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1. Fairytale chandeliers

What better way to illuminate a golden, Somerset stone barn than with a chandelier made up of tiny, flickering fairy lights? This statement glowing lighting makes weddings at Almonry Barn utterly unforgettable and feel as close to a fairytale as they do to reality.

2. Blossom trees

When you’re getting married in a country house, you’re often already blessed with high ceilings, grand interiors and lots of space. Kirsty and David certainly were when they married here at Iscoyd Park, making the most of both their ceremony and reception rooms by introducing tall blossom trees, drawing the eye upwards and adding a romantic, fairytale finishing touch.

3. Silver candelabra

Echoing the glistening glass chandeliers that make Danesfield House so stunning, Anouska and Greig added shiny silver candelabra to their tables to complement their venue’s existing style. Finished with elegant roses, softening gypsophila and garlands of crystal beads, they enhanced the glittering effect of the chandeliers above. And the result? A wedding reception that was chic, stylish and super luxurious.

4. Stylish ceilings

Whether your venue is ultra-modern like the Cavalli Wine and Stud Farm, South Africa, pictured here, or a blank canvas back in the UK, drapes are a simple way to lavish a decadent feel upon any space. Lighter coloured fabrics will retain a breezy feel, while a statement chandelier ramps up the glamour. In large spaces like tipis, try out coloured options, too.

5.Bunting galore

A feature of many country weddings, bunting is one of the best decorations to use to bring a theme together. It’s a great addition if you want 360-degree style, or to make the most of your venue’s lofty features. At Swallows Nest Barn in Warwickshire, the 19th-century exposed beams, high ceilings and traditional brickwork are well worth celebrating.

6. Twinkling fairy lights

Wrap softly sparkling fairy lights around your venue’s beams, as they appear at Blake Hall, or drape them from the rafters above. For country houses, try clustering fairy lights around the fireplace or hanging nets of them behind the dance floor. There’s nothing like their romantic glow, ever so slightly out of focus, as a backdrop for your first dance photos…

7. Chiavari chairs

A must for rustic weddings, you’ll find chiavari chairs cropping up in most barn venues, with either white painted, lime washed, stained or natural wood finishes. Peter and Nicole decorated the soft, pale wood seating at Bassmead Manor Barns with milk bottles, tied with twine and filled with gypsophila, to enhance their whimsical, country theme.

8. Photo displays

Upcycle panels from room dividers that are no longer used to become personalised photo displays. You could use them for your seating plan, or simply to share the story of your romance and relationship so far. This photo display is painted to perfectly complement the neutral country colours in The Tithe Barn at Old Ditcham Farm, with fabric drapes adding a dreamy finishing touch.


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