The Secret Garden At Duffryn Mawr

A beautiful and intimate location suitable for a marquee wedding or function in the Vale of Glamorgan

The Secret Garden is a hidden gem where your celebration can be nestled in the beautiful Vale countryside tucked away in the garden of an old farm cottage near to the village of Pendoylan. The Secret Garden has a magical and secluded air and the garden offers a tranquil location that your guests will never forget. You can celebrate your wedding or party amidst the natural beauty of the garden.

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The garden is perfect for intimate weddings from 8 people right up to 130 seated and is set in a private, secluded and idyllic garden area with patio areas that are ideal for reception drinks and photographs.

We are licensed for you to have your wedding here in our barn and courtyard or our private lawned area to give your big day an even more special and personal touch. This is available for you from Friday 11am for you to play with as you like.

We provide and run the bar on site, provide all glassware for dining, reception and after dinner drinks. We have a comprehensive wine and drinks list. You tell us what you would like and we will price it up competitively. We encourage you to use our trusted caterers and marquee providers but are happy to consider your alternate plans.

We have accommodation for up to 15 guests for the weekend in our lovely Kingfisher and Swallow Cottage to include Swallow's Nest. The Loft. The Hideaway and the Pony Trailer. Please see our accommodation page.

Click and drag below for a panoramic view of the inside of another of our marquees.

Frances Hodgson Burnett

It seemed almost like being shut out of the world in some fairy place

Maria Roach

The bar staff at The Secret Garden, what a fabulous team who smile continuously all day, I will definitely be recommend this venue to all my friends, what a fab day Kath and Rob!

Lorraine Perkins

I’m still on cloud nine, the most perfect day in every way. All your hard work certainly paid off. Many thanks again for making Rob and Kaths wedding day one to remember.

Phillip Richards (Father of the bride)

Thank you Rosie and Simon, and all your hard working staff for a truly wonderful Wedding day for Claire and Gareth , it was great day and night only made possible with your perfect venue, I would no hesitation in recommending it as truly amazing Venue.

Mr & Mrs Pearce

Stunning backdrop for photos, scenic, compact, relaxed & floral…and all on our doorstep, with accommodation for some of our guests! They supported us so much with our theme, adding personal touches & suggestions that made it so special. We can’t recommend The Secret Garden enough for any couple wanting a more personal, relaxed & rustic…

Click and drag below for a panoramic view of the inside of another of our marquees.

Watch a short video of The Secret Garden

Please get in touch so we can discuss your special day