The couple flew in with thirteen guests all the way from North Carolina in the US. They left the state, famous for the stunning Great Smoky Mountains and opted for the equally beautiful countryside setting in Northumberland for their relaxed micro wedding.

Devyn, who wore a stunning designer dress from the famous Kleinfield Boutique in New York says she and Jeremy fell in love with the UK. So, planning a UK winter wedding was perfect for the globetrotting couple. She says they wanted to make memories by enjoying an unforgettable wedding whilst doing what they love best – travelling.

Notes from the Couple

Why did you choose a Micro Wedding in Winter?

JEREMY: Truthfully, we wanted a winter wedding because Devyn loves long sleeved dresses and that styled perfectly with the darker colours we had planned. Winter has also always been a romantic time of the year for us. We got engaged in November and have always enjoyed the colder months where we can surround ourselves by a campfire, hot chocolate and warm blankets.

DEVYN: Our main consideration for our wedding was that it had to be intimate. We felt like having a micro wedding gave us the opportunity to truly be ourselves and celebrate our journey together with the ones we love. We were able to spend quality time with every one of our guests, creating new memories, and adding touches that made it special and unique. It allowed this intimacy between us, such as reading our own vows and our rose ceremony, that made it forever memorable

Why did you choose a UK Wedding?

JEREMY: Throughout our relationship, travelling has become something that we do quite often and is very important to us both. Devyn studied abroad during grad school and later got to return to the UK with our family. We, of course, fell in love with the country and got engaged in London. When planning our wedding, we knew we wanted to do a destination wedding and felt like it was meant to be.

DEVYN: One of the things we wanted was for our wedding not to feel rushed in a one-day event. One of the perks of having a small wedding party is that we were able to make a vacation of it. Our wedding experience started off with everyone meeting in London. A perfect opportunity to show our friends and family exactly where we got engaged and share with them all the special memories we had made. We later travelled up to Newcastle and then on to our two-night wedding at Ellingham. Our final pit stop was Edinburgh, before returning home to the US.

Did you have a Theme for your Wedding?

DEVYN: We always knew that we wanted something intimate with a darker colour scheme. Our overarching theme was dark romance, really leaning into the deep greens and reds to help make the space warm and intimate for such a small party.

Tell us about your Designer Bridal Gown

DEVYN: My dress was designed by Pnina Tornai and bought from the famous Kleinfeld Boutique in New York, which features in popular TV series ‘Say Yes to the Dress US‘. We joke that the dress helped inspire the vision for the whole wedding. I have never pictured myself in a wedding dress, so I knew it was going to have to be something different, but I wanted long sleeves. My sister, mother, and I were planning a trip to see a show on Broadway, when my mom randomly said, “Why don’t we just see if we can get an appointment at Kleinfeld. It will be something fun and memorable for us to do”.

What were the Special Touches for your Wedding?

JEREMY: We wrote our own vows which was nerve-racking for us both, but we are so pleased that we took the time to do it. It added personality and emotion to the wedding ceremony.

DEVYN: One of our favourite parts of saying ‘I do’ was our ‘Rose Ceremony’. Each of our guests had a rose on their chair and halfway through the ceremony they were asked to walk up and place it in a vase. This symbolised our families becoming one and to create “a garden of love”.

JEREMY: Devyn’s grandmother played the piano for our first dance which was amazing. We hosted our wedding breakfast in the smaller ceremony room and our evening reception in the Entrance Hall, which helped to create an intimate, ambient setting for our micro wedding. As a small wedding party, we chose a cheesecake instead of a traditional wedding cake. It’s one of our favourite desserts and the Ellingham Hall team made our dreams come true when their chefs said they could make us a bespoke Biscoff cheesecake decorated with some of our flowers. It was perfect and delicious!

What did your Guests think about Ellingham?

DEVYN: They loved it! They thought that it was gorgeous. From the stunning reception rooms, luxurious accommodation and décor to the wonderful team that made our day happen. They really enjoyed the two nights, and it allowed them all to really live in the moment.

Did you Enjoy your Two Night Wedding?

JEREMY: It was everything that we dreamed of. Micro weddings can be challenging in their own way, but the way that the Ellingham team were able to make us feel welcome and helped to bring our vision to life is truly a craft. Having the Two Night Stay allowed us the luxury of not rushing. We were able to take time to enjoy and celebrate our wedding day.

What’s your advice for Couples planning their wedding?

DEVYN: Have the wedding that YOU desire. There is no rule book on how a wedding should be, look or what to include. As long as you and your partner are happy, then everything else fades away.

If you want the perfect micro wedding, contact our team today. It doesn’t matter where you live, we’re highly experienced in making wedding dreams come true

Wedding Day Suppliers

Photographer – Steven Mcdonald Photography

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown – Kleinfield Bridal Boutique Designer – Pnina Tornai

Bride & Groom shoes – Christian Louboutin

Suits – Men’s Wearhouse

Hair – Kara Scott Hair

MUA – @megmurraymakeup

Florist/Styling – Made Simply Perfect

Pianist – Jane Gray Wedding Pianist

Cheesecake – @ellinghamhall

Karaoke – Karaoke4u

Casino – Vegas Casino Hire

As they arrived at Ellingham Hall, the grand aesthetic of the Hall and the scenic grounds looked perfect for their plans. However, they thought it may be too expensive.

