From the moment we first saw Thursford Garden Pavilion and met Emma and Melissa, we knew it was the perfect venue for us and that we would be in good hands! Even more perfect was that we could have our lovely dogs with us for the whole experience. 

 

We decided to stay at Holly Lodge the night before the wedding which was the icing on the cake. On the day of set up, it made things so much easier to be able to just walk back over to Holly Lodge and start the wedding celebrations. The groom’s birthday was also on this day, so we were able to have a little gathering in the beautiful garden and also use the bikes. We stayed in the bridal suite the night before and then the Shepherds Hut on the night of the wedding. Teresa and everyone at Holly Lodge were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond with making our stay special. It felt like they were part of the family whilst we were there. 

 

We had the ceremony in the Secret Garden which was truly magical, all thanks to Melissa (the unpredictable British weather making things uncertain). She made sure there was a Plan B and no stress required! We had the beautiful and incredibly talented ‘Sue’s Acoustic’ sing me down the aisle which could not have been more perfect, so many people commented how wonderful Sue was and complimented the beautiful surroundings perfectly. 

 

We decided to have the rides in the museum for all the guests after the ceremony, along with canapes served and tickets given out for the ice-cream parlour! All the guests were blown away and so shocked that this was all part of the wedding.  They had a fabulous time on the Gondola and Gallopers and still mention now: it was the best wedding they’ve been to! 

 

We chose a three-course meal with the package and would not have changed a thing, absolutely amazing food and service, we could not have asked for more. From the set up the day before with the help of Melissa, the dancefloor reveal and the confetti throw, to keeping all the guests happy and opening the rides for a second time in the evening, every little detail was cared for by the wonderful staff at Thursford.  

 

Thursford Garden Pavilion was beyond stunning, Holly Lodge luxurious and the food absolutely beautiful, but it wouldn’t have been what it was without Melissa and all the amazing staff who work there to make it all so perfect. 

 

Thank you to everyone from the bottom of our hearts, we had the best day of our lives and wish we could do it all over again. 

 

Natalie & Gary  x X x 

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Photographer:  Richard Kingsley Photography