A New Forest Eco-Friendly Wedding: Becki and Avoen’s Special Day

A New Forest Eco-Friendly Wedding: Becki and Aveon’s Special Day

Two years ago, on one of the hottest days of the year, Becki and Avoen celebrated their relationship with a relaxed and fun DIY wedding in the heart of the New Forest (Why does this immediately sound like a Disney movie intro?). This sustainable celebration showed their love for each other… and the environment, a perfect example of how easy it is to plan a eco-friendly wedding with a little creativity (and help from family and friends).

A Church Service

The day began with a heartfelt church service. Becki and Avoen exchanged their vows surrounded by their closest friends and family. The quaint church, adorned with simple yet elegant decorations, perfectly reflected the couple’s eco-friendly ethos. Natural flowers, locally sourced, added a touch of colour, showing how easy adding sustainable choices can be.

A New Forest Wedding Day

After the ceremony, the celebration moved to a local hall nestled in the New Forest plains. The reception was a true DIY masterpiece. Family and friends came together to create a joyful and relaxed atmosphere. With some parts of the decor still being put up buy helpful guests as we all arrived! The hall was decorated with handmade crafts, recycled materials, and repurposed items, demonstrating that with a little creativity, an eco-friendly wedding can be both beautiful and budget-friendly. Becki and Avoen’s loved ones contributed their talents and efforts, making the day not only sustainable but also deeply personal, even better we were graced with the arrival of some New Forest Donkeys (which I know Becki and Avoen were really hoping for). Many guests opted to camp on site that evening and spent the evening chatting and enjoying the hand-made garden games.

Photographing New Forest Wedding’s is always such a joy, but I think this one will stay with me for a long time. Becki and Avoen were sweet enough to leave this lovely review after receiving their wedding photos.

“Katie is absolutely brilliant from start to finish! She is so friendly, professional, helpful, thinks of things you wouldn’t have. All of our friends and family said how wonderful she was as well. Thank you for capturing our special day and being an additional sparkle to our wedding.”

Eco-Friendly Elements: Simple and Sustainable Choices

There are so many ways you can plan the wedding of your dreams, whilst still considering it’s impact on the environment. Here are some eco-friendly wedding ideas that you can consider for your special day:

• Locally Sourced Flowers: Using flowers grown locally not only supports local farmers but also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transporting them. There are many florists who work solely with locally sourced flowers.
• Plant-Based Catering: Choosing a plant-based menu can significantly lower the environmental impact of your wedding, it can also mean you are more mindful about the amount of food waste after your wedding. It’s also a delicious way to cater to diverse dietary requirements.
• Biodegradable Tableware: Instead of single-use plastics, consider biodegradable or reusable tableware. A super simple switch that can make a big difference.
• Eco-Friendly Confetti: Use biodegradable confetti or natural options like dried flower petals or leaves to celebrate without harming the environment. I have had some couples who dried all of the petals from flowers they had been given (or had given to each other) in the year leading up to the big day, making their confetti moment feel so special.

Planning your own Eco-Friendly Wedding?

Take a page from Becki and Avoen’s book and embrace the power of creativity, community, and sustainable choices. By incorporating these eco-friendly ideas, you can ensure your wedding is as kind to the planet as it is beautiful. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly wedding photographer who understands and values sustainability, look no further.

Suppliers:
Photography: Clearly Wild Photography
Floristry: Fig and Bramble
Hair and Makeup: Fiona Lucy Clark
Catering: Clementine Catering