Castles weddings have become very popular and can be considered a type of destination wedding. Castle weddings are luxurious and take place in some spectacular settings, as most castles are also located in beautiful surroundings. There are castles around the globe that are licensed for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Though there are not many castle sin the United States there are a few in which you can have your wedding. Belcourt castle in Newport, Rhode Island has over 60 rooms and was built in 1891.

The Biltmore estate is quite extensive with over 250 rooms. This castle was designed like a French chateaux but you will find all modern facilities inside with a gym, bowling alley and indoor pool. The grounds are extensive with mountains and forests nearby.

A combination of a destination and castle wedding can be found at Iolani Palace in Hawaii. This palace is based off of Florentine design and is the only true castle in the US. A more convenient location, particularly if you live in New York is OHEKA Castle Hotel. This castle was built in 1919 and is located under an hour from Manhattan. If you want to have a fun filled weekend then have your ceremony and reception as well as accommodation at the castle hotel.

There are also many castles in Europe that can hold a wedding. England, Wales and Scotland have many castles and you can have a reception, non-religious wedding, and civil partnerships. Some popular British castles include Augill Castle, Bovey Castle, Carr Hall Castle, Coombe Abbey, Eastnor Castle, Hazlewood castle and Langley Castle to name but a few.

French Chateaux’s are also a hot wedding spot as there are many chateaux’s that offer the ultimate in luxury and dining. Of the many available chateaux’s in France some options include Chateau de la Barre, chateau de Codignat, Chateau d’Audrieu, chateau de Mercues, Chateau de Jallanges and Chateau de Bagnols.

To book that extra special location for your marriage, choose castles weddings at St Audries Park in Somerset. Go to http://www.countryhouseweddings.co.uk/st-audries-park/ today.