I had my wedding reception in Penny Square Barn. What an amazing venue this was for a wedding…read morereception. The barn is owned by the fabulous farmer Bruno and Gill, such wonderful people! I stayed with Bruno and Gill for B&B and one of my fondest memories is having a bottle of vino and a gas with Gill in the kitchen. Honestly Batcombe is just a fantastic place with some amazing friendly, interesting people. Bruno had just put in toilets when we got married here which was fantastic and the barn had not been used all winter so we had a lot of cleaning up to do. Its no frills but it makes it for economic sense as a wedding venue if you have the vision and want to get married in a glorious location. The main barn itself is gorgeously rustic, just put some dichroic floods as a backdrop and it becomes wonderfully atmospheric. We had a friend climb around like a monkey and do an amazing job on lighting and hung long swathes of black fabric over the not so pretty metal door entrance to the barn. In the smaller barn annex we also hung fabric to disguise the galvanised roof. We were able to have a fire going outside and allowed to have fireworks (before 10pm of course) and a flamethrowing fire engine. The villagers were just fantastic and welcoming and Bruno was an absolute star! Not only was he a bell-ringer, but he ran the bar at the village hall and made sure we had enough fuel to run the genny for the weekend. Barn does get cold at night so its worth renting a couple of space heaters. We got a TENS from Mendip council and ran our own bar which was fab. This is a beautiful quiet village so its not the spot to pound music late into the night as noise does carry but its a perfect venue for an event such as a wedding in the summer.

10/10! By far the best restaurant in the area. Great food, lovely staffread more

From the owner: Weddings, Restaurant, Steak House, Accommodation, Converted Barn, Functions, Conferencesread more

I'm sorry but this was an absolutely disgusting place to stay. There is water damage everywhere, on…read morethe ceiling, the carpet, and furniture. After reading other reviews it seems pipe problems is fairly regular and so I have to believe mold is an issue. And then we woke up to yellow water dripping down the bathroom ceiling. There was no fitted sheet on the bed, when I called down to inquire they said they don't use fitted sheets but a bed sheet is used and tucked in around the mattress BUT the sheet wasn't big enough to actually be tucked in. The pillows and bedding was poor quality. To top it all off we had loud drunk people yelling outside our window for hours. The windows did nothing to keep the noise out.

We were part of a bus tour group of more than 30 Americans for a Welsh night, so not only did we…read morehave dinner and drinks, but entertainment including some Welsh songs (or songs from famous Welsh singers, like Tom Jones), a Welsh poetry reading and a limerick contest - all good fun. I have no idea whether our experience was typical for this "establishment," which I'm not sure about, but my impression is that it's called Culley's Kitchen and Bar and that it's situated within the Coal Exchange Hotel in Cardiff. I described my soup, entree and dessert below the appended photos. Suffice it to say, beyond that, while the soup wasn't bad, the entree and dessert were great. The room reminded me of a gym with tables and chandeliers and the performing "stage" was just a space beyond the tables. Our evening was dinner theater tailored for tourists and they all did a fine job.

Fantastic warehouse space, happened to be holding a pop up food event tonight.. Burgers, hot dogs,…read moredirty fried chicken.. Brulée Shack... Lots had sold out by the time we arrived.. But very very funky space, quirky fun seating areas in tuktuks or built from palettes!

My friend held her wedding reception at Canada Lodge, a quaint and charming stone-built haven nine…read moremiles on the outskirts of Cardiff. Surrounded by breathtaking views of Welsh countryside, it's is an amazing venue for everything from private parties to corporate hospitality events. The reception room and bar comfortably accommodated the 68 wedding guests in attendance, creating a perfect atmosphere for an intimate and relaxed gathering. The outdoor deck area boasts stunning views of the lake and surrounding forest, with ample seating and a freestanding fire contraption to keep guests warm on a cold evening. Word of advice: don't bother entering the post code into the Sat Nav, you won't find it. My boyfriend and I had to stop and ask a few locals for directions, so allocate extra time if you need to be punctual. Even local taxi drivers are unreliable, as I found after speaking to a few wedding guests (it took 50 minutes to get 0.7 of a mile at 2 pm on Saturday because he too had no idea how to get here). A sufficient amount of parking is available - just watch those stilettos on the gravel-lain ground!

This review is about Canada Lake and its fishing facilities - and not about Canada Lodge, which is…read morea venue on the same site used for weddings and other events (see the reviews by other Yelpers!). Set in five acres of well-maintained grounds with a woodland backdrop, Canada Lake is easily accessible from Cardiff (just a few miles northwest near the village of Creigiau) and is a pleasant setting for a day's fishing. It's full of natural wildlife and the lake is stocked with both brown and rainbow trout, and is popular with both beginners and keen fishing enthusiasts. Brown trout have to be released back into the lake. The average fish size is two and a half pounds, but fish up to ten pounds have been caught. Open to the public, they provide a Leisure & Fly service (no need to book in advance) as well as corporate fishing packages. For leisure users there are various tariffs available for full days or allowing you to catch up to a certain number of fish, and so on.

