Plas Dinas Country House

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£575 - £5,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 120
10 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
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A 5* venue oozing in royal history and luxury design, former home of Lord Snowdon , set in 15 acres of exquisite grounds. Specialists in bespoke large marquee and intimate foodie weddings, known throughout the UK for their incredible reputation.
Plas Dinas Country House Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£575
Maximum Price
£5,000
The cost of a Civil Ceremony only (excluding Registrars Fees) at Plas Dinas Country House is £575.00 - £1000 depending on requirements. If you are to hold a full wedding celebration at Plas Dinas the exclusive use fee includes private hire of the venue for 2 days.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£44
Maximum Price
£110
We offer delicious wedding breakfasts from just £54.95pp with a range of menus available depending on the style of food required. This price would offer a choice of 3 course wedding breakfast, BBQ or 2 course Afternoon Tea menu. Prices then increase for a variety of catering options. With head chef and tv personality Daniel Ap Geraint on hand to create your very own taster menu. Our catering options come with a variety of prices and therefore very difficult to list everything.
What is included in this pricing:
Menu tasting included
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Cutlery included
Minimum numbers apply
Bespoke menu available

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£95
Maximum Price
£250

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£10,000
Maximum Price
£20,000
Number of Guests Included
70
Looking for a marquee celebration located in a historic country house boasting beautiful views and exquisite grounds? We offer bespoke packages available. Prices exclude marquee hire. All marquee weddings include 2 days of exclusive use including 10 luxury bedrooms and a two bedroom cottage. A full catering and drinks package is included. The purpose of this is to give you an idea as to the costs involved but each couple will receive a personalised wedding proposal. These prices do include bedrooms. Guests are welcome to pay for their own 2 night accommodation which we can manage in-house. Marquees are hired in addition to our packages through Peak Marquee Hire.
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Canapés included
Guest accommodation included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Plas Dinas Country House Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
159
No. of Bedrooms
10
Sleeps No. of People
20
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Water View
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence

Cultural Specialists

Other
Plas Dinas Country House Full Description
Nestled between the picturesque Snowdonia mountains and Irish sea, Grade II 5* Plas Dinas Country House is an award-winning, luxury wedding venue in Wales. Former home of Lord Snowdon, Husband of Princess Margaret it is full to the brim with style. During the summer months you can make the most of the 15 acres of exquisite grounds, with an outside drinks’ reception on the terrace with incredible views of the Menai and Llanddwyn Island (Lovers Island). Marquee weddings can take place between May - September. Plas Dinas work exclusively with Peak Marquee. You are advised to contact them to discuss prices for your bespoke marquee. They offer only a small number of packages with a real focus on bespoke weddings that is unique to you. Each day and personalised proposal is therefore very different & unique to you. Experienced luxury Wedding planner Annie, with years of experience in luxury venues (including the sister property to Downton Abbey), will be on hand to create your dream day, whether you’re planning a traditional white wedding with one of their venue designers or a relaxed festival style or Afternoon Tea wedding on the sweeping lawns. Marquee weddings are very exclusive at Plas Dinas. They only accept 10 bespoke marquee celebrations each year as the attention to detail is phenomenal. The exclusive use marquee weddings include the use of this exquisite venue for two whole days, experienced planner that you have access to throughout the planning and on the day, tv personality chef, experienced team & an exquisite venue with incredible British royal history. Smaller, intimate foodie focused weddings of between 2 - 50 guests are available throughout the year on an exclusive use basis. They specialise in a variety of micro wedding styles. From relaxed Afternoon Tea weddings in the Dining Room to a fine dining foodie experience in one of their many dining areas. Twilight and Afternoon ceremonies are available Couples travel from all over the world to marry here

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Annie Perks
Congratulations on your engagement! Now for the exciting part, trying to find your venue. We offer only a small number of set packages as our real focus is on bespoke, in designing your wedding day. We work around creating each couples requirements to create your very own wedding package. Our 5* country house is oozing with options. Join me for a coffee in the Drawing Room where we can discuss your ideas and take a walk around the venue to bring your ideas to life.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
26
Plas Dinas Country House Location & Contact Details

Address

Bontnewydd, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL54 7YF, Wales

Nearest Town

Caernarfon

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A55

Nearest Train Station

Bangor

Nearest Airport

Liverpool

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Plas Dinas Country House Press & Awards
(3)

Press & Awards (1)

To Have and To Hold (February 2020)

Industry Awards (2)

Most Historic Award - The Good Hotel Guide Editors Choice
Hotel of the Year 2021 and 2022 and now 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Plas Dinas Country House?

Well that would be telling but it was a very exciting wedding to be a part of!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Enjoy every moment and book a venue with an experienced planner that either works at the venue or an external planner.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Every wedding is individual to the couple so I tend to have favourite moments from each wedding as it means something to the couple I have got to know.

Describe Plas Dinas Country House in 5 adjectives

Royal, Historic, Romantic, Bespoke, Unique

Where’s the best photo spot at Plas Dinas Country House?

We have the most beautiful views over the bay and Llanddwyn Island (Lovers Island) from our Mount and is one of the options for a celebrant wedding. The Welsh Highland Railway also goes through our grounds with the most beautiful steam trains.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Plas Dinas Country House?

Yes, regularly but we offer complete discretion unless said celebrity or famous guest wishes to announce that they are here, which of course we welcome.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Oh that is a tough one when you have Head Chef and TV personality Daniel Ap Geraint as your Head Chef. Everything is delicious. We don't advise attending a showround or consultation when you are hungry.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Mini fish and chip cones or a bacon sandwich at midnight. Oh and our belgium hot chocolate station.

What is Plas Dinas Country House most unique feature?

The house was owned by Lord Snowdon who married Princess Margaret, the Queen's sister. Princess Margaret was regularly seen staying at Plas Dinas. The house is full of exquisite royal memorabilia.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The service is incredible, the chef is extremely talented and everyone goes above and beyond to ensure our guests have a wonderful stay. The in-house restaurant, The Gunroom Restaurant has been recognised by the Michelin Guide.