Our Experienced Team
We will be on hand every step of the way
As one of Shropshire and the West Midlands’ most imposing wedding venues, Rowton Castle owes its untarnished reputation not to its history or setting, but most importantly to its dedicated and experienced hospitality team. From your standard expectations to secret wishes, the team are dedicated to provide you and your guests with the highest level of service, paying particular attention to every single detail.
The team be on hand every step of the way. From operations to those members behind the scenes, in the kitchen, garden or office, that you don’t see, but we couldn’t do any of this without. Let us take care of every arrangement, big or small, we promise yours will be a seamless, yet perfect occasion.
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Jack de Sousa
Owner
You’ll find Jack here at a weekend, showing couples Rowton for the very first time. With Jack, you’ll feel part of the family.
Bryan Cherrington
Owner
At Rowton day-to-day, Bryan oversees all financial aspects of the business, whilst retaining a keen eye on standards of care and service.
Steve Parke
Owner
An award winning chef, Steve’s particular focus is in the kitchen and overseeing the design and planning of our menus.
Jordan Lewis
Head Chef
Jordan gained a wealth of experience at a young age, before becoming Head Chef. His in-house team have made amazing advancements in our food offering with him at the helm.
Gareth Winebloom
Operations Manager
On a day to day basis Gareth and his team manage our weddings and events ensuring every detail ‘behind the scenes’ and on the day is perfect.
Lewis Bound
Deputy Operations Manager
A consummate professional with a knack for the creative! With Lewis around your decorative items will be beautifully displayed.
Abi Bore
Assistant Manager
Abi is one of our incredible managers. Calm, cool and collected, Abi will keep your wedding day plans on track!
Ralph Morris
Assistant Manager
Having worked his way up the ranks, Ralph joined our management team, taking the opportunity to learn from the best!
Ryan Pugh
Assistant Manager
Following a brief post-uni hiatus, Ryan has returned to Rowton in a well-earned management role – he’s a natural!
Ceri Davies
Sales & Marketing Manager
Although her work is mainly ‘behind the scenes’, Ceri can talk wedding ideas for days and is always happy to offer help and advice!
Gemma Coats
Wedding Office Manager
Heading up our fabulous office team, Gemma has worked within the industry for nearly 10 years, and it shows.
Chloe Davies
Wedding Coordinator
Our couples love working with Chloe. She is friendly and helpful, and will go out of her way to turn your wishes into a reality.
Karen Norton
Wedding Team
You’ll likely meet Karen at one of your wedding planning appointments. 18 years’ experience means she’s the perfect person to answer any question.
Lorraine Kidd
Wedding Team
Lorraine will show you Rowton for the very first time; she is so much fun and genuinely wants you to have the BEST wedding day.
Geraldine Lane
Front of House Manager
Geraldine may have been on the inventory back in 1997! Her knowledge of Rowton is incredible and we couldn’t be without her.
Julie Moss
Head Housekeeper
Rowton wouldn’t live up to guests’ expectations without Julie and her housekeeping team. Julie is a delight, and is always wearing a smile.
Glenn Ashton
Property Manager
Glenn makes sure that everything at Rowton is working as it should, and the grounds are looking as good as they could.
