Hi, I've just got engaged and really want to get married outside preferably near the woods does anyone have any idea where's a good place to do it? At least for the reception?

It would help if you told us where in the world you live.

ah yes sorry I’m in the UK, I’m from the North West my partner is from the West Midlands but anywhere in Britain would be considered.

Hmm – that’s more difficult; not so many woods in Britain. My niece got married at a place called Notley Abbey near Thame in Bucks. last year. She got a good deal on it because they got married in February, but it has lovely grounds and in the summer, you could wed outside. There might be some nice restaurants in the Lake District with outside grounds; have you thought of that? Also, there is a gorgeous arboretum near Tetbury in the Cotswolds that would be spectacular but I don’t know if they allow weddings. It’s called Westonbirt Arboretum.

We got married last summer in a local park. It is located on the bank of a river, has a large pond in the center and woods all around. We rented a pavilion ($150 USD) and set up chairs (which we borrowed from our in-laws church) in a semi-circle in a small round clearing of trees for the wedding (~45 people) and then had all of our friends/extended family show up and bring a dish to share for the reception (~125 people?).

Our friends who are singers brought their equipment and sang during the ceremony. Members of our religious community who had just hosted a gathering for a family member who had passed donated their left-over flowers for us to decorate for our wedding. We hung toole around the pavilion to decorate. Friends grilled chicken and burgers.

All in all… and amazing day.

Be creative and keep your eyes open. You’ll find just the right spot.

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