Host your next wedding celebration in the majestic and spacious medieval Riverside Castle.
Located in Pretoria East, Riverside Castle is a premier wedding venue and event space where exceptional celebrations become a reality.
Our distinctive castle setting offers couples and event planners a unique backdrop that combines classic elegance with practical amenities for weddings of all sizes.
As one of Pretoria's top-rated wedding venues, we specialise in creating memorable experiences in a truly remarkable setting.
Our versatile spaces accommodate everything from intimate weddings and lavish receptions to corporate functions, milestone celebrations, birthdays, anniversaries, and matric farewells.
Riverside Castle features both sophisticated indoor halls and beautifully landscaped outdoor gardens, providing options for every event vision and weather consideration.
Riverside Castle's standout features include picturesque views, elegant garden settings, distinctive architectural elements, and photogenic backdrops that create stunning wedding photographs.
Our convenient Pretoria East location combines accessibility with the feeling of a private retreat, giving your wedding or event the exclusive atmosphere it deserves.
Riverside Castle stands out among Pretoria wedding venues by offering complete customisation for your special day.
Unlike standard wedding packages, we provide couples with the freedom to personalise every aspect of their celebration.
Our wedding planning team works directly with you to create a bespoke experience, from custom menu selections featuring local and international cuisine to personalised décor that perfectly captures your wedding vision.
With practical amenities that enhance your guests' experience—including extensive on-site parking, spacious reception areas, and optional professional security services—Riverside Castle delivers both beauty and convenience.
As one of Pretoria's most distinctive wedding venues, we combine remarkable castle architecture with attentive service to create exceptional celebrations.
Schedule your personal venue tour today and see why countless couples choose Riverside Castle as their Pretoria wedding venue for truly memorable celebrations.
Riverside Castle delivers more than just a beautiful Pretoria wedding venue—we provide comprehensive event management that transforms your vision into reality.
Our professional wedding coordination team brings over 15 years of experience to every celebration, handling logistical details while you focus on enjoying your special day.
From ceremony timing to reception flow, our staff ensures flawless execution of your wedding plans.
What distinguishes Riverside Castle from other Pretoria wedding venues is our personalised approach to each couple's needs.
Our dedicated venue coordinators work directly with you throughout the planning process, offering expert guidance on everything from optimal floor plans to trusted local vendors.
This hands-on service allows you to relax and fully experience the celebration of your relationship while we manage the behind-the-scenes details that make exceptional weddings possible.
Honoured as the "Best Themed Venue of the Year" in 2024 by OUR-VENUE.COM, Riverside Castle stands out with its stunning themed venues, including our majestic Main Reception Hall and charming Piazza.
Each space is designed to offer a unique blend of fairytale charm and modern luxury, setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration.
A Foundation Built on Faith and Vision
In 2005, when Riverside Castle's remarkable journey began, it was consecrated with something more meaningful than mere brick and mortar—a prayer and the thoughtful placement of a Bible within the chapel's foundation.
This act of reverence would prove prophetic for Jaco, the visionary entrepreneur behind this distinguished venue, who could not have foreseen that he would later become the first to exchange matrimonial vows within these very walls.
"I often tell my wife that we orchestrated perhaps the most extravagant wedding in history—I built her an entire castle!" he shares with characteristic warmth.
Riverside Castle quickly established itself as Pretoria East's premier destination for sophisticated celebrations and corporate gatherings.
The cornerstone of our enduring success lies in our unwavering commitment to personalisation—crafting bespoke experiences that honour the unique vision of each client.
This dedication to excellence has made Riverside Castle the venue of choice for discerning couples and organisations seeking an extraordinary setting for their most significant occasions.
As the years have gone by...
Countless couples have begun their married lives here, and many memorable moments have been marked in this magical place.
“Every one of our clients has a vision for their events and we have helped clients realise their dreams, as far as we have been able to, by offering tailor-made packages,” says Jaco.
Time has also seen nature embrace the buildings, and the natural fauna and flora has created an intimate forest that cocoons the castle. The cooling wind whispers through rustling leaves, oversized windows, bellow tower and castle turrets. It constantly breathes new life and ideas into the Riverside Castle, including the addition of an informal “Summer Kitchen”, a luxury tented camp, an outdoor podium and a rustic “Fairy Woods”.
“Our experience here is really more of a spiritual journey, and our evolution has been guided by the nature that surrounds us, and the materials that are readily available to us, in order to minimise our environmental impact,” says Jaco. “In fact, every table and bench, every lantern and light that we use within the venue, has been designed and handmade, on site, by repurposing materials we have.”
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Top 20 Wedding Venues in 2023
Best of Best Awards is organised by Golden Tree Events, Dubai, UAE. Golden Tree Awards organises and manages over 15 Award programs worldwide for 20+ industries. Over 10,000+ Global brands from 100+ countries participated in our past award program.
We are pleased to announce that our company has been shortlisted for nominating at Africa Best of Best Awards 2023 for the following category:
Company Name: Riverside Castle
Year: Year 2023
Competition Level: Gold / Diamond Level
Country: South Africa
