Your East Anglian Wedding - Aug/Sep 2019 (Issue 38)

The latest news from around the region NEWS SAY ‘I DO’ Be among the first to officially marry at Forest Lodge Weddings, a romantic venue set in secluded private woodland in the heart of Thetford Forest. Now licensed for weddings, couples can have an outdoor service in the Forest Canopy, an open clearing with space for up to 80 guests, and sign the register in the undercover Forest Lodge. Perfect for boho-style weddings, you can even arrive on horseback for a showstopping entrance. Receptions are held in the 10-acre field nearby; the ideal spot for a marquee, tipis or bell tents for guests to enjoy a festival-style glamp-over. For more information visit forestlodgeweddings.co.uk New venue alert! If you’re on the hunt for a magical al fresco setting for your big day, Wellington Wood is an upcoming outdoor wedding venue; great for couples planning a chilled wedding with a relaxed tipi reception. Based in rural West Norfolk, the new sustainable, pet-friendly venue can host up to150 guests. Set in its own secluded 70 acres of ancient woodland and wildflower meadows, it’s an idyllic spot for a chilled boho or festival-style wedding. Accommodation includes an environmental award-winning forest cottage, luxury shepherd huts and bell tents, so there’s plenty of space for those looking to enjoy a weekend-long celebration. You can even bring your four-legged friends, as there are five-star stables and a dog crèche on site too. Owners Paul and Vicky Plumridge set up the new venue to provide an alternative to the norm. It offers couples the freedom to create the wedding of their dreams in a private setting filled with bespoke rustic charm and a wealth of beautiful natural backdrops. “Couples can choose exactly who and what they would like to have on their wedding day while having our support and assistance every step of the way, along with a strong network of some of the region’s most awesome and creative wedding suppliers,” says Vicky. To mark the launch an open day is being held on Sunday 29 th September from 10am to 4pm at the venue in Brandon Road, Northwold. For further details visit instagram.com/wellingtonwoodnorfolk SPORTING SENSATION If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary for your wedding reception, check out Cambridge County Polo Club (cambridgecountypoloclub.co.uk) . Set on a 220-acre estate in picturesque rural Cambridgeshire near Lode, the club was established in 2008 and is opening its doors to weddings. An idyllic setting for a stylish big-day celebration, there’s plenty of space in the extensive grounds and clubhouse. To show off the venue and present a fabulous collection of talented suppliers Augusta Hope Events has organised a wedding show at the club in collaboration with E H Events & Marquees. Everything from the venue to flowers, food, photographers, cake makers, stationery designers, entertainers, hair and make-up artists, bridalwear and more will be on show. Open from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 8 th September, it’s taking place on the final day of the Polo and Picnic Indian Summer Tournament. To find out more visit eventbrite.co.uk/o/23221823807 FUN-FILLED BOXES Keep the little ones amused on your big day with personalised activity gift boxes. Mum-of-two Sadie Allison launched KiddiBox Surprise to help keep children of all ages entertained for all those important special occasions. Currently her personalised wedding activity boxes are proving to be the most popular. “The boxes contain a wedding activity pack along with some coloured pencils, bubbles, a handful of surprise goodies and optional disposable camera,” she explains. Sadie makes, designs and fills the boxes to suit the child’s age and can tailor them to match your big-day colour scheme too. Visit facebook.com/sadieallison1986 Nearlyw ed nataliestevensonphotography.com vickyplum.com YOUR ESSENTIALS 9