Exquisite Surrey Summer Wedding June 09 saw Esc Events producing an exquisite Surrey summer wedding on a site that began somewhat dauntingly as a sloped marshland covered entirely in tall reeds.
The client had big plans of enjoying her wedding reception overlooking her own private lake from a luxurious marquee, a challenge Esc Events was only too happy to take on.
This proved to be a real challenge logistically; allowing the ambitious plans to be fully and safely realised. Whilst ensuring that the natural beauty of the setting was not compromised and that the structure followed the natural lines of the lake and marshland.
A layered scaffolding system was built to compensate for the sloped land up to 5m high in places. Following the line of the lake meant the bespoke 10m x 45m curved Mono pitched marquee had to be swung in on itself to 22.5 degrees at both ends on the platform. (The first of its kind built in the UK) giving the illusion of the whole structure rising up out of the lake.
The deck area was the centre point of the structure allowing views over the stunning setting. The dining area was set back from the balcony inside the marquee with clear walls ensuring that guests could enjoy full views of the lake and surrounding countryside come rain or shine.
Fortunately, glorious sunshine was the order of the day and the bespoke 5m high voile curtains provided attractive and practical shade for the wedding breakfast whilst not obscuring the views!!
On arrival the guests walked from the house up the purpose built walkway over the marshes and onto the terrace where they enjoyed champagne and canapes.
The marquee was ivory lined and the simple classic look of the wedding was carried through with beautiful wild flower arrangements.
As the natural light dimmed, the surrounding land and trees were illuminated, creating a backdrop to the evening with breathtaking effect.
Once the cake was cut, the happy couple disappeared momentarily until the secret wall to the nightclub was whipped away to reveal a waltzing bride and groom in the night club!!
The neon illuminated bar, chequered dance floor, black & red banquette seating and mirrored tables all set the scene for a night of revelry!!
The DJ kept the dance floor packed until the final magic moment of the night: A 8-minute firework spectacular skillfully choreographed to music.
The 150-strong audience was spellbound and the bride speechless; "words can't describe the wonderful firework display"!!
A very special day in an incredible setting
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