Perriswood Weddings
A coastal marquee wedding venue in the heart of Gower, with panoramic views across Oxwich Bay, outdoor ceremony space, flexible supplier choices and on-site glamping accommodation.
A coastal Gower wedding with room to make it your own
Set at Perriswood Farm above Oxwich Bay, Perriswood Weddings offers a large marquee, open countryside and expansive sea views in a relaxed rural setting.
Rather than relying on a fixed hotel-style package, Perriswood promotes a bespoke approach. Couples can choose their own suppliers or use businesses recommended by the venue, giving them substantial freedom over catering, décor, music and the overall style of the day.
This independent guide explores the ceremony and reception setting, marquee, accommodation, photography and the practical points to consider when arranging your Perriswood wedding DJ and evening entertainment.
A private coastal setting above Oxwich Bay
Perriswood occupies an elevated position on the Gower Peninsula, overlooking farmland, the coastline and Oxwich Bay. The view is a central part of the venue rather than simply a background seen from one corner of the grounds.
The lawns and open surroundings provide space for ceremonies, photographs, drinks and outdoor entertainment. The venue also refers to a small beach cove within its wider setting.
Perriswood states that it limits the number of weddings held each year, helping retain a more exclusive and individual approach to each event.
Your ceremony at Perriswood
Perriswood provides outdoor ceremony space with Oxwich Bay and the Gower landscape forming the backdrop. The venue describes itself as licensed for Humanist and celebrant ceremonies.
Couples can also hold their legal ceremony at a local church or approved venue and continue to Perriswood for the reception. Confirm the legal status and ceremony format directly with the venue and your chosen celebrant or registration service.
An outdoor ceremony with a sea view
The open lawn allows the ceremony to face towards the coast, creating a simple and visually striking setting that does not require elaborate decoration.
Outdoor ceremonies require a clear contingency plan. Ask when the weather decision will be made, where an alternative ceremony would take place and whether suppliers need separate equipment for outdoor and covered areas.
Couples booking all-day wedding entertainment can arrange professionally managed entrance, signing and exit music, subject to suitable power, weather protection and speaker placement.
- Panoramic coastal backdrop
- Humanist and celebrant ceremonies
- Space for personalised styling
- Dog-friendly venue
- Suitable for ceremony music
- Weather contingency required
The Perriswood marquee
The venue’s principal reception space is an 80-foot by 40-foot marquee with full-length panoramic windows. It is positioned to retain the coastal view while providing a covered space for dining and the evening celebration.
Perriswood states that the marquee can comfortably accommodate up to 190 guests. Its current venue-hire information includes tables and chairs for up to 150 guests, so couples planning a larger event should confirm precisely what furniture and layout are included.
Marquee drapes, flooring, mains toilets, outdoor picnic benches and a fire pit are listed among the venue-hire inclusions.
The wedding breakfast and reception
The marquee acts as a flexible canvas rather than a heavily styled permanent function room. Couples can choose their caterer, flowers, table design, decorations and other suppliers to create either a relaxed coastal celebration or a more formal reception.
Catering, bar hire, decorations, archways, music and entertainment are listed as additional to the standard venue hire. This flexibility is one of Perriswood’s strengths, but it also means that couples must coordinate more moving parts than they would with a fully packaged hotel wedding.
A detailed supplier timetable should cover delivery access, setup, food preparation, bar opening, speeches, evening entertainment and final collection.
Three days of marquee access
Perriswood’s current venue-hire page states that couples receive the marquee for three full days: one for setup, the wedding day itself and one for clearing down.
This can remove much of the pressure associated with same-day venue styling, but access times and supplier responsibilities should still be agreed in writing before the wedding.
Evening entertainment in the marquee
The marquee includes a dance floor and stage, making it suitable for a professional wedding DJ, live band or a combination of both.
Marquees behave differently from permanent function rooms. Sound disperses through the structure, temperature can change after sunset, and suppliers need clear access to suitable electrical supplies. Confirm the permitted entertainment hours and any sound conditions directly with the venue.
Gower DJ can provide professional sound, dance-floor lighting and a music programme shaped around the couple and their guests. A wedding photobooth can also create a separate attraction within the marquee, provided sufficient floor space and power are available.
- Stage and dance floor included
- Couples can choose their own entertainment
- Professional sound and lighting
- Optional photobooth hire
- Power and access must be confirmed
- Finish time agreed with the venue
Wedding photography at Perriswood
Perriswood’s open landscape and coastal outlook provide a strong variety of photographic opportunities without leaving the venue. The lawn, marquee, surrounding fields and sea views can all be used during different parts of the day.
