The castle started life as a Victorian-Gothic country house, built between 1841 and 1843 by Captain Rice Davies Powell. It was converted into a 'Castle' by Adelina Patti who added numerous extensions including several turrets (to make it more castle-like), the clock tower, and her own mini opera house to practice singing in.
Craig-y-Nos Castle and grounds were once the estate of the celebrated opera diva Adelina Patti who during her lifetime (1843-1919) became one of the world's most famous and highly rewarded entertainers. Patti was the 'Madonna' of her day, earning £11 million a year in today's money - the highest paid opera star of her time and the most famous (yet she is little known today).
In between tours Craig-y-Nos Castle was where she would re-charge her energies and entertain her many friends, including European Royalty and a huge selecton of guests from European and British High Society. For this purpose, she built a Theatre at the Castle.
The Opera House also features a one hundred and twenty five year old theatre curtain, decorated with Madame Patti on a chariot from Rossini’s last Italian opera, Semiramide. Perfectly portraying the character of the room, the curtain provides a unique backdrop to your wedding.
The floor can be laid flat or more commonly is tilted to slope down towards the stage with the stage raised.
The ceiling has a glass atrium roof which lets in lots of light. This is generally covered with a blackout cloth to prevent sun-damage to the Grade One theatre's wall paintings and gold leaf paintwork. It can be removed for your wedding on request.
The Theatre is one of only 8 Grade One listed Opera Houses in the UK, one of only two in private ownership.
When translated into English ‘Craig Y Nos’ becomes ‘Rock of the Night’.
Set on the edge of the Brecon Beacons, Craig Y Nos Castle is the perfect location for those seeking a romantic and rural setting for their accommodation in Wales.
- Type
- Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBar / Club / LoungeHistoric BuildingHotel / Resort / SpaRestaurant / Private Dining
- Style
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British
Country
Romantic
Rustic
Victorian
Venue Setting
Capacity
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Price range
- Does this include catering fees?
Yes
- Estimated price per head
from $103 to $107
- Additional charges
- The price iincludes:
Three or two Course Wedding Breakfast,
Welcome Drinks,
2 glasses wine on table,
sparkling wine for toasts,
Evening Finger Buffet,
White chair covers & bows in either ceremony room or banqueting room,
Cake stand, napkins,
table cloths,
Gold or silver candelabra,
marquee style banqueting room with ceiling fairy lights, all above at £93.50/ guest.
Castle Hire Exclusive Use all ground floor on regular tariff normally £3,500, reduced under Saturday Wedding Package to:(2022) - £750 (2023) - £1,000
(2024) - £1,250 (2025) - £1,500 - Insurance
Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here
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