How to Personalise a Forest Wedding at Careys Manor
Your wedding day is one of the most special of days; it ought to flow seamlessly, moving from one special moment to the next, and it ought to be wholly yours. The key? Finding a Forest wedding venue that feels personal from the moment you arrive.
You may be following the most beautiful traditions but however you choose to bring it all together, it should speak of the two of you. From the backdrop of your vows to the favours on each table, we understand how important it is to personalise your wedding day.
Our hotel isn’t just another Hampshire wedding venue, it’s a country house, a home from home, where real people who understand the meaning of your day will work with you to help make your dream come true. Our experienced and dedicated wedding planners, will help bring your Pinterest mood boards and pages of ‘forest wedding’ inspiration to life.
Every choice is personal
You may not know it but when you choose our New Forest wedding venue, you’re already personalising your day. You’re choosing romance, heritage and nature; you’re choosing to spend this memorable day amidst an ancient woodland in the heart of a beautiful National Park. You’re choosing to bring your friends and loved ones together for relaxed luxury and a uniquely intimate atmosphere.
Choose your ceremony space
You’ve chosen a beautiful New Forest wedding venue but did you know you can tailor your day even further by choosing where you exchange vows. For those who have always dreamed of an outdoor wedding, say yes from within our charming walled Cedar Garden under a handmade oak pavilion. Or perhaps you’d prefer to stay inside our country manor house in our elegant Cedar Suite with access to the garden in the evening, and alternatively our unique, sun-lit country Lounge makes for a beautiful, less formal ceremony space.
Here you can experience the best of both; a romantic forest setting with refined country manor house touches.
Welcome the forest in
Design with the season; here at our Hampshire wedding venue you can gather inspiration from the beauty of nature and bring the seasons inside. Use spring wildflowers and delicate florals, make it a summer garden party; warm the room with autumns shades or bring a little winter romance with the soft flow of fairy lights and candle-lit tables.
It’s all in the detail
Welcome your guests to your drink’s reception with your favourite cocktail or pick dishes on the menu that feed your soul. Sit down to a delicious 3-course wedding breakfast or opt for a more relaxed shared dining experiences that truly reflect you as a couple. Whatever you choose, our team will help you tailor the timeline to your perfect day
Add more of you to the day
Whether you’re hoping for an intimate gathering or a big day, our wedding co-ordinators will get to know you so you can create something uniquely you. From personalised invitations and favours, to cocktails and canapes, tasting menus and wine pairings.
Bring in some play and fun and incorporate lawn games into your day for you and your guests. Dreaming of a rustic woodland theme, include fire pits and forest florals or keep things intimate and personal and celebrate with an elegant dinner. Every detail will be thoughtfully arranged to make your dream wedding a reality.
Our New Forest wedding venue has thoughtfully designed wedding packages for you to ponder but if there’s anything you wish to change or add, simply speak with our friendly wedding team and they’ll help bring your ideas to life.
Your wedding day should share your story. From the smallest personal touches to the biggest statements, the most important thing is to ensure your choices reflect you. It will be the most beautiful day so go with your heart and trust our team to support you every step of the way to help you plan a stress-free, unforgettable celebration.
Wondering if our Hampshire wedding venue is right for you? You needn’t wait for an Open Day to pop in and look around, get in touch with our wedding co-ordinators and start planning your fairytale forest wedding today.
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Photography credits for this feature include; Sacha Louise Photography, Lemontree Photograph, Nick Church Photography
