A bride in a lace gown and veil walking through an enchanting Sherwood Forest glade beneath sweeping ancient tree branches.

Sherwood Glade Wedding with Carefree Vibes

When Loren and Ryan asked me too shoot their forest wedding I was so excited. My very first visit to Sherwood Glade and it didn’t disappoint. A stunning venue hidden away in old woodlands just on the edge of Nottingham. Perfect for my style and approach as a Nottingham wedding photographer I was thrilled to get a chance to shoot here.

  • Bride and groom walking hand in hand through Sherwood Forest, beneath a sweeping ancient tree on a leaf-covered woodland floor.
  • A bride and groom kissing under warm string lights as guests watch and celebrate around them.

A WOODLAND WEDDING WITH BEAUTIFUL MOROCCAN STYLING, RAIN, SUNSHINE AND PARTYING.

The Details

Sherwood Glade

Secluded away in Sherwood Forest lies Nottingham’s finest woodland wedding venue.

Bacon sarnies and best friends, the getting ready at home excitement is real.

I spent the morning documenting Loren getting ready with her bridesmaids and family. Her sweet little pupper was by her side all morning, it was adorable. Loren’s dad was making bacon sarnies, what a guy! The morning vibe was definitely relaxed excitement and a little bit of nerves over the consistent rain we had all morning. They picked this date because it had been the hottest day the year before.

  • Bride has her hair styled in a cosy living room while a bridesmaid in a rust robe applies her makeup.
  • Four bridesmaids in matching personalised burgundy satin robes laughing and toasting with champagne on the wedding morning.
  • "Bride in white robe checks her hair and makeup in a mirror while getting ready for her wedding day."
  • Bride in a white lace robe holds champagne while a small Jack Russell terrier sits at her feet.
  • A red-haired bride in a lace wedding dress with a long train stands in a warmly lit bedroom getting ready on her wedding morning.
  • A young flower girl peeks curiously through the staircase bannisters in a warmly lit hallway on the wedding morning.
  • A close-up of a red-haired bride in a lace wedding dress being helped into her gown by a family member on the wedding morning.
  • A dramatic silhouette of a bride in her wedding dress and veil standing on a staircase backlit by a window.
  • Family and guests react with delight as they see the bride in her dress for the first time on the wedding morning.

Woodland ceremony with bright colourful flowers and Moroccan-inspired details

They were so lucky to have sunshine in all the right places throughout the day. One of their main priorities besides the ceremony and food was to have all their friends and family in one place and Sherwood Glade is the perfect venue for that. I loved seeing these two tie the knot having met Loren when I photographed her brother’s wedding in a different part of Sherwood Forest.

  • A Sherwood Glade woodland ceremony setup with a Persian rug aisle, silver lanterns and a draped floral arch among birch trees.
  • A lush floral arrangement of purple hydrangeas, trailing greenery and wildflowers adorning a woodland wedding ceremony arch.
  • Three groomsmen in matching pink suits wait at the woodland ceremony arch beside a lantern-lined Persian rug aisle.
  • A smiling groom in a pink suit stands with groomsmen beside a lantern-lined woodland aisle as his bride approaches in the distance.
  • A bride walks down a lantern-lined woodland aisle with her father, guests standing to watch as flower girls look on.
  • A beaming groom in a pink suit greets his bride and her father at the woodland ceremony aisle as guests look on.

A humanist ceremony in the woods at Sherwood Glade

The ceremony was just gorgeous with the Moroccan decor and the woodland backdrop. They had a few special friends come up and give some heartfelt readings, along with singing and a lovely humanist led ceremony.

  • A wide shot of an outdoor woodland wedding ceremony at Sherwood Glade, with guests seated on benches along a lantern-lined aisle.
  • A kilted reader delivers a reading at a woodland ceremony arch as the smiling bride and groom look on with a guest alongside.
  • Bride and groom holding hands and gazing at each other during their outdoor woodland ceremony as guests watch from behind.
  • Bride and groom share their first kiss at an outdoor woodland ceremony as guests cheer and applaud on either side.
  • Wedding guests seated on benches in a woodland glade, attentively watching the outdoor ceremony among the trees.
  • Bride and groom at a woodland ceremony arch as colourful bridesmaids with vibrant bouquets look on from their seats.
  • Laughing bride and groom showered with confetti as they leave their woodland ceremony arch, the bride holding a vibrant bouquet.
  • Beaming bride and groom walk back down the woodland aisle through a confetti shower as guests cheer on either side.

Sherwood Glade photos in the oldest part of the forest.

After the “I Do’s” I took them into the older part of the forest for some champagne and relaxed portraits. I gave Loren and Ryan plenty of space to chat and laugh and take in their amazing day so far, short and sweet but we got some lovely photos and they had a little reset together before going back into all the hype and excitement.

  • A bride in a lace gown and veil walking through an enchanting Sherwood Forest glade beneath sweeping ancient tree branches.
  • Bride and groom laughing together with champagne in a woodland clearing, the bride's lace train spread across the fallen leaves.
  • A close-up of a bride's flowing lace and tulle wedding dress train trailing across the woodland floor.
  • Bride and groom sharing a kiss beneath a magnificent ancient tree in the heart of Sherwood Forest woodland.
  • A couple standing before a sprawling tree at Sherwood Glade, dressed in wedding attire among the forest.

