Weddings to be remembered for a lifetime!
Ye real thing in a real Castle! Travel back in time to the perfect fairytale wedding in our exquisite Medieval Castle. Enjoy a day of romance and celebration in the most beautiful, welcoming surroundings imaginable.
No other wedding venue matches the breathtaking photographic settings of our Castle, Chapel, Gardens & views of the Lakes.
We have ample parking in a very high secure environment.
Chapel Ceremony
Our enchanting Castle Chapel with stained glass windows and a royal red carpet down the aisle is the most romantic setting to say "I do". The chapel seats up to 150 people and is equipped with CD sound & piano.
ACCOMMODATION
Greensleeves has 2 beautifully appointed honeymoon suites in the Lady Anne & Jane Seymour towers. Click here for details.
DRINKS
Greensleeves is fully licensed and offers a large selection of wines. The bar will be operated as per your preference. Click here to download our drinks list.
RECEPTION: Banqueting halls
We offer a choice of banqueting halls:
HVIII Room: Seating from 60 to 90 guests
- January to 3rd weekend of November - Minimum 60 guests
- Last weekend of November to 31 December - Minimum 80 guests
Tudor Room: Seating from 100 to 250 guests
- January to 3rd weekend of November - Minimum 100 guests
- Last weekend of November to 31 December - Minimum 150 guests
RECEPTION: Themes
Magnificent receptions cover a range of themes from:
- Renaissance Medieval Feast Banquet Style Weddings - Click here for details
- Traditional Formal Anne Boleyn Buffet Style Weddings - Click here for details
RENAISSANCE Wedding BANQUET PACKAGE
Included:
Our Renaissance Weddings are the most traditional celebration of all, combining today's traditions with the wonderful old traditions of centuries ago! They are enormously popular, unique and enchanting.
The Baron and his Minstrels delight your guests as you travel back in time!
The Renaissance Weddings incorporate the ancient ceremony of the Loving Cup and the cutting of the Cake with a real sword. The Baron co-ordinates your speeches, throwing of the Bouquet, Garter and the traditional first dance etc.
The Bride and Groom are enthroned and crowned King and Queen at the Royal Table with their special guests.
The hall is decorated with rose petals on long wooden tables and ivy around the wrought iron candelabras with 5 candles.
A delightful five course Banquet is served.
Superb platters of food brought out to a fanfare of trumpets and served with great ceremony.
A complimentary bottle of the Kings Own sparkling wine per table and a welcoming goblet of Wassail for your guests after the service.
Sound equipment for speeches and dancing after the banquet with our D.J.
Our Special Gift to Bride & Groom - Your very own hand-made Pottery Loving Cup.
Not included:
Excellent period costumes are available to hire at an additional R100 an outfit. Most guests hire costumes, as it is great fun. We also have special costumes available for Groom & Bridesmaids etc, from R250.
Decor (flowers & draping) is not included, however these can be arranged for you at competitive rates.
5% Service charge for waitrons.
Renaissance Banquet Menu
- Goblet of Mead
- Normandy Patés & Melba Toast
- Pottage a la Anne Boleyn (Butternut & Vegetable Soup)
- Served with Home baked Manchet Bread
- Sallamagundy Apicyana
- Platters piled high with an assortment of fresh Fruit, Salads & Exotic Surprises!
- The Royal Roasted Byrde (Plump Chicken Roasted to Perfection)
- Ye Roaste Leg of Lamb or Baron of Beef
- Served Forth with Earthapples & Mélange of Vegetables
- And all the Traditional Accompaniments
- Blueberry Cheesecake Ice-cream with Berries
ANNE BOLEYN BUFFET PACKAGE
Included:
The superb 4 Course Menu.
Venue hire for the reception.
Table settings (including cutlery, crockery, white table cloths, glassware, tables, chairs & chair covers, 2 ply serviettes & wrought iron candelabra with 5 white candles).
A complimentary bottle of The Kings Own Sparkling Wine per table.
Not included:
Decor (flowers & draping) is not included, however these can be arranged for you at competitive rates. DJ Not included.
5% Service charge for waitrons.
Anne Boleyn Buffet Menu
A Welcoming Drink
Bruschetta (Char grilled Italian Bread with a Selection of Toppings) served to the Guests after the Service.
Starters
Antipasto Platters
- An Assortment of Savoury Dips & Patés
- Melba Toast & Grissini (Bread Sticks)
- Marinated Olives, Feta Cheese & Mushrooms
- Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil Salad
- Asparagus Wrapped in Ham
- Salad of Roasted Pepper & Rocket
Main Course
Buffet Style
- Line Fish Poached in Lemon and Herbs
- Leg of Lamb Roasted in Rosemary & Garlic
- Thai Chicken Curry served with Basmati Rice and Sambals
- Vegetarian Lasagna
- Mélange of Vegetables Roasted in Olive Oil
- New Potatoes in Parsley Butter
- Served with all the accompaniments
Desserts
Buffet Style
- Crème Caramel
- Chocolate Mousse
- Cheesecake
- Fresh Fruit Platter
- Ice Cream & Chocolate sauce
- Coffee / Tea
Optional DÉcor
Draping and flower prices available on request, please contact us for details.
Honeymoon suites
Greensleeves has 2 romantic honeymoon suites in the Jane Seymour and Lady Anne Towers.
Spend the afternoon of your wedding in the beautiful peace and tranquility of Camelot.
Each honeymoon suite is beautifully appointed with the finest linen. They are en suite with a dressing room/lounge on the 2nd floor. The luxury bedroom is situated on the 3rd floor leading out onto the balcony.
Check in the morning of your wedding; get ready with your bridesmaids and then walk down the turret stairs into the chapel.
OR
Spend 2 nights and book the Friday night with your bridesmaids. Sleep 4 people.
A bottle of champagne and continental breakfast is included.
Please Note :
Kindly note that we are flexible with the menus and look forward to working with you in tailor making your perfect wedding.
Our professional team can handle all aspects of your wedding, from flowers to draping etc. Should you require any additional information or if you would like to schedule an appointment to view the venue, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Tracy Gaylord
Banqueting Director