A great venue for entertainment and live music…read more The building is truly unique with some fantastic features. Right in the middle of the city centre next to the train station. The food was excellent and a superb wine list all at a very reasonable charge. What more could you ask for?

From the owner: Cardiff Masonic Hall is the ideal venue for business or social events. Built 150 years ago, the…read morehistoric venue has several function rooms suitable for meetings from two to 180 people. For business seminars, conferences or training sessions to parties, dinner-dances or live music shows, the unique Cardiff Masonic Hall will provide a friendly welcome. Licensed to hold wedding ceremonies, Cardiff Masonic Hall combines the romance and grandeur of the Victorian era with the luxury, style and exclusivity you would expect from one of Cardiff's most impressive addresses. The atmospheric interior of the building provides a perfect backdrop for outstanding wedding photographs. The Hall boasts a fully equipped commercial kitchen and team of chefs capable of producing delightful meals for 180 diners, or more intimate family or business meals. Our Bar Manager ensures we always provide a comprehensive wine list and excellent range of well-kept real ales, all at very competitive prices. The Cardiff Masonic Hall events team is experienced in anticipating and providing all the equipment and services required for a successful function. With excellent parking, bus and train facilities so close, Cardiff Masonic Hall is a popular choice for event organisers looking for a venue with a difference.

Got a big a birthday bash coming up and don't want to make your white carpet grey with wine-stain…read morehighlights? Yes? A: Hire a hall. St.Catherines hall has many uses. I've been to a rug bizarre here, been meaning to try out the Steiner toddlers group on a Thursday morning and have been to a 40th at this venue. The hall itself is oblong and a good size, it has power points and a kitchen, tables, chairs and toilets. One of the things I really like about St.Catherines is that there's a grassy outdoor area punctuated by trees for children to run around on and partied out adults to loiter. As well as it's use by Steiner groups, craft bizarres and for private venue hire, the hall is also used for judo, live music and 'disco tots'. Call the hall for more details about any of these activities and functions or if your passing have a look at the notice board by the entrance for more details.

Been to a few things here and thought it was a good hall so booked for my daughters party. Lady in…read morecharge was very helpful, it's a great size and well equipped with tables, chairs, mugs and kitchen equipment. Out door space is lovely on a sunny day and there is some parking available. The hall is clean and in good condition and not as 'tired' as some I've been to. Would definitely recommend.

This is a beautiful hotel, it's like you have been transported back in time. That being said the…read moreamenities may be leaking in some areas. We visited with my uncle and this has 2 rooms. They were spacious and beautiful. The main issue we had were the showers. My uncle actually had to have them come up and explain how his worked in order to get the hot water, and he is a plumber. In our room you were given a choice, hot water or water pressure. If you wanted hot water you had a trickle of water but if you wanted a good steam of water, well then you had a bracing flow of very cold water. That being said despite the minor inconveniences, we loved our stay. It truly was beautiful off the beaten path, the staff was friendly and helpful. It was a chance to travel back in time to get a minor taste of what being a guest a hundred years ago may have felt like. So no it's not a 5 star luxury hotel. It is an old manor house with charm and quirks. We loved it.

Went here with a girlfriend and just enjoyed the grounds & atmosphere as it's such a beautiful…read moresetting. Food was good but it's worth going just to enjoy the gardens & atmosphere if you love old stately homes. & gardens. I'll def be back

If you haven't been to The Gate yet you probably should make an effort to get over there. Its a…read morebeautiful venue with a theatre housed in what used to be a church. Its all wooden and quite inspiring. It also houses dance studio's, an exhibition area and great little cafe. Its quite an amazing community arts centre that deserves lots of support. There's all sorts going on, like dance classes, pilates, open mic nights, quizes and lots lots more. If your a fan of arts you should subscribe to their mailing list and if you live near by check out the cafe bar.

This converted church is now a modern, airy, community arts centre-type venue holding a whole host…read moreof different events, ranging from live music and dance to visual art exhibitions. These performances and regular nights often showcase local talent, from amateur right through to professional artists, and spanning all age groups. Although the centre's ethos is Christian, it does welcome everyone of all faiths, or those with no faith at all! It has a large, trendy café space with comfy sofas hosting regular events such as the Dance Café on the second Tuesday of each month, when people can meet, dance to Motown and Soul, and socialise with a resident DJ and dancer on hand to keep the place moving. Then there's funk fusion night, featuring the six piece band Miles Behind. They even hold debates on current affairs topics, regular quiz nights, open mic nights, and Science Café night when people explore topics relating to science and technology. The venue itself is actually a bit hidden away, just behind City Road, in a Grade II listed building in Keppoch Street, so you have to hunt it down a bit to find it.