Walking into the reception to Still Dre (iconic)

Of many memorable parts of their day, one of the most memorable for me would have to be when Loren and Ryan walked into dinner to Dr Dre’s Still Dre – what a pair of legends! The weather had taken a turn in the afternoon so we decided to wait it out to do some family photos. I’m so glad we did, everyone was feeling pretty relaxed by the evening, the group photos were such a laugh, with a few lovely moments scattered in between. Family photos don’t always have this vibe, it’s never the part of the day anyone wants to do but those photos are priceless.

  • Rustic tipi wedding tables dressed with burnt orange runners, trailing ivy, vibrant floral centrepieces and navy napkins.
  • A rustic wedding place setting with a navy napkin, copper ring, kraft place card and miniature bottle favour on a wooden table.
  • A two-tier semi-naked wedding cake decorated with burnt orange and blush roses, topped with a "Mr & Mrs" bunting topper.
  • Four male wedding guests chatting and drinking on the woodland glade lawn, with a smoking BBQ visible in the background.
  • Interior of a fairy-lit tipi wedding reception with long rustic benches, colourful floral centrepieces and milling guests.
  • Guests cheering and raising hands during a lively wedding breakfast inside a fairy-lit tipi with colourful floral centrepieces.
  • Guests pouring wine and champagne at a lively wedding reception inside a fairy-lit tipi decorated with colourful flowers.
  • Two laughing wedding guests walk arm in arm along a barrel-lined woodland aisle, one wearing a kilt and sharing an umbrella.
  • Three suited wedding guests seated inside a tipi, downing shots at the same time with exaggerated expressions.
  • A guest in a red jumpsuit strikes a joyful pose on the woodland ceremony aisle lined with whisky barrels and lanterns.
  • Wedding guests seated at rustic benches inside a fairy-lit tipi, listening to a speech amid colourful floral table decorations.
  • Wedding guests mingling outside twin tipi tents nestled in a woodland glade at Sherwood Forest.
  • A bride and guests gather around a rustic directional signpost showing distances to Nottingham, Newcastle and Marrakesh
  • A chaotic and hilarious group photo moment as a guest dives to the ground, surrounded by laughing wedding guests and flower girls.
  • A bride dancing joyfully with arms outstretched outside tipi tent, champagne in hand, as wedding guests mingle behind her.
  • Two people hugging in a forest clearing, dressed in suits among tall trees and greenery.
  • A smiling bride in a forest clearing holding a bright bouquet among birch trees and ferns.
  • A bride in a lace dress smiling as she walks through a forest, holding a bright bouquet among birch trees.
  • A group of guests posing in a forest clearing, dressed for a celebration among tall birch trees.

A woodland tipi party that did not disappoint.

When the band Can’t Stop The Feeling kicked in, the dance floor filled instantly. They brought serious energy and amazing sound and played loads of bangers – the dancefloor was packed all night.

  • A bride and groom dancing under warm string lights as guests smile and watch around them.
  • A bride and groom kissing under warm string lights as guests watch and celebrate around them.
  • The glowing tipi tent at Sherwood Glade, lit by warm lanterns and surrounded by trees at night.
  • A singer performing with a live band under warm string lights inside a tent, raising her fist mid‑song.
  • A bride and groom kissing as guests cheer around them under warm string lights at a lively celebration.
  • A glowing tipi tent at night with guests gathered nearby, surrounded by warm lights and trees.
  • A group of guests dancing and celebrating indoors under colorful lights with drinks raised in the air.
  • People dancing and celebrating under colorful lights, raising drinks and singing in a lively party atmosphere.
  • Two men celebrating on the dance floor, one sitting on the other's shoulders amid colorful party lights.
  • A warm, crowded tipi‑lit reception with guests dancing and chatting under glowing string lights and wooden beams.
  • A warmly lit pair of tipis glowing at night, with guests gathered inside and rustic seating scattered across the grass.

I ADORED SHOOTING THIS WEDDING. LOREN, RYAN AND ALL YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR DAY AND TRUSTING ME TO CAPTURE THESE MOMENTS.

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT X

“Having trust and good vibes with someone that is going to capture the some of the most happiest day of your life is important.”

– LOREN + RYAN

faqs

for planning A SHERWOOD GLADE WEDDING

01.
Where is Sherwood Glade?

Just outside Nottingham it’s in the countryside but only 20mins from the city centre and 40mins from East Midlands Airport

02.
When is the venue open?

It is a seasonal venue, generally operating from June to September.

03.
What is the guest capacity?

Sherwood Glade can accommodate intimate weddings up to large sized weddings between 30 and 200 guests.

04.
Can we bring our own suppliers?

Absolutely. You have full flexibility to bring in your own caterers, florists, furniture, and more. They are happy to help with recommended suppliers.

05.
What are the parking arrangements?

A private parking area on hardstanding or grass with space for 30 – 80 cars, depending on layout.

06.
Are pets allowed?

Sherwood Glade is a pet friendly wedding venue, from dogs to horses they accept all the pets.

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