April 03, 2026

Fair Well - A Spring Day to Remember

Once again, we’re smiling from ear to ear after Sunday.

Thank you to everyone who came along. For sharing your wonderful ideas and plans with us, for the wandering, and for bringing such a magic energy to the house and grounds.

There’s something about this time of year that feels like the right moment for us to open our doors and invite you all in.

The gardens are waking up; the light is shifting and across the estate, things are slowly coming back to life and starting up again - quietly, but with a real sense of movement.

And somehow, the weather met us halfway. A little breezy in places, but the rain held off and the day stayed dry, which felt like a small win considering the forecast wasn’t looking to be on our side…

A House Full of People (as it should be)

The Court is always at its best when it’s full, and Sunday was exactly that.

Couples moving through the rooms, conversations being had about the finder details of their wedding, glasses in hand, ideas forming as people wandered from one space to the next.

Not rushed. Not staged. Just a chance to see the place as it is and imagine how a day with us might unfold.

Rooms Brought to Life

Inside the house, each space had its own feel.

The Great Hall was filled with music from Nero String Quartet and Apollo Live - a steady, atmospheric backdrop as guests arrived and settled in. Jenny Fleur’s flowers softened the space, adding colour without overwhelming it.

In the Dining Room, Lauradana at Wedding Creations brought something a little different - thoughtful styling, layered details, and a dose of inspiration for those couples looking to host a more intimate affair.

Upstairs, the Smoking Room had a quieter rhythm, with Chloe Britton and Ruth Starkie offering a glimpse into the morning of the wedding - calm, considered, and unhurried.

And in the Drawing Room, conversations flowed just as easily as the wine. Elmore Wines were on hand to guide pairings, Darren Campbell was quietly astonishing people with moments of magic, and Rachel at Salt & Scent was on hand to assist with all things wedding planning related.

Azure Cars lined the front of the house, providing a quiet reminder of how the day begins as much as how it unfolds.

The Gillyflower in Full Swing

Out in the Gillyflower, things felt a little livelier.

WedHead’s furniture provided a comfortable sitting area for guests to take it all in, while Sorori Design Events, Deabill & Quince and The Luxe Collection added thoughtful details that tied everything together without ever feeling overdone.

There was, of course, music too. Apollo Live returned alongside Synergy Band and DJ Ben from NJ Events, building into the kind of energy that feels like the beginning of an evening rather than the middle of a Sunday.

There was also plenty to see (and taste).

Cakes and samples from Cherish Cakes and Cake Daydreams drew people in. Quinn’s Jewellery was rousing curiosity and had a steady stream of visitors at their jewellery station, and Sophie England’s live illustrations quietly captured moments as they happened.

Through The Woods We Ran were enjoying chats and sharing their work, whilst Gary Nunn was there capturing it all as it happened.

Out on the Meadow

Out on the Gillyflower Meadow, things gathered pace.

The Elmore Food and Futures Tent was heaving - a steady flow of people coming through to chat, and sample a taste of the locally sourced delights of our kitchens.

Alongside it, Dough Woodfired Pizzas had their pizza oven working overtime, and there was no shortage of cocktails being passed around. Gin and vodka-based offerings, infused with rhubarb and basil from our very own Walled Garden.

Every Event Hire had created a space to pause - lawn games, relaxed seating, and somewhere to step away for a moment.

The People Behind It All

A big thank you to everyone who brought the day together.

From photographers to florists, stylists to musicians, and all the quieter roles in between. It’s always a pleasure to have so many talented people in one place. We are eternally grateful for the time and effort that they put in to make the day what it is, and we count our lucky stars that we get to work with such wonderful people.