiny detail. The food was phenomenal, the service flawless, and the venue itself… breath-taking. Having the whole manor to ourselves made it feel intimate and magical. It truly was the fairy-tale wedding she’d always dreamed of.As a mum, you just want your daughter’s wedding to be perfect, and De Courceys delivered perfection in every way. From the moment we arrived, the team were warm, organised and genuinely cared about every tiny detail. The food was phenomenal, the service flawless, and the venue itself… breath-taking. Having the whole manor to ourselves made it feel intimate and magical. It truly was the fairy-tale wedding she’d always dreamed of.
- KKevin Evans15/10/2025The food alone deserves six starThe food alone deserves six starAs parents of the groom, we were blown away by De Courceys. The setting, the service, the atmosphere, everything was flawless. But the food! We’re still talking about it months later. The canapés, the wedding breakfast, even the late-night buffet, every bite was perfection. You could see how much pride the chefs and staff took in everything they served. It’s rare to find a venue that gets it all so right, but De Courceys truly does.As parents of the groom, we were blown away by De Courceys. The setting, the service, the atmosphere, everything was flawless. But the food! We’re still talking about it months later. The canapés, the wedding breakfast, even the late-night buffet, every bite was perfection. You could see how much pride the chefs and staff took in everything they served. It’s rare to find a venue that gets it all so right, but De Courceys truly does.
- PPeter Davies15/10/2025We were treated like royalty...We were treated like royalty...From the moment we stepped through the doors, we knew our daughter’s wedding was in the best possible hands. The team at De Courceys were professional, warm, and so genuinely caring. The venue looked breath-taking, every corner was picture-perfect, and the food was absolutely first-class. We couldn’t believe the quality that came from an in-house kitchen team. Our family felt like royalty for the day, and our daughter couldn’t stop smiling.From the moment we stepped through the doors, we knew our daughter’s wedding was in the best possible hands. The team at De Courceys were professional, warm, and so genuinely caring. The venue looked breath-taking, every corner was picture-perfect, and the food was absolutely first-class. We couldn’t believe the quality that came from an in-house kitchen team. Our family felt like royalty for the day, and our daughter couldn’t stop smiling.
- BBryn Jones15/10/2025Service like this is rare these daysService like this is rare these daysOur son and daughter-in-law chose De Courceys for their wedding, and from the moment we arrived we understood why. Every single member of staff treated us like family. The food was out of this world, beautifully presented and full of flavour, not your average wedding meal. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Everything ran seamlessly and the attention to detail was unreal. It’s a very special place, run by very special people.Our son and daughter-in-law chose De Courceys for their wedding, and from the moment we arrived we understood why. Every single member of staff treated us like family. The food was out of this world, beautifully presented and full of flavour, not your average wedding meal. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Everything ran seamlessly and the attention to detail was unreal. It’s a very special place, run by very special people.
- JJake and Sarah15/10/2025It was a five-star wedding mixed with family warmthIt was a five-star wedding mixed with family warmthDe Courceys has this amazing balance, luxurious and professional, but with the heart of a family-run venue. Rachel, Lewis and the team were just incredible. You can tell they care deeply about every couple. The apartment, the gardens, the food, the staff, everything was beyond our expectations. It wasn’t just a wedding day; it was a full-on experience we’ll treasure forever.De Courceys has this amazing balance, luxurious and professional, but with the heart of a family-run venue. Rachel, Lewis and the team were just incredible. You can tell they care deeply about every couple. The apartment, the gardens, the food, the staff, everything was beyond our expectations. It wasn’t just a wedding day; it was a full-on experience we’ll treasure forever.
- JJamie & Cam15/10/2025Elegant, effortless and completely unforgettableElegant, effortless and completely unforgettableEverything about De Courceys oozes class, from the décor to the gardens to the people who run it. It’s stylish without trying too hard. We had a summer wedding and the Secret Garden ceremony was honestly breath-taking. The staff were pros at keeping the day running smoothly while letting us soak it all in. It’s the kind of place you fall in love with the second you walk in.Everything about De Courceys oozes class, from the décor to the gardens to the people who run it. It’s stylish without trying too hard. We had a summer wedding and the Secret Garden ceremony was honestly breath-taking. The staff were pros at keeping the day running smoothly while letting us soak it all in. It’s the kind of place you fall in love with the second you walk in.
