CAER LLAN’S CONTACTS
FRIENDS OF CAER LLAN
LOCAL ACTIVITIES
Inspire2Adventure: Tailor-made corporate events company based in Monmouth.
BorderlandsOutdoor: Outdoor activities in the Forest of Dean & South Wales. Book caving, climbing, bushcraft, archery or navigation training
Wye Dean Tourism: A whole host of Local activities, attractions and interesting places to visit.
Monmouth Canoe: Canoe & Kayak hire on the River Wye.
PedalaBikeAway: The area’s premier trail centre for families and mountain bike enthusiasts, based in the beautiful Forest of Dean.
Keepers Lodge Clay Shoot: Clay Pidgeon shooting within 5 miles.
Local Golf : Some great Golf courses in Monmouthshire.
ENTERTAINMENT
We are quite often asked if we can recommend bands or DJ’s for weddings, events or celebrations. This is a very hard thing to do as music is very subjective. None the less, there are a few that we really enjoy and always deliver a great performance;
BLACK PANTHER DISCOS
Justin Banwell : DJ Justin Banwell is quite simply the ultimate professional. You can rely on him 100% to deliver the music you want for your special occasion. As one of South Wales top wedding DJ’s he is certainly one of our personal favourites and comes highly recommended.
RETROSPECT
Retrospect: Really great wedding band, hugely talented and very professional. Great people, great music!
XL5
XL5: Hugely talented local band!
THE KILTICS
The Kiltics: A wonderful band to entertain on your wedding day.
Covers in Arms
Covers In Arms: A great, fun party band for your big day.
BRAVO SINGING WAITERS
Bravo Singing Waiters: An exciting musical addition to your day!
DAVE DEAN
Dave Dean: Dave makes sure your big day goes with a swing!
JEMIMA PHILLIPS
Jemima Phillips Harpist: Fabulous local harpist, very versatile with a modern twist.
ADERYN STRING QUARTET
Aderyn String Quartet: Very talented and highly adaptable, classic as well modern music from highly talented musicians.
JIM RAMSEY
jim@jimramsey.info: Acoustic Guitar/ Vocals – Original Material & Covers. Perfect for afternoon entertainment whilst having photo’s taken.
THE WELSH WEDDING BAGPIPER
The Welsh Wedding Bagpiper: Matthew offers a lovely way to welcome your guests and entertain them at the beginning of your wedding.
PARTEE TIME MINI GOLF
Partee Time Mini Golf: Portable nine hole crazy golf hire
HAIR & MAKEUP
Although it isn’t a likely request from our Corporate Clients, it is on the mind of budding brides, organising their big day. These local suppliers are very professional and can come to Caer Llan on the morning of your wedding;
HAIR BY JONES
Monmouth 01600 772464 : Hair by Jones has a salon located in Monmouth.
BETH PRICE
Beth Price: Experienced make-up artist near Monmouth.
FLORISTS
THE BLOOM ROOM
The Bloom Room: Lottie’s shop is located in Monmouth.
CATHERINE GRAY FLOWERS
Catherine Gray Flowers: Catherine can be found at Hanley Farm Shop in Chepstow.
PHOTOGRAPHERS
We have met a number of Photographers over the years, mostly associated with Weddings. A few have stood out for us and have also been kind enough to let us use their photographs throughout our website and marketing material;
NICK MURRAY
www.nickmurrayphotography.co.uk
CLARE LAWRENCE (LOVE SEEN PHOTOGRAPHY)
LIZ & STUART WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
SACHA MILLER
MARTIN ELLARD
KATIE RADFORD
www.kemradfordphotography.co.uk
STUDIO CWTCH
MORLOVE
PAUL MARBROOK
GRACE STUDIOS
www.gracestudios.co.uk/photography
OLIVER REES PHOTOGRAPHY
VIDEOGRAPHERS
RICHIE MAC
BRIDAL SHOPS
Now for the lovely dresses…
BRIDAL WEAR
Waxflower For that lovely personal service give Kathy a call, she has a beautiful shop based in Chepstow.
WEDDING CAKE MAKERS
Here are the cake makers we know and love;
CAKE MAKERS
ACCOMMODATION
Despite having accommodation available for up to 50 people within Caer Llan, there are often requests for overspill accommodation options in the area. Here are a few for you to consider;
PUB’S & RESTAURANTS WITH ROOMS
Some of the local pubs and restaurants have rooms and offer accommodation;
The Mayhill Hotel : Affordable accommodation located in Monmouth – 5 miles from Caer Llan
Punch House : Punch House is a pub/ restaurant with 11 en-suite rooms, located in Monmouth – 5 miles from Caer Llan
HOTELS
The Kings Head, Monmouth: Located in Monmouth approx 6 miles away, The Kings Head ia a part of the Weatherspoons group and has a number of affordable rooms available.
The Premier Inn, Monmouth: Located in Monmouth approx 4 miles away.
SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION
Lower Gocket Farm : A Secret Garden Glamping Experience (next door to Caer Llan – 10 minute walk)
Wern Farm Cottage : A luxurious, cosy yet spacious cottage (less than half a mile from Caer Llan – 10 minute walk)
TAXI’S & MINI BUSES
There are a number of taxi firms within the local area, however they often service a wide catchment area so get quickly booked on weekends. Therefore, we strongly advise, that you book well in advance if you would like a taxi from Caer Llan;
A.S.C Phillips (mini-buses) : 07568 076893.
Ace Taxi’s – 3 cars : 07754 174596.
Alpha Cab – 1 x 4 seater, 1 x 6 seater : 07708 207123.
Amber Cabs : 01600 712200.
Kenny’s Cabs : 07828 882432.
Jock’s Journeys – 1 car – 1 x 8 seater : 07456 808427.
Monnow Taxi : 07968 059409.
Monmouth Taxis – 2 minibuses and 6 cars : 07449 809820.
Pops Bus private hire 6 seater minibus – 07856 012607
5 star taxis – Steve Williams : 07300 355 888.