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Clearwell Castle

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Afternoon tea, Barbecue, British, Fish, Fish and Chips, Ice Cream, International, Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian

At a glance

Average Price
££££ - £50 - £79
Cuisines
Afternoon tea, Barbecue, British, Fish, Fish and Chips, Ice Cream, International, Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian
Ambience
Cool, Fine dining, Fun, Luxury, Traditional, Unique

About

Nestled within the stunning Forest of Dean, Clearwell Castle boasts a myriad of private dining options for those looking for a special place to host a party, plan a corporate event or even just enjoy an intimate supper with a loved one. 

A multi-award winning country manor, Clearwell Castle boasts 20 acres of gorgeous surrounding greenery, and inside, plush interiors, original features and stylish design. Its location is idyllic, too, beautiful woodlands and a tree-lined drive make the journey to the castle quite magical, and as it's only 45 minutes from Bristol, Cheltenham and Gloucester, it's also convenient for guests. 

While there are some fantastic larger spaces for big parties and events, the team at Clearwell are keen to let couples and smaller groups know about their charming events series, including their Dinner Date offering. On selected dates throughout the coming months, couples, friends, families or colleagues are invited to spend an evening at the castle, enjoying the unique surroundings and incredible food cooked by expert chefs. From 5pm, you're invited to take a walk around the castle and its grounds, before joining us for welcome drinks at 6.45pm. 

Throughout the evening, relax and enjoy as a four-course meal of seasonal produce is served. While menus are subject to change, you can expect dishes such as rhubarb and custard choux pastries and prawn cocktail cups as canapes, followed by a starter such as duck confit rillettes, cherry, thyme and fig. Next, a blackcurrant sorbet cleanses the palette, before mains such as braised chicken fillet with accompaniments like lavender mustard, celeriac mash, and Yorkshire pudding. Finally, for pudding strawberry sable, white chocolate and rose delice sounds delicious, as does baked vanilla cheesecake with maple, pecan and blueberry. 

Plus, if you fancy turning your meal out into a mini-staycation, the team are also offering boutique rooms as a discounted price, so you can really make a night of it!

Clearwell Castle Events

FreeChristmas Party
Christmas events
Christmas Party

03 Dec 2026

Celebrate the magic of the festive season at our Christmas Party Night on Thursday 3rd December 2026. It’s the ideal occasion to gather friends, family, or colleagues for a lively evening that captures the joy and sparkle of Christmas as the year draws to a close.

On arrival, enjoy a festive welcome drink before taking time to wander through the house and grounds, beautifully dressed for the season. Soak up the atmosphere and chat with fellow guests before making your way to a tempting seasonal buffet, thoughtfully prepared with a selection of delicious festive dishes.

Later in the evening, head to our disco where our resident DJ will keep the celebrations alive with a great mix of Christmas classics and dancefloor favourites. Whether you’re showing off your moves or simply relaxing with friends, our fully stocked bar will be ready to serve your favourite drinks throughout the night.

Look forward to an unforgettable evening of fantastic music, lively dancing, and delicious food, all set within a wonderfully festive atmosphere. Our friendly bar team will be on hand to keep the drinks flowing while you enjoy the party.

Why not make the night even more memorable by staying over in our comfortable accommodation and turning the celebration into a cosy Christmas getaway?

Tickets are priced at £38 per person and include a welcome drink on arrival, with an evening buffet, and DJ and a disco until midnight.

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FreeWinter Ball
Christmas events
Winter Ball

11 Dec 2026

Our Winter Ball returns this festive season following another year of wonderful success. Join us on Friday 11th December 2026 for an enchanting evening brimming with Christmas charm, exceptional cuisine created by our in-house chefs, and spectacular entertainment.

Guests staying the night are invited to arrive from 4pm to settle into one of our plush rooms, put on their festive finery, and take a gander through the castle and grounds coated in sparkling decorations.

From 7pm,  be greeted with an on-theme welcome drink and delicious canapés, setting the tone for an elegant evening ahead. You’ll then be invited into our Banqueting Hall for a sumptuous three-course dinner, thoughtfully curated by our Head Chef and inspired by the finest seasonal flavours where each dish is designed to be savoured.

As the night unfolds, dazzling live entertainment will take centre stage before our disco keeps the dancefloor alive with all the classics, carrying you through to a truly magical close.

Tickets are now available at £78.50 per person and include a welcome drink, canapés and a delicious 3-course meal followed by tea & coffee. This event is for advance bookings only, and we advise you to book early as spaces are limited!

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Testimonials for Clearwell Castle

The bridal suite was breathtaking.NOVEMBER, 2025

Immaculately clean, bright and fresh. Classy. The new bar is epic! Immaculate gardens, even less than a few hours after Storm Claudia.  The bedrooms are clean, bright and airy. Each bedroom is individually beautiful, and the bridal suite was breathtaking. Laura and Emily were amazing. Nothing was too much trouble. I had multiple quotes for different dates and never had to wait long for responses to my questions. Everyone had a smile; everyone was helpful and incredibly hardworking.  The wedding breakfast was hot, delicious and filling. A lot of compliments from our guests. The trio of desserts, especially! Ela is so much more than a Personal Wedding Manager; she was my wedding fairy godmother. She is such an asset to Clearwell Castle.

Gemma & Timothy

Knew straight away we wanted to get married there.NOVEMBER, 2025

The open day we attended was brilliant, and we sort of knew straight away we wanted to get married there. Emma (who helped us on the day) was and has been amazing throughout the whole process. The food was amazing; it came out quickly and was still hot, and everyone had good feedback. DJ was brilliant and played everything we asked for and some requests. The fish and chip supper was also amazing, and went down a treat.  

Chloe & Connor

I was so emotional and loved every moment and attention to detail!OCTOBER, 2025

Everything was set up beautifully! I was so emotional and loved every moment and attention to detail! Inside the house, everything looked as I imagined! Perfect and classical. Grass and grounds were beautifully cared for and just made the scenery magical. Omg food is just amazing! I would 100% recommend the food to anyone. Breakfast the following morning - Loved how everything was set out and so delicious, a peaceful breakfast which was needed from the night before. I love the welcome drinks; they were a big hit with guests, too. Ann and Ruby, honestly dream team right there! I couldn't have asked for better people to make my day so special, and I hold a place in my heart for them for helping my day be absolutely amazing.

Keighley & Ross

We had our dream wedding and Clearwell. OCTOBER, 2025

We had our dream wedding and Clearwell. It is a beautiful venue, and everything ran smoothly and we couldn't have asked for a better venue for our special day and would highly recommend it. Our guests all commented on how wonderful the venue was and had a lovely time. Omg Ann and Ruby were outstanding! I love that they made us feel calm and relaxed about everything happening, keeping us informed about things and overall gave amazing vibes like our wedding was the only thing that mattered.  

Lily


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