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If you're dreaming of a truly unique wedding venue where you can celebrate in style for an entire weekend, Sibton Park Estate at Wilderness Reserve in Suffolk offers the ultimate backdrop for an unforgettable celebration. Just a couple of hours from London, this stunning English countryside location provides the perfect balance of elegance and exclusivity, making it ideal for couples who want to tailor-make their dream wedding.
The Venue: Sibton Park Estate
Sibton Park Estate is renowned as one of the most stylish wedding venues within the Wilderness Reserve. This private nature reserve is a blank canvas, offering exclusive-use options for your entire wedding weekend. Guests can stay on-site in luxurious cottages, farmhouses, barns, or the grand manor, ensuring the festivities are as convenient as they are beautiful.
A Weekend of Celebration
Your wedding weekend at Sibton Park Estate begins with magic. Imagine hosting a candlelit dinner in one of the manors or barns, or embracing the venue’s signature fire feast deep in the forest.
The options for pre-wedding activities are endless: from indulgent spa treatments and ranger-led adventures to wild swimming and relaxing by the open-air sunken pool. It’s all about creating a serene yet exciting experience for your guests.
Alex and Josh’s Stylish Wedding Weekend
For Alex and Josh, their Sibton Park wedding was more than just a day—it was a celebration of love, family, and fun, planned to perfection. With just 80 of their closest friends and family, they entrusted us with curating every detail of their wedding weekend, ensuring it reflected their personalities and unique style.
The Wedding Design
The couple envisioned a vibe of understated luxury combined with relaxed fun—and, of course, a party for the ages. Together, we developed a stunning colour scheme, style, and atmosphere to bring their dream wedding to life.
The floral design was a contemporary masterpiece, featuring vivid colours and bold arrangements without foliage. The ceremony’s floral installation was simple yet impactful, while the Orangery showcased an incredible hanging floral display, perfectly complemented by matching table arrangements.
The tablescape was another showstopper, designed with modern tableware, personalised place settings, and silk velvet ribbons. Ghost chairs gave the look a fresh, modern twist, while the black-and-white tiled floor of the Orangery provided a striking backdrop.
Guest Experience
From the moment guests arrived on Friday afternoon, they were treated to a curated experience. Welcome gifts with a weekend itinerary awaited them in their accommodations, and the festivities began with a magical forest fire feast on Friday evening.
Saturday’s open-air celebrant-led ceremony took place in the enchanting walled garden, where Alex and Josh’s dogs, Basil and Pepper, served as the cutest ring bearers.
The couple then departed the ceremony in a bright yellow Porsche—a heartfelt nod to Alex’s late father and cherished childhood memories.
Guests were led back to Sibton Park Mansion for champagne and canapés on the lawn, followed by a delectable wedding breakfast in the Orangery.
As evening fell, the party truly began with a roaming band, cocktails on the terrace, and an incredible transformation of the Orangery into a vibrant dance floor.
But the surprise highlight? The secret Rave Cave in the basement, where costumed entertainers and a Rudimental DJ turned the night into a true Ibiza-style celebration.
The Fashion
Fashion was another highlight of the day. Alex stunned in a bespoke gown by Emma Beaumont Atelier, complete with a chic headband and YSL platform heels. She later swapped her gown for a stylish ivory trouser suit paired with a headband featuring delicate netting. Josh kept it effortlessly cool in a pink Beggars Run suit with matching Dr. Marten loafers. The bridesmaids’ mismatched Rixo dresses added an extra touch of charm to the wedding party.
The Finale
On Sunday, guests enjoyed wild water swimming to shake off the cobwebs, followed by a laid-back poolside BBQ and "hair of the dog" Bloody Marys. It was the perfect way to wrap up a weekend of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
Why You Need a Wedding Planner
Hosting your wedding at Wilderness Reserve, a stunning dry-hire venue, makes having a wedding planner an absolute essential. While accommodation, catering and staff are included, you’ll need to source everything else—from furniture, tableware, and props to décor and all the other suppliers—ensuring your celebration is as seamless as it is spectacular. Having a wedding like Alex and Josh’s requires expertise, creativity, and attention to detail. From designing a cohesive aesthetic to coordinating with top-tier suppliers, we handle every aspect to ensure your wedding day runs seamlessly.
When you book Whole Lotta Love Weddings, you’re not just hiring a wedding planner—you’re partnering with someone who’s dedicated to making your wedding as unique and special as your love story. Whether you're dreaming of an elegant countryside celebration or an epic party to remember, we're here to make it happen.
Let’s Plan Your Dream Wedding
If you, like Alex and Josh, want to escape to a magical venue and host a one-of-a-kind wedding, let’s start planning together. At Whole Lotta Love Weddings, we embrace creativity, design weddings tailored to your style, and ensure no two celebrations are the same. Get in touch today and let’s turn your vision into a reality!
Suppliers:
Planning & Design: @wholelottalove_weddings
Venue: @wildernessreserve
Photographer: @sophietraynorphoto
Videographer: @hushabyfilms
Florist: @rootedinrosemary
Stationery: @with_bells_on_invites
Bridal: @emma_beaumont_atelier
Shoes: @ysl
Suit: @beggarsrun
Shoes: @drmartenofficial
Hair: @bridalhairbymarina
Makeup: @nina_thespace
Band: @roameomusic
Cake: @thehazleburykitchen
Guest book: @theaudioguestbook
Furniture & tableware: @optionsgreathire
Napkins: @truffletablescapes
Entertainment & production: @theprovibers
Celebrant: @cazthecelebrant
Disco pinatas: @pinyatay
Silk ribbon: @silkandpurl
Streamers: @streamadelica_uk
Kids crèche: Box of frogs
Sail tent: @millermarquees
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