The Orangery - Woodland and Lakeside Wedding Venue

The Orangery already had an outdoor wedding venue consisting of a white gazebo on an island. The owners wanted to create a more ‘natural’ style alternative venue on another part of the site.

We identified an area of neglected woodland leading to an open grassed area adjacent to the lake. The woodland was cleared of debris and a 40 metre boardwalk installed to create a journey to the venue. Trees, shade tolerant planting and bulbs were added, together with post lighting and a ‘Bride and Groom’ double swing.

The entrance and exit to the woodland were formed from moon gates and woven willow meandering screening. The idea is that guests are taken on a journey and don’t see the destination and lake until they exit the woodland.

The ceremony takes place in a thatched ‘Lapa’ building. Log and plank guest seating maintains the natural vibe. Arrival is through a further moon gate. The seating area is enclosed by beds of perennials, grasses and bulbs.