At Cheswell Grange
As more couples look for meaningful ways to celebrate their wedding day, sustainability has become an important consideration. Creating an eco-conscious wedding doesn’t mean compromising on style or luxury – in fact, a thoughtfully planned sustainable wedding often feels even more personal and intentional.
At Cheswell Grange, our countryside setting and exclusive-use venue naturally lend themselves to a more sustainable approach. Here are 5 beautiful ways to create a sustainable wedding, while still enjoying an unforgettable day.
1. Choose a Venue That Reduces Travel
One of the most impactful decisions you can make when planning a sustainable wedding is your venue.
By choosing a venue that can host both your ceremony and reception in one location, you significantly reduce travel for your guests. Cheswell Grange offers a seamless wedding experience, allowing guests to enjoy the entire day in one stunning rural setting.
If guests are travelling from further afield, consider arranging shared transport such as a coach to reduce the number of individual car journeys. Not only is this more environmentally friendly, but it also adds a relaxed, sociable start to the celebrations. We have ample car parking if the coach stays all day.
2. Opt for Locally Sourced Food & Drink
Supporting local suppliers is a wonderful way to reduce your wedding’s carbon footprint while also celebrating seasonal produce.
Choose caterers who prioritise locally sourced, ethically produced ingredients. Seasonal menus often require less transportation and can be tailored to reflect the time of year. Vegetarian or vegan menu options are also an excellent sustainable choice and have become increasingly popular with wedding guests.
For drinks, opt for refillable glass bottles, water served in jugs, and avoid single-use plastics wherever possible.
3. Rethink Wedding Stationery
Wedding stationery is an area where small changes can make a big difference.
Consider sending digital invitations or directing guests to RSVP via your wedding website. On the day, menus and orders of service can be displayed on beautifully designed signs or shared digitally with guests.
If you love printed stationery, opt for recycled or FSC-certified paper, soy-based inks, and minimal packaging.
4. Choose Sustainable Flowers & Floristry
Flowers are a key part of wedding styling, but they can also be more eco-friendly than you might think.
Choose British, seasonal or locally grown flowers, which require fewer air miles. Foam-free floristry is another excellent sustainable option, and many florists now specialise in eco-conscious designs.
After your wedding, consider donating your flowers to a local care home or community space so they can be enjoyed beyond the day.
5. Embrace Minimalist Styling & Thoughtful Décor
A sustainable wedding is often about doing less, but doing it beautifully.
Cheswell Grange’s characterful interiors and countryside surroundings mean you can embrace a minimalist styling approach. DIY décor, borrowed items, upcycled pieces, and reusable signage all help reduce waste while adding a personal touch.
For confetti, swap plastic for biodegradable dried petals or leaves, ideally sourced locally.
The Key Principles of a Sustainable Wedding
When planning an eco-conscious celebration, keep these three principles in mind:
- Reduce waste – reuse, recycle, and avoid unnecessary items
- Avoid single-use plastics – choose glass, wood, fabric, and natural materials
- Reduce carbon emissions – support local suppliers and minimise travel
A sustainable wedding is about making thoughtful choices that align with your values – without sacrificing elegance or atmosphere.
If you would like to find out more about hosting a sustainable wedding at Cheswell Grange, our team would be delighted to help you plan a day that is both beautiful and environmentally conscious. Send us an email or call or on 07346 145085 to arrange an appointment.
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