Royle Forest Wedding - A Magical Woodland Wedding Venue on the Staffordshire-Derbyshire Border
Henry and Georgina
Choosing the right wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make when planning your big day but if you happen to choose Royle Forest as your wedding venue you definitely won’t be dissapointed. Royle Forest Weddings is a tipi wedding venue with a fairytale feel, nestled in the heart of a 200 acre ancient forest on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire border, you’ll walk through hand burnt rustic gates, stone pillars, and a ruined archway into a forest walkway illuminated by festoon lighting. This kind of natural, woodland wedding venue feels both intimate and grand making it perfect for couples who want something a little different but special.
Grand Entrance and Forest Walkway
The entrance to Royle Forest Weddings is nothing short of enchanting, featuring handmade rustic swan gates hanging between two ornate stone pillars. As you drive down the winding forest path you’ll arrive at a ruined archway which really sets the scene for the magical journey into nature that awaits. The experience continues down a long winding path covered in festoon lighting, that at night transforms into a romantic spectacle as you make your way through the forest, creating the perfect setting for some stunning photographs.
Tipi Village in the Forest Clearing
Nestled in the heart of this woodland is the Forest Clearing where you will find five interconnected tipis, two for dining/seating, one for dancing (with plenty of space for a live band), one for the bar/cocktails, and one for a cozy lounge. This kind of layout offers flexibility, flow and plenty of wow factor, from cocktail hour by firepits, to dancing under the trees, to lounging by the bar. If you're dreaming of a festival style wedding venue that still feels refined and luxurious then Royle Forrest Weddings delivers on every level.
Separating these tipi’s from the forest is a stunning wooden decked walkway surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens including an outdoor fire pit which invites guests to gather and enjoy the evening air under the stars. As night falls the whole venue transforms into a beautifully romantic setting with festoon lighting twinkling in the trees giving the venue a stunning fairytale feel that just so happens to be perfect for photography.
The Bears Lair
For the happy couple Royle Forest Wedding offer ‘The Bears Lair’ which is a separate cosy cottage that sleeps two. This beautiful cottage offers a large open plan living area that doubles as a dressing room with makeup and hair stations, making it an ideal space for getting ready on your big day with enough space to accomodate up to 12 friends or family members
Celebrate Love Under The Stars
Royle Forest is a beautiful and unique wedding venue but it’s at night when this venue truly comes alive. The beautiful forest setting with festoon lights twinkling in the trees, the warmth of the firepits and the rustic charm of the tipi’s really do combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere for your wedding celebrations so for couples wanting a romantic woodland wedding, this venue offers an incredible setting to celebrate long into the evening under the stars.
Sustainability and Ethical Commitment
For couples who care about sustainability and want their wedding to reflect their values, Royle Forest scores highly as a sustainable wedding venue. For every wedding booked, the venue plants 30 trees, giving back to the woodland that hosts it. With recyclable products, plastic free initiatives, and a strong commitment to minimising environmental impact, Royle Forest stands out as a sustainable wedding venue in Staffordshire that allows you to celebrate responsibly.
The ‘why’ That Ties it All Together
So why choose Royle Forest? Simple…because its rare, unique and simply stunning and strikes the perfect balance between nature and luxury so if you fancy a woodland wedding that will make you go ‘wow’ at every turn then Royle Forest Weddings has got you covered and you certainly won’t be disappointed.
