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In light of current events, we understand the shift in desire for smaller weddings. We have always offered small weddings but are now delighted to offer a ceremony only option as well.

Both options allow for wedding ceremonies in either our ceremony room, which can be set out to accommodate smaller guest numbers with intimate style, or, outdoors in our gardens. We have various locations outside, including a rose-covered pergola and woodland glade, which are perfect for a romantic ceremony.

Despite being smaller in size, we understand how important each wedding is for every couple and strive to help perfect their special day. Our small wedding and ceremony only options allow time for preparations, drinks and refreshments and an opportunity for photographs in the gardens. Those choosing a small wedding may also decide to include a wedding breakfast in our courtyard marquee and evening reception.

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Small Weddings

Small weddings, taking place on Wednesdays or Saturdays, may have up to 60 guests for the ceremony and afternoon reception. For small weddings on Saturdays, couples have the possibility to add an evening reception, with 20 additional guests.

Ceremony Only

Our ceremony only option takes place on Wednesdays, however other days, including Saturday, may be available. Couples have the option, for a smaller ceremony or even an elopement, with guest numbers up to 20, or a larger ceremony, for guest numbers up to 60.

Our small wedding and ceremony only options offer couples the chance to choose an affordable and relaxed celebration, without compromising the very special feeling of their wedding.

For more information visit either our Small Weddings page or Ceremony Only page. If you would like to book a viewing or require any further information, please visit our contact page. For full details of booking a registrar please visit Celebrate in Norfolk.

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We were delighted to welcome a number of local wedding suppliers for an elegant photoshoot at Swanton Morley House and Gardens to showcase lots of wedding day inspiration. The overall feel for the shoot was natural and minimalist and was designed and photographed by Cara Zagni Photography.

We used various locations at Swanton Morley House and Gardens, including our Ceremony Room and various areas in our gardens. There were lots of dried flowers and grasses, natural linens and ribbons and the most beautiful wedding dresses and bridal jewellery. The shoot also included delicious wedding cake ideas, gorgeous wedding stationery and elegant bridal hair and make-up. Enjoy!

The flowers

“When deciding what flowers to use for this shoot we wanted to try and match the tones from the decor. For the bouquet and arch, we used a variety of gorgeous dried flowers and grasses with a hint of ivory and burnt apricot which reflected the wicker details from the table and the terracotta tones from the stationery. For our installation above the table, we used all dried flowers and foliages. We wanted to keep the colours warm but not orange. Instead, we chose to work around burnt apricot, caramel and coffee tones throughout the shoot.” – Cara Zagni Photography

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It may be cold outside but we were delighted to have so many beautiful Spring flowers in our Ceremony Room this week. These gorgeous designs would be perfect for decorating any Spring wedding from the Ceremony space to styling the wedding breakfast tables.

Using a mix of vessels filled with greenery from our gardens, lots of Spring flowers were also added to create a romantic style. Spring offers an abundance of flowers to choose from for weddings and many have an incredible scent too. We chose baby pink tulips, hyacinths, spray roses, viburnum and hellebores and added lots of texture with a variety of foliage and trailing ivy.

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Our beautiful Christmas Wreath Workshops at Swanton Morley House, Norfolk are now available to book. This year, we are delighted to welcome Katy from Bracken and Twine Flowers who will be teaching this year’s workshops. Katy, a Norfolk-based independent florist, will be sharing her natural and beautifully romantic style of floristry with our guests.

Guests will be able to create Christmas wreaths using a wide range of flowers, foliage and dried materials. We also include a breath taking array of other natural materials including pinecones, herbs, berries and seed heads. All foliage is cut from our gardens, ensuring a fresh, eco-friendly and bountiful supply. As a result, all our guests are able to get creative and make full lush wreaths. There is so much more to our Christmas wreath workshops than holly!

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Congratulations to Ryan and Hannah, who celebrated their stunning autumnal wedding at Swanton Morley House and Gardens.

Ryan and Hannah chose to have a traditional Church ceremony, which took place at All Saints Church, Swanton Morley. After having tied the knot, guests arrived at our venue and were welcomed with drinks and canapes. Guests also enjoyed participating in garden games, whilst the newly weds were given the opportunity to have some gorgeous photos taken in the gardens.

The courtyard marquee was beautifully decorated for the wedding breakfast. Sunflowers, bunched rosemary & lavender, teacups and bunting created a stylish vintage feel. Afternoon tea was served and guests were able to help themselves to a delicious-looking dessert table shortly afterwards.

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Congratulations to Stacey and Ashely who held their elegant Summer wedding at Swanton Morley House and Gardens!

On the morning of her special day, Stacey and her bridesmaids were able to get ready at the venue. Stacey wore a gorgeous white gown, which was complemented by the peach-coloured roses that made up her bridal bouquet.

After exchanging vows in the Ceremony Room, guests enjoyed welcome drinks and canapes on the terrace. Gardens games were played and the Kavolini String Quartet performed relaxing classical music.

Stacey and Ashely were lucky to have beautiful weather and as a result were able to have some stunning photos taken in our gardens, meadow and woodlands.

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