- KKate and Gwen15/10/2025Exclusive use made it feel like our own manor houseExclusive use made it feel like our own manor houseThere’s something so special about knowing it’s just you and your guests, no strangers, no awkward overlaps, just pure luxury and privacy. We spent the night before in the Pamper and Prep Suite with my bridal party and it set the tone perfectly. The next morning was all excitement, music and prosecco, everything flowed so beautifully. De Courceys really is Wales’ hidden gem.There’s something so special about knowing it’s just you and your guests, no strangers, no awkward overlaps, just pure luxury and privacy. We spent the night before in the Pamper and Prep Suite with my bridal party and it set the tone perfectly. The next morning was all excitement, music and prosecco, everything flowed so beautifully. De Courceys really is Wales’ hidden gem.
- JJames and Sarah15/10/2025The team made wedding planning feel fun!The team made wedding planning feel fun!From the first tour to the last dance, nothing was too much trouble. The De Courceys team felt like family, calm, funny, and totally on it. They somehow turned our Pinterest chaos into the most perfect day ever. The place looked stunning, the service was seamless, and it all just felt effortless. If you want zero stress and total magic, this is the place.From the first tour to the last dance, nothing was too much trouble. The De Courceys team felt like family, calm, funny, and totally on it. They somehow turned our Pinterest chaos into the most perfect day ever. The place looked stunning, the service was seamless, and it all just felt effortless. If you want zero stress and total magic, this is the place.
- TTom and Fi15/10/2025Our guests still talk about the food - months later!Our guests still talk about the food - months later!I've never tasted wedding food like it. Every plate of food was devoured. Our guests are still messaging about the sweet treats, the chocolate brownies were phenomenal! The chefs at De Courceys are geniuses, they made our day feel more like a Michelin-star experience.I've never tasted wedding food like it. Every plate of food was devoured. Our guests are still messaging about the sweet treats, the chocolate brownies were phenomenal! The chefs at De Courceys are geniuses, they made our day feel more like a Michelin-star experience.
- LLucy and Dom15/10/2025It felt like our own little world for the dayIt felt like our own little world for the dayWe honestly couldn't believe how private and personal the whole experience was. Having the entire manor to ourselves made it feel like a dream, just us, our loved ones, and the beautiful wooded backdrop. The staff were unreal, so warm and attentive without ever hovering. The food is awesome, I still dream about the lamb. De Courceys isn't just a venue, it now feels like family.We honestly couldn't believe how private and personal the whole experience was. Having the entire manor to ourselves made it feel like a dream, just us, our loved ones, and the beautiful wooded backdrop. The staff were unreal, so warm and attentive without ever hovering. The food is awesome, I still dream about the lamb. De Courceys isn't just a venue, it now feels like family.
Location & Contact Details for De Courceys Manor
Location & Contact Details for De Courceys Manor
Wedding Venue Address
Travel Notes
Keep an eye out for the large signs either side of the driveway - you can't miss us!
Nearest Town
Cardiff
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M4 J34
Nearest Train Station
Radyr
Nearest Airport
Cardiff
FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
We can't single one out...they are all fabulous! However, as a family owned business, one of our favourites was the wedding of co-owner Sarah and her husband Lewis (who is our Operations Manager!), it was the perfect Winter wedding - complete with snow!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Just be yourself - don't feel pressured into having a certain type of day just because you feel like you should.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
The DeLorean wedding car for the couple who loved the Back to the Future movies!
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Stunning, friendly, bespoke, unique, luxurious
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Under our starlit arbour at night, or The Secret Garden during golden hour.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
We can't say...discretion is important! Fun fact - both the BBC and S4C have filmed with us!
What’s your favourite canapé?
Smoked paprika and chestnut mushroom arancini, or the sausage wellington (it's a posh sausage roll!).
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Sparklers, or shots!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The stunning Secret Garden - perfect for outdoor ceremonies, drinks receptions and photo opportunities!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The Secret Garden - blood, sweat and tears doesn't cover it. 100% worth it in the end!
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