Pembrokeshire

Cilgerran

Fforest

(39)

Price: £3,950 – £10,500

Guests: 150

Bedrooms: 44

Description

fforest Farm is the perfect location for a relaxed, informal, weekend-long celebration with family and friends. The 200 acres of fforest farm are part of an area of unspoilt natural beauty, wrapped in woods, wildlife and wonder. The farm is flanked on one side by the Teifi Marshes nature reserve and on the other, Cilgerran gorge, through which the magnificent river Teifi flows down to our local town of Cardigan and the Irish sea beyond. fforest Farm has been created as a place to enjoy the simplicity, pleasures and beauty of outdoor living in an outstanding natural environment. With its private tiny stone pub, large communal firepit and secret woodland sauna, a choice of event spaces from giant hat tipis, garden pavilions and dining and party barns, fforest Farm is yours for the weekend. fforest is located in north Pembrokeshire minutes from the Cardigan Bay Coast. The venue consists of a variety of indoor and outdoor locations, as well as on-site serviced accommodation for 130+ ranging from a grand Georgian 5 bed, 5 bathroom farmhouse to 20ft diameter geodesic domes (guests pay separately for their accommodation). The site also features a large communal firepit, a cedar barrel sauna and is adjacent to the River Teifi perfect for some pre-breakfast wild swimming. fforest holds a licence for intimate civil ceremonies in our lodge, Bwthyn pub or garden pavilion. Our giant hat tipis seat 80 to 120 guests for a personalised humanist wedding celebration. Our catering style is relaxed, full of colour and flavour, making the best of seasonal, local and home-grown produce. Please contact us for more information.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Paula

Welcome to fforest. We have been hosting weddings at fforest since 2008 and feel that we have developed the perfect relaxed, rural weekend getaway. You and your guests stay on site for a minimum of 2 nights, fully catered from the moment you arrive right up to a slap up brunch before a late check out on Sunday. We provide a variety of wonderful spaces including barns, a giant hat tipi, outdoor firepit and our own tiny pub, all for you to share with your guests for your perfect wedding.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2008

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Fforest

Wedding Venue Type

Barn / Farm

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

150

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

137

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding license

Dancefloor available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive use

Open Flame Permitted

Bridal Changing Facilities

Pet friendly

On-site parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-house wedding coordinator

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

In-house catering

Alcohol license

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Fforest

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£3,950.00 – £10,500.00

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What's Included?

Furniture included

Exclusive use

Multiple course wedding breakfast

We host weddings throughout the year, our venue hire price varies depending on the season, with smaller intimate weddings in winter and larger weddings offering a variety of celebration, dining and party spaces during spring, summer and autumn.

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£63.00 – £100.00

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What's Included?

Cutlery included

Minimum numbers apply

Corkage charge applicable

Our catering pricing includes two meals on the wedding day from our in-house menu, starting from £62.50 for one 2 course traditional seated meal and one relaxed festival style with sides and all the trimmings. If you prefer, you can have two traditional seated meals and add canapes and/or late night snacks. Guests staying on-site for your wedding are treated to a pizza food party or supper (dependent on the time of year) on the eve of your wedding, breakfast on the wedding day and a slap up Welsh barbecue brunch the morning after, so their weekend is fully catered from the time they arrive until they wave their goodbyes and get back on the road again.

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Reviews (39)