Eleanor says, “It looked amazing travelling up the driveway and seeing the reveal of the Hall. We thought it would be out of our price range. But after looking at other venues, Matthew was clear: he didn’t care how much it cost! He wanted to get married at Ellingham Hall.

“We loved it. It’s got an upmarket feel, but at the same time, it’s homely and not pretentious. It’s amazing. And we chose to marry on a Tuesday as it was easier for our family who were travelling from all over. It turned out that it wasn’t as expensive as other venues we’d looked at which was a real surprise to us.”

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

As they arrived at Ellingham Hall, the grand aesthetic of the Hall and the scenic grounds looked perfect for their plans. However, they thought it may be too expensive.

Eleanor says, “It looked amazing travelling up the driveway and seeing the reveal of the Hall. We thought it would be out of our price range. But after looking at other venues, Matthew was clear: he didn’t care how much it cost! He wanted to get married at Ellingham Hall.

“We loved it. It’s got an upmarket feel, but at the same time, it’s homely and not pretentious. It’s amazing. And we chose to marry on a Tuesday as it was easier for our family who were travelling from all over. It turned out that it wasn’t as expensive as other venues we’d looked at which was a real surprise to us.”

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

As they arrived at Ellingham Hall, the grand aesthetic of the Hall and the scenic grounds looked perfect for their plans. However, they thought it may be too expensive.

Eleanor says, “It looked amazing travelling up the driveway and seeing the reveal of the Hall. We thought it would be out of our price range. But after looking at other venues, Matthew was clear: he didn’t care how much it cost! He wanted to get married at Ellingham Hall.

“We loved it. It’s got an upmarket feel, but at the same time, it’s homely and not pretentious. It’s amazing. And we chose to marry on a Tuesday as it was easier for our family who were travelling from all over. It turned out that it wasn’t as expensive as other venues we’d looked at which was a real surprise to us.”

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

As they arrived at Ellingham Hall, the grand aesthetic of the Hall and the scenic grounds looked perfect for their plans. However, they thought it may be too expensive.

Eleanor says, “It looked amazing travelling up the driveway and seeing the reveal of the Hall. We thought it would be out of our price range. But after looking at other venues, Matthew was clear: he didn’t care how much it cost! He wanted to get married at Ellingham Hall.

“We loved it. It’s got an upmarket feel, but at the same time, it’s homely and not pretentious. It’s amazing. And we chose to marry on a Tuesday as it was easier for our family who were travelling from all over. It turned out that it wasn’t as expensive as other venues we’d looked at which was a real surprise to us.”

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

As they arrived at Ellingham Hall, the grand aesthetic of the Hall and the scenic grounds looked perfect for their plans. However, they thought it may be too expensive.

Eleanor says, “It looked amazing travelling up the driveway and seeing the reveal of the Hall. We thought it would be out of our price range. But after looking at other venues, Matthew was clear: he didn’t care how much it cost! He wanted to get married at Ellingham Hall.

“We loved it. It’s got an upmarket feel, but at the same time, it’s homely and not pretentious. It’s amazing. And we chose to marry on a Tuesday as it was easier for our family who were travelling from all over. It turned out that it wasn’t as expensive as other venues we’d looked at which was a real surprise to us.”

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

What did your guests think about your Enchanting Woodland Wedding?

They said it was magical, very well executed and very ‘us’. The feedback we received was that it looked beautiful and was so befitting with the look and feel we were going for. It wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill wedding; it really was Eleanor and Matthew’s day.

People especially loved the trees and candelabras in the Chapel, as they really made it feel like you were dining (and later dancing) in an enchanted woodland grove.

What’s your Advice to anyone Planning a Wedding?

Be organised. As soon as we got engaged, I wrote down the suppliers I wanted to use. I listed everything that needed to be organised. It included even small touches such as name cards for the tables. You don’t want to miss anything, which may happen if you don’t start your list early. It takes away all the stress!

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

Wedding Day Suppliers 

Photographer –  Thatweddings

Videographers – Big Day Productions

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Florist – The Enchanted Florist Durham

Tree Supplier – The Whole Schbang

Bridal Gown – Nuziale Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses –The Pretty Infinity

MUA – Nichola Hope Makeup

Hair – Mink Studios

Suit – Hotspur 1364

Cake – Fathima’s Cakes

Musicians – Paul & Cath (friends of friends)

Axe Throwing & Archery – Battleaxe Sheffield

Band – AMV: Union Street

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

Did the Venue look perfect on your Big Day?

