Just Got Engaged in Pembrokeshire or South Wales? Here’s What to Do Next!
Congratulations — you’re engaged!
Whether it happened on a windswept Pembrokeshire beach, in the heart of Cardiff, or at a cosy local pub, this is the start of an unforgettable chapter. But after the champagne corks have popped, what comes next?
Here are five things to do right after you get engaged in Pembrokeshire or South Wales, so you can start planning your dream wedding with confidence.
1. Celebrate Your Engagement — Welsh Style
Before you dive into wedding planning, take time to enjoy the moment. Book a table at one of Pembrokeshire’s romantic restaurants like The Grove of Narberth, or head for a coastal picnic at Barafundle Bay. In South Wales, a champagne afternoon tea at The Angel Hotel in Abergavenny or Park House Restaurant in Cardiff feels extra special.
Tip: Many local photographers offer “engagement shoots” at scenic spots like Tenby Harbour, Rhossili Bay, or St. Davids Cathedral — perfect for your save-the-date cards.
2. Protect Your Engagement Ring
Your ring is both sentimental and valuable. Contact your home insurance provider to add it to your policy, or use a local jeweller like F. Hinds or Clifton Rocks to get it appraised for specialist jewellery insurance. While you’re there, check the fit — you don’t want it slipping off during a walk along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path!
3. Picture Your Dream Welsh Wedding
Talk with your partner about what you both imagine. Is it a clifftop ceremony overlooking the sea at St. Davids, a rustic barn wedding in the Brecon Beacons, or a grand celebration at Hensol Castle?
Create a mood board with colours inspired by the Welsh landscape — from soft sea blues to rich autumnal reds. You can also visit seasonal wedding fayres in Swansea, Cardiff, or Haverfordwest to gather ideas and meet local suppliers.
4. Set a Realistic Budget
Work out how much you want to spend and what’s most important to you — venue, food, photography, or décor. In Pembrokeshire, you’ll find beautiful venues for every budget, from boutique hotels to seaside marquees. In South Wales, there’s everything from historic castles to chic city spaces.
Tip: Many venues here offer inclusive packages with catering, décor, and even entertainment, which can help save money and simplify planning.
5. Choose a Date (or Season)
Popular venues in Pembrokeshire and South Wales — like Roch Castle, Fairyhill, and Oldwalls Gower — often book up far in advance. Having a season or year in mind will help you secure your top choices.
Spring/Summer: Perfect for beach ceremonies and garden receptions.
Autumn/Winter: Cosy fires, hearty Welsh menus, and romantic candlelight.
Final Thought
This is one of the most exciting times of your life — so make the most of it! Keep the focus on you as a couple, and remember that planning your wedding should be as joyful as the day itself.
Here’s to your perfect South Wales love story.