Space is Key

With Venues such as The Copse where some of your guests will be staying with you for the entire weekend and others nearby, make the most of the space. With sumptuous lounges and great outdoor space there’s plenty of places for your Aunt Edith to catch up with all the family in peace whilst your uni friends reminisce in the garden. You can create activities for your guests too, if you’re that way inclined. The world really is your oyster with The Copse, you can treat it as your home (We can dream, right?!) so if you fancy setting up an outdoor cinema for your guests complete with projector, popcorn and you and your husband to be’s favourite film, then there’s no reason you can’t.

A Perfect Weekend

You’re going to be in a pre-wedding haze, shortly followed by a newlywed bubble so it goes without saying this weekend is going to be perfect for you. If you want some practical inspiration we’ve popped some ideas below which will provide both of your and your guests with lots of grown up treats but never fret about people having fun. Gathering everyone you love in one place is a recipe for overwhelmingly good times. If you're still not entirely sure on an what should or could happen when, venues such as The Copse have a wealth of experience in what works, what is fun, where to go and who to talk. If you need them, Penny and her team at The Copse will even run things on the the day for you. We told you they were pretty special!!

Invite your best girls to join you for a relaxing yoga session to unwind and relieve yourself of any last minute wedding stress. If the weather is playing ball set up your mats in the garden before the rest of your guests arrive and take in the beautiful surroundings.
Who says men don’t love a pampering? Whilst you and the girls are getting reacquainted with downward dog book a mobile barber to primp the menfolk. We’re talking last minute haircuts, bear trims and hot towel treatments. HELLO!
Kick the weekend off with an early evening, low key drinks reception. Earlybirds can grab a bite to eat beforehand, whilst others can join you for a tipple before heading off to explore and find their new favourite restaurant. If gin is your thing then you can’t go wrong with a gin bar complete with multitude of garnishes and mixers, though we’re also partial to a prosecco bar.
The day after the big day let your guests enjoy a lay in whilst you open your cards and enjoy your first cuppa as newlyweds. Brunch in the marquee in the garden catered by your private chef is the perfect send off and will give you a little more time with your favourite folks. Everyone will be chatting about their favourite bits of the day before and it really is the most wonderful way to soak up every minute.

Wedding Weekends: The Luxe Edition

Laura Humphrey