The Vale Resort’s new craft distillery is now offering couples the chance to make their wedding favours

The Vale Resort’s new craft spirit distillery is now offering brides-to-be the chance to make their wedding favours. Couples can attend a tour in the basement of the 400-year-old Hensol Castle and make miniature gins that they can give their guests on their big day.

The managing director of the Vale Resort, Stephen Leeke, said: “This is a hugely exciting development at the Vale Resort and another critical step forward in the overall redevelopment of the historic Hensol Castle. The distillery experience set in the basement of a beautiful Grade 1 listed building will be something totally unique, not just in Wales but globally. It is a key part of our strategy for the re-development of Hensol Castle and its destination restaurant, which will focus on the very best of Welsh food and drink. We’re con dent the distillery and restaurant will attract local trade as well as national and international visitors, and we will be working closely with Visit Wales, the Vale of Glamorgan Council, and other local attractions to bring new markets to the area. It will provide another compelling reason for tourists to visit South Wales, helping to drive the overall economy of the region."