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Charlie
02/01/2019
Magical Wedding WeekendMagical Wedding Weekend
When we were looking at venues I had my heart set on a seaside wedding in west wales, preferably in or near Aberystwyth, but then we found Fforest and it stole our hearts. They really know what they’re doing. A wonderful team who create a magical atmosphere, incredibly delicious food, awesome views and all sorts of accommodation. Having most guests there for two nights meant that we were able to spend more time with everyone, eating fresh pizzas and drinks from Y Bwthyn (Fforests own mini pub!). We had great help and advice when planning, and I wish we could do it all over again. As our guests said, the only bad thing about our wedding was that it wasn’t long enough! We could have stayed there all week having a wonderful time. When we were looking at venues I had my heart set on a seaside wedding in west wales, preferably in or near Aberystwyth, but then we found Fforest and it stole our hearts. They really know what they’re doing. A wonderful team who create a magical atmosphere, incredibly delicious food, awesome views and all sorts of accommodation. Having most guests there for two nights meant that we were able to spend more time with everyone, eating fresh pizzas and drinks from Y Bwthyn (Fforests own mini pub!). We had great help and advice when planning, and I wish we could do it all over again. As our guests said, the only bad thing about our wedding was that it wasn’t long enough! We could have stayed there all week having a wonderful time.
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Wedding Couple - June '15
04/08/2016
It was the most perfect weekend! It was the most perfect weekend!
I just wanted to say thank you with all your help in the run up to our wedding! It was the most perfect weekend! I can't believe it's all over now though :(I just wanted to say thank you with all your help in the run up to our wedding! It was the most perfect weekend! I can't believe it's all over now though :(
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Wedding Couple - October '17
04/08/2016
We had the most amazing timeWe had the most amazing time
We had the most amazing time at the wedding - everyone did - so from the bottom of our hearts thank you for helping to make it a reality!We had the most amazing time at the wedding - everyone did - so from the bottom of our hearts thank you for helping to make it a reality!
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Wedding Couple - May '14
04/08/2016
It was just as magical as we had dreamedIt was just as magical as we had dreamed
We just wanted to say another massive thank you to all who helped organise our wedding last weekend and who helped out on the day. It was just as magical as we had dreamed, from the food to the decorations, and organisation of the accommodation, no detail was left out and for that we are very grateful. We really look forward to returning in the future for more relaxing breaks where we can really take in the peace and gorgeous atmosphere you have there. We just wanted to say another massive thank you to all who helped organise our wedding last weekend and who helped out on the day. It was just as magical as we had dreamed, from the food to the decorations, and organisation of the accommodation, no detail was left out and for that we are very grateful. We really look forward to returning in the future for more relaxing breaks where we can really take in the peace and gorgeous atmosphere you have there.
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Wedding Couple July '16
04/08/2016
Sorry if I have overused FABULOUS! Sorry if I have overused FABULOUS!
I just wanted to write to you to let you know what a FABULOUS time we had at my daughter's wedding. The venue/accommodation /food and the staff FAR surpassed any expectations my husband and I had… We stayed in the Farmhouse …which was beautifully appointed – (I would have liked to move in!) The staff were so accommodating friendly and hard working….really GREAT. Food was really fantastic We will be back I just wanted to write to you to let you know what a FABULOUS time we had at my daughter's wedding. The venue/accommodation /food and the staff FAR surpassed any expectations my husband and I had… We stayed in the Farmhouse …which was beautifully appointed – (I would have liked to move in!) The staff were so accommodating friendly and hard working….really GREAT. Food was really fantastic We will be back
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Wedding Couple - June '16
04/08/2016
We had such an awesome weekend We had such an awesome weekend
We had such an awesome weekend and wedding thank you to you and all the wonderful staff at fforest for making it possible.We had such an awesome weekend and wedding thank you to you and all the wonderful staff at fforest for making it possible.
W
Wedding Couple - July '17
04/08/2016
The best, most fun day The best, most fun day
Thanks so much for a wonderful wonderful wedding! We’re hoping other people will have their celebrations with you so we can experience it as a guest. Seriously the best, most fun day I could have imagined and to this day my mum mentions how great the food and wine was.Thanks so much for a wonderful wonderful wedding! We’re hoping other people will have their celebrations with you so we can experience it as a guest. Seriously the best, most fun day I could have imagined and to this day my mum mentions how great the food and wine was.
B
Bride and Groom Sept ‘15
04/08/2016
We had an absolutely and utterly wonderful timeWe had an absolutely and utterly wonderful time
“We had an absolutely and utterly wonderful time at our wedding (and so did everyone else by all accounts!). We had high hopes, but fforest - and the people that make it what it is - exceeded those hopes on every count.” “We had an absolutely and utterly wonderful time at our wedding (and so did everyone else by all accounts!). We had high hopes, but fforest - and the people that make it what it is - exceeded those hopes on every count.”
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Kate & Simon
04/08/2016
"still on cloud nine""still on cloud nine"
Simon and I returned home from our honeymoon yesterday and, even though we're back at work today, we're still on cloud nine after an amazing wedding and honeymoon. We both wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to you all at Fforest for an absolutely magical weekend. Your help and support in the run up to and during the weekend itself made it a complete success with absolutely no dramas. We've had so many compliments and kind words from our guests, specifically relating to Fforest Farm and how fantastic the entire experience was. All of our guests had a blast and Simon and I both agree that it was without a doubt the best weekend of our lives. You all played a huge part in the success so thank you! Simon and I returned home from our honeymoon yesterday and, even though we're back at work today, we're still on cloud nine after an amazing wedding and honeymoon. We both wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to you all at Fforest for an absolutely magical weekend. Your help and support in the run up to and during the weekend itself made it a complete success with absolutely no dramas. We've had so many compliments and kind words from our guests, specifically relating to Fforest Farm and how fantastic the entire experience was. All of our guests had a blast and Simon and I both agree that it was without a doubt the best weekend of our lives. You all played a huge part in the success so thank you!
W
Wedding couple October '14
04/08/2016
You're all brilliant!You're all brilliant!
You can tell by everyone's huge smiles in the photos that they are all having a great time. Thank you to all of the people at fforest who made it such a fantastic weekend. You're all brilliant.You can tell by everyone's huge smiles in the photos that they are all having a great time. Thank you to all of the people at fforest who made it such a fantastic weekend. You're all brilliant.

