With its stunning landscape and natural beauty, the New Forest makes a gorgeous wedding location. The area offers a plethora of venues for every taste – particularly if you are looking for one with a twist.
The number of wedding venues available can feel a little overwhelming, so we have compiled some advice to help you choose the kind of location you want to explore. Once you have narrowed down your options, you can start to explore specific locations on the New Forest visitor website: http://www.thenewforest.co.uk/discover/new-forest-weddings-venues-hotels.aspx.
Choosing Your Wedding Venue
Choosing the perfect venue can be one of the biggest decisions you will make when planning your wedding. The venue will set the scene for your wedding, helping to create the atmosphere and offering lots of great photo opportunities for you and your guests. With its sweeping scenery and breathtaking landscape, the New Forest has plenty of great options for an outdoor wedding. For more information about the outdoor opportunities available in the National Park, explore the official website: http://www.new-forest-national-park.com/.
A good wedding photographer will help you to identify the best photo opportunities in your chosen venue. Choosing an experienced wedding photographer in Hampshire will help, as they will be familiar with the location and can find shots to maximise your chosen venue. Check out http://www.lemontree-photography.co.uk/ for inspiration.
Gardens
The New Forest’s many country homes and hotels offer beautiful garden venues. Hosting your wedding in the garden of a beautiful building offers a touch of luxury to your outdoor occasion as well as offering increased accessibility, accommodation and an escape plan in case of rain!
Woods
There are plenty of locations in the New Forest that will help you to create a magical woodland wedding. Whether you prefer the forest floor or tree-top luxury, you are sure to find something that suits your taste. Woodland weddings are perfect for those looking to create a unique, natural and memorable occasion.
Sea
For the ultimate in luxury and privacy, you can go out to sea. Spitbank Fort is one of the historic forts in the Solent off the Hampshire coast and is licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies. It boasts eight bedrooms and a bridal suite as well as a roof-top hot pool and fire pit. If that’s a little too isolated, Beaulieu offers lots of waterside wedding venues to explore.
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