Nantwen · Pembrokeshire, Wales
Elope in Wales.
Just the two of you.
An intimate elopement venue hidden in Pembrokeshire's National Park — where the only guests that matter are the two of you.
Explore Weddings at NantwenForget the seating plan, the speeches you didn't ask for, the distant cousin who must be invited. Elopements are not running away — they're running towards each other, with the freedom to do it entirely on your own terms.
What is an Elopement?
A Wedding That's Actually About You
An elopement is a small, private wedding — sometimes just the two of you, sometimes with a tiny handful of your closest people. It's legal, it's real, and increasingly it's the choice couples make when they want meaning over performance.
In Wales, elopements have seen a surge in popularity, and it's easy to see why. The landscape is wild, the venues are personal, and the whole country feels like it was made for quiet, romantic moments — rolling hills, ancient woodland, and coastlines that take your breath away.
Nantwen, tucked deep into the Pembrokeshire National Park near Newport, has been hosting elopements and tiny weddings for years. It's discreet, beautifully set, and run by people who genuinely love what they do.
The Venue
Nantwen: A Private Hideaway in the National Park
Set at the end of a long private track, Nantwen is a fully equipped cottage surrounded by open meadows, ancient woodland and the sound of birdsong. The sea and the Preseli Mountains are just moments away.
The cottage sleeps up to five people across three bedrooms, meaning you can bring your children, a parent or two, or your dog (dogs are very welcome at Nantwen — £50 per pet). You'll have the whole place to yourselves.
Nantwen is a completely inclusive venue. Whatever your religion, gender, orientation, age, race or background — you're warmly welcomed here. Every couple, every story, every kind of love deserves a beautiful wedding.
What's Included
Everything You Need,
Nothing You Don't
Exclusive Use of Nantwen
The full cottage, gardens and grounds are yours — no other guests, no shared spaces.
Wild Grounds for Photographs
Meadows, woodland and open countryside — a natural backdrop that no hired venue can replicate.
Witnesses Provided
For elopements, Nantwen provides the witnesses — you literally only need to show up and say I do.
Total Privacy
Nantwen sits at the end of a private track, separated from the farmhouse — completely discreet.
Dogs Welcome
Your furry family member is part of this too. Dogs are warmly welcomed for a small fee.
Local Supplier Network
Florists, caterers, photographers, cake makers, makeup artists — Nantwen will connect you.
🌸 Spring Offer: Complimentary Photographer
Book an elopement with accommodation in April, May or June and receive a complimentary 1-hour photography session.
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Simple, Honest Packages
No hidden fees, no confusing extras. Choose the package that suits you, then add what you need. Additional costs include the Pembrokeshire Registrar.
Elopement
1 Night · Weekday
£1,060
Term time · Just the two of you
Witnesses provided. Perfect for couples who want total privacy on a weekday.
Elopement
2 Nights · Weekend
£1,490
Weekend stay · Just the two of you
Stay two nights, linger over breakfast the morning after, and savour every moment. Our most-booked elopement package.
Tiny Wedding
With Guests
From £1,320
+ £26 per guest · Up to 30 guests for 2hrs
Add guests to any elopement package. Up to 10 guests can extend the celebration beyond 2 hours.
Venue Hire Only
1-Hour Hire
£800
No overnight stay required
Need Nantwen just for the ceremony? A 1-hour hire is available on select dates — contact them for availability.
Why Wales?
One of the Most Romantic
Corners of Britain
Pembrokeshire is the only coastal national park in Wales — a landscape of dramatic cliffs, hidden coves, wildflower meadows and ancient hedgerows. When people ask us why they should elope in Wales rather than the Lake District or the Scottish Highlands, we simply show them a photo of Nantwen.
The light here is extraordinary. The pace is slow. And the sense that you've found somewhere genuinely private and special — something that belongs to just you — is real.
Real Weddings
Some of Our Couples
Ed + Kya
An intimate wedding with close family
Tom + Nic
A very personal wedding
Steph + Diccon
Micro wedding
Adam + Ruth
Afternoon tea with family and friends
Just the Two
A true elopement — just usIn Their Own Words
What Couples Say
"Our experience at Nantwen was absolutely wonderful. We stayed for three nights, holding our 'runaway' wedding ceremony there on the second day. We truly cannot imagine a more perfect place for our wedding."
Adam & Afiza
"We can't thank you enough for making our holiday and wedding so perfect. The cottage is breathtakingly beautiful — spotlessly clean and so homely."
Sophie & Ryan
Planning
How to Book Your Elopement
Planning an elopement at Nantwen is refreshingly simple. Here's how it works:
Step 1 — Choose your dates. Use Nantwen's online booking calendar to check availability and secure your stay. They accept card, bank transfer and instalments.
Step 2 — Book the Registrar. You'll need to arrange a Pembrokeshire Registrar to perform the ceremony. Nantwen provides a direct link to their booking system. If you're marrying within three months, contact the registrar by phone or email directly.
Step 3 — Add your extras. Want a cake? A local florist? A photographer? Nantwen has a curated list of trusted local suppliers to help you build your perfect day.
Step 4 — Just show up. Witnesses are provided. The cottage will be ready. All you have to bring is yourselves — and your excitement.
Note: Nantwen offers viewings only to couples who have already booked their wedding.
Frequently Asked Questions