Location & Contact Details for Fforest

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Cilgerran, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

To drive, we are 2 hours west of Cardiff, 4-5 hours from London (traffic permitting). Start on the M4 and keep driving until there are no other cars on the road and sheep outnumber people. Stop just before you see the sea.

Nearest Town

Cardigan

Nearest Motorway & Junction

Nearest Train Station

Carmarthen

Nearest Airport

Cardiff

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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?

The most memorable weddings are always the ones that showcase the couple's personalities. If you are colourful, loud, creative, musical, nature-loving, athletic, then ensure that you incorporate something that reflects this into the celebrations. We are constantly inspired by the creativity of our couples, and we do embrace different! Do it your way and you can't go wrong.

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

Don't sweat the small stuff. Detail is important, but if something doesn't go to plan, unless you've publicised it in advance, chances are no-one will notice. The most important things are a great atmosphere, great food and drink and a happy relaxed couple surrounded by friends and family.

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

Bespoke enamel mugs, beautifully designed, well made, so that everyone could have a brew the morning after the wedding at the communal tea station with their special souvenir mugs. We love functional favours!

Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.

Relaxed, rural, outdoor, crafted, magical

Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?

All of the ceremony locations are stunning - the ancient slate quarry, the giant hat tipi with sides up and uninterrupted views or the intimate tiny pub are our favourites.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?

We've had our share of famous musicians and familiar faces from tv and film, but we aren't ones to gossip!

What’s your favourite canapé?

If I had to choose, then Parmesan shortbreads with goats cheese & fig chutney . But they're all great.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Home made hot sausage rolls in flaky pastry with mustard mayo

What is your venue's most unique feature?

Just one? The huge communal firepit, the teeny weeny candlelit pub, the cedar barrel sauna hidden in the woods, the atmospheric quarry, oodles of fabulous bespoke accommodation including the onsen dome with outdoor Japanese-style cast concrete soaking tub .........

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The testimonials. Just proves that 12 years of designing, building, researching, decorating, tasting, growing and hard slog has all been worth it. And our staff - although the venue is truly magical, most of our compliments are directed towards our wonderful team and we couldn't do it without them.

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