Penhein Glamping

Penhein Glamping, located in the heart of Penhein Farm, offers a unique woodland wedding experience. This multi-award-winning glampsite provides a picturesque setting for intimate celebrations of up to 50 guests. The venue combines breathtaking countryside views with luxury accommodation and versatile communal spaces, creating a perfect backdrop for your special day.

Celebrant-led ceremonies or blessings at Penhein can take place anywhere on the site, giving couples complete freedom to choose a location that resonates with their vision. Options include the Wildflower Meadow, which offers sweeping valley views, the elegant stretch marquee known as Chehel Sotoun, or a secluded woodland area.

Receptions can also be hosted in a variety of locations, from the Wildflower Meadow to the spacious stretch marquee equipped with electricity and lighting. For smaller gatherings, the Petro indoor space accommodates up to 30 guests, offering a cosy and versatile option.

Penhein offers eight custom-made alachigh (pronounced ala-cheeg) tents, each blending simplicity with comfort.

• Atalanta Tents: Five luxurious tents-The Coombe, The Cribbau, The Oakes, The Park, and The Slades-feature king-size or twin beds, additional sleeping arrangements for children or adults, and private outdoor spaces with firepits. Each tent has an en-suite flushing toilet and access to a dedicated bathing area, including Victorian-style roll-top baths or monsoon showers.
• Artemis Tents: Three award-winning tents-Cae Solomon, Castroggi, and Catta Dee-include private outdoor showers, larger loo pods, and family-sized hammocks. Castroggi is often recommended for the wedding couple.

Couples can choose to self-cater or hire their preferred suppliers with no corkage fees or commissions. The site includes large firepits, electricity, and water access for caterers. Alternatively, Penhein’s own catering team can create a bespoke menu, or couples can select from a list of local street vendors offering options like wood-fired pizzas, cocktails, and coffee.

Sustainability is central to Penhein’s ethos. Initiatives include:

• Frames for the alachighs are made from sustainably sourced wood.
• Firewood and woodchips are sourced from windblown or dead timber on the farm.
• Recycling facilities for guests and donations of unopened food to local food banks.
• Energy-saving measures like LED lighting and tap pressure limiters.
• Annual tree planting and hedgerow replanting to support biodiversity.
• A private water supply from the farm’s borehole provides fresh, chlorine-free water.
• These efforts have earned Penhein multiple awards, including the Green Tourism Gold Award, the Welsh Green Key Award, and The Green Parent Travel Award.

Penhein’s rural location in Monmouthshire, South Wales, is surrounded by natural beauty. Nearby attractions include:

• Wentwood Forest, accessible by foot, offers over 2,000 acres of ancient woodland.
• The Forest of Dean is a short drive away, with its untamed landscapes and the River Wye.
• Chepstow, home to a 900-year-old castle.
• Cardiff, the vibrant capital of Wales.

Despite its secluded feel, Penhein is well-connected:

• 20 minutes by car from the M4.
• Close to both Bristol and Cardiff airports.
• Accessible via train to Newport (mainline) or Chepstow (local), followed by a short taxi ride.