Woodland and Festival Wedding Venues in South East - England

So many people have commented that the venue absolutely made the day, from the ceremony space to the swing sofas to the campfire and lighting, and the treehouse was a hit with all groups! The campers thought the tipis were great and lots of our friends asked how we’d found such a wonderful place. We loved the bridal suite too and especially waking up in the cool of the morning.

Thoroughly recommend Birling Estate and the Manor Gardens for a wedding, reception or event. We worked with Julie to create a wonderful evening wedding reception, enjoying the beautiful grounds, the amazing view and the fantastic tipi. They are a joy to work with and the venue is stunning. Thank you.

Adam

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Harewood Forest is so stunning and unique! We had the most incredible day - and Ben did so much or us throughout the whole process. The venue is big, beautifully set in nature and full of character and charm. Couldn't ask for more! Wonderful photos courtesy of Ahuvi Wedding Photography!

We had an amazing experience at this wedding venue! The space was beautiful and offered a perfect open canvas to bring our vision to life. The staff were incredibly professional and made everything seamless from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an stress-free wedding experience! Great team to work with, thank you.

Hannah

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Wow what a venue! We were married at The Oak Grove at the end of August and from our first visit 2 years prior we fell in love. We loved all the raw materials and eclectic furniture, there is a rustic fairytale charm about the place. You are surrounded by fields, orchards and the river. Whilst being very rural the Oak Grove has thought of every comfort and practicality to look after your guests. The owners have a lovely energy about them, we went to every open day once we booked and every single member of staff we met or spoke to you were amazing, knowledgeable and kind. Tracy was always quick and helpful in replying back to emails and phone calls. The day ran so smoothly and everyone knew what they were meant to be doing. Shoutout to the lovely Rebecca and the lady with her who looked after us on the day. Some venues become a bit like a conveyor belt for weddings and they feel all the same but the Oak Grove only host one wedding a week between May and September so you feel like the staff are all really excited for you and still love their job. You have the opportunity to really make it unique to you as a couple and do as much or as little you want yourselves the day before. The staff were so helpful in setting up and had everything ready to collect the following day. The venue provides so much more than just a space to get married. They include so many little extras and thoughtful touches. Thank you for making our day so special. We had the best day of our lives. I’m only sad because I won’t get to visit anymore. Love Hannah & Steve x x x

Chloe

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We got married here on the 20.06.25. From the very start of choosing the venue right down to the day, Lottie and the team were absolutely incredible. Nothing was ever to big of an ask and they made the whole planning as stress free as possible. Communication is fantastic and Lottie is always on hand should you need to discuss anything. We were giving free rein to decorate how we wanted which made the day even more special as the venue really did represent us. On the day, Lottie and the team were amazing, they made sure everything ran smoothly and made sure we didn’t have to worry about a thing. They really go above and beyond to make sure your day is as special as it can be. In my opinion, it is fantastic value for money which can be hard to find when planning a wedding. Everyone who attended had nothing but lovely things to say about the venue and the team, all our guests were really impressed with the whole experience that Bower in the wood created. Myself and my husband cannot Thank Lottie and the team enough for helping create and being part of such a special day. It really is the perfect setting for those who love a bit of magic ❤️ Go and check it out, guarantee you will fall in love and want it as your venue, it’s certainly what happened with me!

Hattie

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Our wedding day at Kingdom exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we first visited Kingdom, we knew it was the perfect venue for us. The beautiful countryside, the Clubhouse and the relaxed atmosphere instantly made us feel at home. And on the the day itself, everything came together perfectly and it honestly felt magical. Our #1 highlight was having our ceremony outdoors in the Seven Sisters. Standing beneath the trees on the platform, surrounded by nature and everyone we love, felt so special and personal. And being able to have our dogs there with us too as part of the cerenony meant the world and made the day feel very special. The venue captured exactly the relaxed and natural vibe we had hoped for. Everywhere you look, there is something beautiful to take in, from the views across the valley to the rustic charm of the Clubhouse. Our guests loved how different Kingdom felt from a traditional venue. We were so happy with the food and drink options on offer and they were exactly what we wanted. We chose Kingdom bites for the drinks reception and loved having free flowing Aperol and Pimm’s along with beers and soft drinks. It created the perfect summer drinks reception on the rooftop under the canopy. The food for the wedding breakfast was amazing, there was so much of it and so many guests commented on how lovely everything was. We especially loved the sharing style of the meal, which was really important to us and helped keep the relaxed and communal feel of the day. In the evening we had the food truck serving gyros, which went down an absolute treat and was such a great way to round off the night. The team at Kingdom were fantastic from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, helpful and genuinely cared about making sure our day was perfect. Everything felt calm and effortless, which meant we could just enjoy it all without any stress. For us, one of the nicest things about choosing Kingdom is knowing we can keep visiting, whether it is for a coffee at the cafe, a walk, a parkrun or a sauna. It is so lovely that the place where we got married is somewhere we can keep coming back to so casually. We could not have asked for a more beautiful, meaningful or memorable place to celebrate our wedding. Kingdom will always hold such a special place in our hearts and we would recommend it to any couple looking for a venue that feels natural, relaxed and full of warmth.

Absolutely super space which can flex several ways to suite every event. Great catering offer. Wonderful views, outside space, plenty of parking, accommodation on site. No fuss at all !

Sarah

4.6 out of 5 rating

4.6

TreeDwellers is the most utterly magical setting for a woodland wedding. We were lucky to be the first wedding they have hosted and it was nothing short of a dream come true. Friends and family glamped in bell tents in the meadow, where we hosted welcome drinks and pizza on the Friday evening. Close family and friends stayed in the incredible treehouses, where the bridal party spent the wedding morning getting ready. The ceremony and reception drinks/canapés were held in the woodland glade, dappled light glittering through the trees. We followed a brass parade up to the meadow for dinner overlooking the rolling fields and forest, returning to the glade for the evening party in tipis setup among the trees. We had a dry hire arrangement where we organised all the suppliers ourselves and the lovely Hannah from TreeDwellers worked with us to coordinate their arrivals and setup, and managed the on-the-day coordination. TreeDwellers also arranged really nice rustic toilets and showers for the weekend. A truly special place run by a lovely team. Can't wait to come back and visit!

Daniel

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

From our first walk around at The Dreys, we knew this was the venue for our wedding. Jackie and Dave have gone above and beyond to create a hidden gem. As you walk through the woods you are blown away by what you see! The space itself is perfect! Having a seperate dining room and dance floor is great so nobody has to be hurried out. The woodlands themselves are beautiful! I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone. Thank you again to Jackie and Dave! Great communication throughout, always willing to help, and just very nice people! We feel lucky that we could use your beautiful venue for our special day!