Shannen and Daniel Mee
Shannen and Daniel met at school at the age of 12. They started dating at the age of 16 and have been together ever since. Together 12 years this summer, they have been married for three.
They got engaged in Venice on their seven-year anniversary, Dan organised a private speed boat which took the couple on a tour of the grand canal and they stopped for lunch at The Gritti Palace, it was an unforgettable experience for the pair.
Their wedding took place at Tyn Dwr Hall in July 2018.
Where did you hear about Tyn Dwr Hall?
We booked on one of the very first open days before the hall renovation was completed. The best part about planning our wedding was getting the opportunity to visit our venue on many occasions before the wedding, I think it really helped us envisage our special day.
What was your first impression of Tyn Dwr Hall?
So many things… but most of all, simply beautiful.
Describe Tyn Dwr Hall in three words
Beautiful, Unique and Elegant.
Did you have a Church Wedding or Civil Ceremony?
We had a Civil Ceremony.
Who was your Wedding manager and how did they help you in the run up to the wedding and on the day?
Poppy was our wedding manager and she couldn’t have done enough for us. She was so helpful at answering countless questions and emails.
What did you enjoy most about planning your wedding with the team at Tyn Dwr Hall?
Getting to visit on numerous occasions.
What are the best spots for Tyn Dwr Hall photo opportunities?
Our favourite photos of us are actually nestled in the woodland area under the trees.
How did you find the Tyn Dwr team on your wedding day? Did anyone stand out to you?
Perfect, everyone was on top form. We remember Andrew the night manager being very nice and helpful to us as the night come to an end.
What set Tyn Dwr Hall apart from other wedding venues?
Its exclusivity and the fact it has so many beautiful rooms and not just one. The option to get married outside is also great.
What were you most nervous about on your wedding day?
The weather… which is silly, as you can’t control it.
Did you choose a wedding theme for your day?
We didn’t have a set theme for the day, but as a big fan of monochrome, we kept the flowers just white with lots of green foliage. The men wore black tuxedos and the bridesmaids matched in black bespoke dresses.
What was your Wedding Menu?
We went with the BBQ, it was amazing... we are big foodies, so the food was important to us. Everyone commented on how great the food was.
Tell us about your Wedding Entertainment
For the ceremony we had a String Quartet which was beautiful, the inspiration came from a performance at one of the hall’s open days. In the early evening we had a very talented performer/musician called Sam Wise and then afterwards kept it simple with a DJ in the evening.
Favourite part of the speeches?
Has to be the father of the bride's speech. Everyone loved it and tried their best to hold back the tears.
Most Memorable moment?
Everyone dancing to Proud Mary – Tina Turner.
Who was the last to bed?
There was a small group left at the end, but a few of our close friends were up the latest!
What handy tips would you give couples planning their wedding day?
Brides – Bring flip flops for the dancefloor and try not to worry about the things you can’t control, like the weather.
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