Knottingwood

Knottingwood feels like a wedding venue discovered at the end of a country road and then kept secret for just the people invited.

Set across 50 acres near Ilderton, the property combines open farmland with a wooded ceremony setting where trails wind through the trees and vows can be exchanged surrounded by forest.

After the ceremony, everyone can gather in the barn for dinner and dancing. The reception space can accommodate up to approximately 140 guests and is intentionally understated, allowing couples to bring in their own colours, florals and vision without fighting against an overly decorated room.

The barn is accessible, has on-site washrooms and can be heated when evenings turn cool, giving the rustic setting some very practical comfort.

The surrounding woods also become one of the loveliest parts of the day. Couples can disappear along the trails for photographs while the reception continues nearby, then return as the room begins to glow for the evening.

For couples who want a real countryside wedding with forest vows and a warm barn celebration, Knottingwood offers both without making the day feel overly staged.

• A barn for the celebration
• Live music welcome
• Every couple welcome
• Photo spots everywhere
• Accessible