David: I wasn’t expecting it to be as vibrant as what it was. To be honest, it was above and beyond expectations. Every single person that walked through the door said they couldn’t believe how beautiful the venue is. I kind of knew what it was going to look great because we’d seen the venue at that time of year at the viewing. It was one of the reasons why we chose it. There is a unique colour to Ellingham Hall that stands out for an Autumn Wedding!

How was your Wedding Day?

David: Every guest we spoke to said it was amazing. From the food, the fire pits, the overnight stay, the wedding ceremony… everything was perfect.

Alexandra: I feel like we just want to plan it all over again! I don’t think either of us felt much stress in the lead up to the wedding, I think, because we had two years to plan, and pay for everything. Our guests said the environment was exceptional. There was lots of space to relax and they had everything they needed.

David: And they all said they had the best level of service from the Wedding Team at
Ellingham Hall. Everything was above and beyond what we expected. I can’t give the staff enough praise and we are truly grateful.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.

Notes from the Bride

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

One aspect that we really appreciated about Ellingham Hall was that they made the effort to appeal to the groom as well as the bride. It has real character and a bold vibe. It is perfect as it has dedicated areas for the groom/groomsmen along with the Ellingham Suite, a place for straightening ties and beers with the boys’ pre-ceremony. Lady B’s bridal suite was spectacular. I really felt like a princess in there and having all that beautiful space for my girls to get ready and enjoy bubbles was a nice touch too. It was also clearly a stunning looking venue: glam, classy, unique, grand, it really ticked all the boxes. There were fantastic outdoor areas for guests to mingle, too

What did you think about the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved the two-night wedding experience and felt the whole event was great value, given all we got and the setting. We also felt the Ellingham team were professional, attentive and knew exactly how to run a good wedding! This was important to us as this wasn’t something we had planned before. Feeling we were in good hands was reassuring.

Why did you choose a Lord of the Rings Theme?

Lord of the Rings is a huge passion for both of us, as it’s a story of friendship, goodness and perseverance. These themes are deeply meaningful and symbolic and are such a great source of immersion and joy. We wanted to incorporate this into the day to really make it our own.

The aesthetic was whimsical, ethereal and natural. The musical score is so beautiful it was easy to include much of this in the ceremony, wedding breakfast and general background music. We especially loved our table names of Middle Earth locations; our ceremony set to ‘Concerning Hobbits’ and our spectacular cake – complete with Middle Earth map and elven writing!

What Special Touches did you add to your day?

The entertainment we booked was fantastic. We heard from all our guests that the archery and axe throwing were so unusual to have at a wedding; not many people had tried it before! This went down really well with our guests and as a bonus it was in keeping with our theme.

Our band was another highlight. The feedback from guests was that it was one of, if not the best band they’d seen at a wedding. We would go to watch them again whenever they perform!

Did you enjoy your Two-Night Wedding Experience? 

Absolutely! It really elevated the whole experience. Having all our nearest and dearest gather on the night before enabled everyone to meet and mingle, making new friends and breaking the ice before the wedding ceremony. We organised a quiz for the night before and this was a brilliant way to get guests talking and bonding as a whole group. We also enjoyed stretching the experience out over the two nights. Everyone should have a two-night wedding, it is a big celebration after all!

Did the Venue look perfect on your Big Day?

David: I wasn’t expecting it to be as vibrant as what it was. To be honest, it was above and beyond expectations. Every single person that walked through the door said they couldn’t believe how beautiful the venue is. I kind of knew what it was going to look great because we’d seen the venue at that time of year at the viewing. It was one of the reasons why we chose it. There is a unique colour to Ellingham Hall that stands out for an Autumn Wedding!

How was your Wedding Day?

David: Every guest we spoke to said it was amazing. From the food, the fire pits, the overnight stay, the wedding ceremony… everything was perfect.

Alexandra: I feel like we just want to plan it all over again! I don’t think either of us felt much stress in the lead up to the wedding, I think, because we had two years to plan, and pay for everything. Our guests said the environment was exceptional. There was lots of space to relax and they had everything they needed.

David: And they all said they had the best level of service from the Wedding Team at
Ellingham Hall. Everything was above and beyond what we expected. I can’t give the staff enough praise and we are truly grateful.

If you are looking for a woodland wedding venue in Northumberland for an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

What’s your Advice to couples planning a Themed Wedding?

Build up a robust base of ideas/knowledge to work from – the more detail, the better. Enlist the help of arty types! My Mother (who is an artist) was crucial in helping with designing and creating pieces that we used on our woodland wedding.

Be honest and descriptive to your suppliers, they want to help you create your vision. Make use of their expertise and communicate with them the direction you want things to go in. Visual inspiration is key.

If budget is an issue, try to create things like table decorations, flowers and favours yourself, or just stick to key elements of your theme to give an overall look, small nods to your chosen theme across the whole day can be very effective.

Throw yourself into it! All the funky little details and idiosyncrasies are where the magic happens. Embrace each element of your chosen theme, it’s a great way to express your personalities as a couple. And it gives guests an amazing, unique experience that will stick in the memories for years to come.