Oxwich Bay is nearby and may provide an additional option for beach portraits. Any trip away from the venue should be timed carefully so the couple does not miss a large part of the drinks reception or delay the wedding breakfast.
The elevated position can be particularly effective around sunset, although the photographer should confirm the best timing for the season and weather conditions.
A dog-friendly wedding venue
Perriswood explicitly welcomes dogs, allowing couples to include a pet in the ceremony, photographs or wider celebration.
Plan who will care for the dog during the meal and evening reception, where water and shade will be available and whether nearby accommodation accepts animals.
The wider Perriswood site is also home to falconry and archery activities. The venue advertises options including bird-of-prey ring delivery, falconry entertainment and archery sessions for guests. Availability, suitability and additional costs should be confirmed directly.
On-site accommodation
Perriswood offers double-bed camping pods and bell tents for separate hire. The venue’s FAQ also states that it operates as a certified location for the Caravan and Motorhome Club.
The published pages contain differing references to the exact number of pods and tents available, so confirm the current accommodation inventory directly with the venue before offering places to guests.
Ask about bedding, bathroom access, check-in, departure times, parking and whether guests can reserve accommodation individually or through the couple.
Practical points to confirm with Perriswood
A bespoke marquee wedding provides considerable freedom, but it also requires clear coordination between the venue and every external supplier. Confirm these points before paying supplier deposits.
- Final marquee capacity and table layout
- Furniture included for your guest numbers
- Outdoor-ceremony contingency arrangements
- Catering and bar supplier responsibilities
- Electrical supply and equipment access
- Entertainment finish time and sound conditions
- Accommodation numbers and booking process
- Setup and clear-down access times
Advice for booking suppliers
Because Perriswood allows couples to select their own suppliers, create one shared schedule covering every arrival, delivery and setup. Confirm who supplies power distribution, refrigeration, waste removal, glassware, security, lighting and the final marquee clear-down rather than assuming these services are included.
Wedding entertainment for Perriswood
Gower DJ provides professional wedding entertainment throughout Swansea and Gower, including evening DJ hire, all-day music and photobooth packages suitable for marquee weddings.
Evening Wedding DJ
Professional sound, dance-floor lighting and music adapted to you, your guests and the response in the marquee.
View wedding DJ hirePhotobooth Hire
Unlimited visits, printed photographs, props, digital copies and a guestbook filled with messages and pictures.
View photobooth hireAll-Day Entertainment
Ceremony music, drinks-reception music and the complete evening DJ service managed as one coordinated package.
View all-day entertainmentArrange a visit to Perriswood
A venue visit is especially important for a marquee wedding. It allows you to understand the layout, coastal setting, access routes, accommodation and the distance between the ceremony, reception and service areas.
Perriswood wedding questions
These answers are based on current published venue information. Confirm every final arrangement directly with Perriswood.
Where is Perriswood Weddings?
Perriswood is at Perriswood Farm on the Gower Peninsula near Oxwich Bay, using postcode SA3 2HN.
How many guests can the marquee accommodate?
The venue states that its marquee can accommodate up to 190 guests. Its hire information lists tables and chairs for up to 150, so confirm what is required for larger numbers.
Can we hold our ceremony at Perriswood?
Perriswood states that it hosts Humanist and celebrant ceremonies. Confirm the legal arrangements for your chosen ceremony format.
Can we choose our own wedding suppliers?
Yes. Perriswood promotes a bespoke approach and allows couples to select their own suppliers or use its trusted network.
Is Perriswood dog friendly?
Yes. The venue explicitly welcomes dogs at weddings, subject to sensible care and supervision arrangements.
Does Perriswood have accommodation?
Yes. Camping pods and bell tents are available for separate hire. Confirm the current number, facilities and prices directly with the venue.
Can we hire a wedding DJ for Perriswood?
Yes. Music and entertainment are selected separately by the couple. Confirm access, power, setup position, sound conditions and finish time with the venue.
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This is an independent venue guide produced by Gower DJ. Gower DJ is not the venue owner or booking agent. Facilities, capacities, accommodation, prices and operating arrangements may change, so confirm all current information directly with Perriswood Weddings. Images are displayed from the venue’s website and remain the property of their respective copyright owners and photographers.