Celebrating Love in Full Bloom: The Enchanting Nature of Holding an Outdoor Ceremony
If you are looking for ideas for your wedding ceremony setting, an outdoor space is a great option, offering a special experience for the exchanging of your vows.
One of the primary advantages of outdoor ceremonies is the breath-taking surroundings they can provide. Nature offers a living backdrop without the need for extravagant decorations, and you can enjoy lush greenery and vibrant flowers, as a stunning canvas for the proceedings.
The flexibility of the outdoors allows for creative customisation, and you can choose from different settings within the garden at The Inner Temple, whether it is under the canopy of impressive plane trees, in the intimate peony garden or at the bottom of the stone garden steps with the grand expanse of the lawn behind.
The natural elements can be enhanced with wooden cross back chairs and bouquets and buttonholes which reflect the flowers of the garden. A floral arch and flowers dotted along the edges of the aisle are also beautiful additional touches.
Another benefit of outdoor ceremonies, is the natural lighting which can enhance images, creating stunning photographs which will make the day extra special to look back on.
Outdoor licensed wedding ceremonies are a relatively new phenomena after laws remained largely unchanged from 1836 prohibiting legal ceremonies in outdoor spaces without a solid structure and a permanent roof, they were finally amended on 1st July 2021, allowing legal ceremonies in outdoor spaces. This created greater flexibility in an age where there is increasing demand to break the mould of traditional weddings. The Inner Temple can currently offer outdoor blessings with the legal part done separately, but a ceremony license is anticipated to follow soon so watch this space!
The ceremony can also transition seamlessly into an outdoor drink’s reception, perhaps with garden games to enjoy, before guests move indoors for the wedding breakfast and evening celebrations. You could also tie in your catering with the surroundings and offer bright and fresh canapes with zesty flavours and edible flowers.
Outdoor ceremonies offer a range of benefits, but they do come with logistical considerations. Weather becomes a crucial factor, requiring contingency plans. At The Inner Temple an indoor wet weather contingency is always provided as a backup option, to ensure the celebrations can proceed smoothly regardless of the elements.
Overall, outdoor ceremonies provide an immersive experience for you and your guests, connecting the ceremony to the beauty of the natural world. The versatility, unique setting and intimate atmosphere make them a special choice with options for personalisation to make them unique to you as a couple and become an integral part of the narrative of your day.
To enquire about holding an outdoor ceremony and reception at The Inner Temple and start growing your wedding dreams, get in touch today on 020 7797 8230 or email venuehire@innertemple.org.uk.