Venue Hire · Gower · South Wales
Relaxed, non-traditional weddings on the Gower
A handcrafted, festival-style celebration surrounded by nature - exclusively yours, at our striking Little Bryn Gwyn venue in the heart of Gower.
Llongyfarchiadau!
Quite unlike anything else on Gower
Down to Earth is the perfect place for a handcrafted, relaxed celebration surrounded by nature. Our venue offers jaw-dropping architecture and a range of diverse spaces, all built with natural materials — designed to be good for people and good for the planet.
And here’s the part we’re quietly proud of: we’re a not-for-profit social enterprise. Every penny you spend on your dream day goes directly into our work supporting some of the most vulnerable young people and adults in our community to bring about positive change in their lives.
Your wedding builds something that lasts — long after the last dance.
Why couples choose us
Everything you need for a day that's yours
Exclusive countryside venue
Every booking is exclusive-use — the whole site, just for you and your guests.
Festival-style atmosphere
Fairy lights, fire pits and giant tipis for a relaxed, celebratory feel.
Flexible wedding packages
Four ways to celebrate — from a twilight evening to a full destination weekend.
Tipi weddings (seasonal)
Two linked giant tipis for up to 140 guests, May to September.
Beautiful Roundhouse ceremony space
A stunning timber-framed roundhouse for year-round ceremonies.
On-site accommodation
A nine-bedroom en-suite residential centre — available as part of a package
Freedom to personalise your day
Hire the venue, then bring in any suppliers and touches you choose.
Recommended local suppliers
Trusted local names we love, to make planning that bit easier.
Relaxed, non-traditional celebrations
Do things your way.
Stunning natural surroundings
Nestled in the heart of the Gower AONB, a stone’s throw from Arthur’s Stone.
Our Venue
Little Bryn Gwyn
This venue showcases jaw-dropping architecture built to exceptional sustainability standards. Little Bryn Gwyn is designed to work with larger-scale gatherings, giving you increased capacity and real inspiration for bigger celebrations.
Our south-facing buildings are heated by the sun in the colder months and shaded in the warmer ones. A 12kW solar array produces our electricity, and with a ground-source heat pump and highly efficient wood burners, the buildings blend old and new technologies beautifully.
The site sits in the heart of the Gower AONB, a stone’s throw from historic Arthur’s Stone on Cefn Bryn. At its centre is a striking timber-framed roundhouse — a covered ceremony space for year-round enjoyment — alongside two linked giant tipis for the celebration.
Gower AONB
Timber roundhouse
Two giant tipis
Up to 140 guests
100% renewable energy
Available as part of a package
Stay the whole weekend
Adjacent to the venue is our nine-bedroom, fully en-suite residential centre — built by young people on our vocational programmes. It means your closest family and friends can stay right here on site, turning a wedding day into a proper weekend together.
Choose our Full Weekend Experience and the whole place is yours from Friday afternoon to Sunday. Add bell tents, extra nights, a recovery brunch or a late Sunday checkout — and let the celebration unfold at its own pace.
9 en-suite bedroomsOn-site & walkableBell tents availableFriday–Sunday exclusive use
Our Wedding Packages
Four ways to celebrate
Whatever the size and shape of your day. Hire the venue exclusively, bring in the suppliers you love, and let us take care of the rest — our team and in-house coordinator are included with every package. We’ll sort it.
FRIDAY
Friday Twilight
A relaxed evening celebration for smaller, festival-style and twilight weddings — an easy, atmospheric evening under the stars.
- Smaller celebrations
- Festival-style weddings
- Twilight ceremonies
SUNDAY
Sunday Celebration
A relaxed, informal full day — and wonderful value for smaller, laid-back gatherings.
- Relaxed weddings
- Smaller celebrations
- Sunday gatherings
SATURDAY
Saturday Wedding
A full-day experience in a unique countryside setting, with an outdoor ceremony and celebration.
- Outdoor & tipi weddings
- Festival-style weddings
- A full day, no full weekend
FRIDAY - SUNDAY
Full Weekend
Our signature destination weekend — Friday to Sunday, exclusive use plus on-site accommodation for everyone you love.
- Destination-style weddings
- Staying on site all weekend
- Family & friends together
Exclusive venue hire from £1,900
Every package is exclusive-use, with our team and in-house coordinator included. Get in touch for full details and a tailored quote for your day.
The Full Weekend Experience
What's included
Exclusive weekend hire
The whole venue is yours from 3pm Friday to 3pm Sunday — privacy and freedom for up to 140 guests.
Two linked giant tipis
Perfect for up to 140 people, with the option to add a third linked tipi.
Elegant tipi decor
Warm white fairy lights and natural coir carpeting for a cosy, inviting atmosphere.
Outdoor ambience
Festoon lighting and fire pits to create a magical, relaxed outdoor setting.
Sustainable power & WiFi
100% renewable energy across the site, with WiFi access for your convenience.
On-site support & security
Our operational team on hand throughout, plus evening security.
Every hire also includes
- Roundhouse ceremony space
- Commercial kitchene
- Toilet facilitiese
- Parkinge
- On-site operational supporte
- Venue management & securitye
- Seasonal tipi (May–September)
- Existing lighting & power
Optional extras
On-site accommodation, bell tents, fire pits, extra nights, recovery brunch, wellness experiences and a late Sunday checkout — mix and match to make the weekend your own.
Securing your date
How booking works
Simple and stress-free — the way it should be. A £500 non-refundable deposit secures your date, with a further payment within 30 days of booking. The balance is then spread out ahead of the big day, so there’s no last-minute scramble.
From the moment you book, your in-house coordinator is your personal point of contact — offering advice and a steady hand whenever you need it. On the day, our team is there for everything from parking to coordinating suppliers and lighting the fires. We’ll make sure it all runs smoothly.
Talk to us about dates
We'd love to welcome you for a tour
To learn more about hosting your wedding with us, give Lisa a call or drop us an email and we’ll arrange a time that works for you. Ring us — we’ll actually answer.
Call Lisa: 01792 232439
Email: info@dte.org.uk
Find Us
Little Bryn Gwyn
Down to Earth Project, Little Bryn Gwyn,
Cilibion, Near Llanrhidian,
Swansea SA3 1BG
What3Words: scrolled.songbirds.toads
Tel: 01792 232439
Email: info@dte.org.uk
