The Water meadow
Full of wild birds, butterflies and flowers
Re-wilding of the water meadow
You will likely see farmer Bertie’s cows grazing the water meadow in the autumn. This helps to keep the natural balance of the pasture and also to fertilise the grass.
The vision is to restore the natural marsh and water meadow landscape of the Little Stour valley.
Just so you know in advance, the ceremony area on the water meadows may not be fully viewable all year round due to our commitment to wildlife and in conjunction with the wilding and natural regeneration programme of this carbon sink. When the water lays on the peatland the meadows gradually return to their natural state with overwintering buntings and sedge warblers and to support the return of beavers and water voles, rare shining ramshorn snail and we hope, dipping birds such as plover and lapwing. This important and rare peatland captures and stores atmospheric carbon dioxide which is, today, so important.
What we do
We make dreams come true. No really we do. We have a stellar team of talented people who thrive on hosting.
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Three giant big hat tip tents for your reception and party, set in a clearing in the ancient woodland..
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We have big skies and miles of open space where we capture the best golden hour photos on the water meadow
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10 beautiful curated bell tents. Hot showers, luxury bed linen & proper beds
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Sustainably built and fully stocked our champagne shack bar is nestled into the heart of the Woodland Glade, ready to serve your favourite tipple.
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We have big skies and miles of open space on the Water Meadow, where you can capture the best sunset & golden hour photos.
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Complete with rustic refectory tables, long wooden benches, twinkly lights & greenery.
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The woodland glade and tipis take on a new dimension at night with hundreds of twinkly lights. Dont forget to bring your dancing shoes.
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The charming footbridge takes you from the huge open space of the Water Meadow into the twinkling glade of the ancient woodland.
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The Woodland Glade comes alive at night time with hundreds of twinkly lights, the fire pit, Champagne Shack and the tree house.
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Bring your beloved dog to your day.
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The water meadow is a haven for butterflies, wild flowers and even beavers.