About the venue
Standing on the site of the former Newark Castle, The Gilstrap’s setting provides the perfect backdrop for any wedding photograph. This impressive building has two ceremony rooms, but the grand and spacious Salvin Suite steals the show with its high ceiling and stained glass windows.
The Library ceremony room is a popular choice for smaller weddings. The Victorian ornamental gardens and bandstand, overlooking the River Trent, also add to the overall ambience.
This venue has a licence for ceremonies in the:
- The Salvin Suite - 100 people
- The Library Room - 20 people
The Tolney Lane car park is a short walk across the bridge opposite to the Castle ruin.
Changes to access as part of Newark and Sherwood District Council's Newark Castle Gatehouse Project.
From Monday 7 July to Monday 14 July, Newark Castle and its grounds and gardens will be fully closed to the public to allow for the safe setup of the site in preparation for the renovation.
From Monday 14 July a limited section of the gardens will reopen, however, the remainder of the grounds will remain closed for the duration of the project. These restrictions are expected to remain in place until Autumn 2026.
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