Real Weddings at Pennsylvania Castle Estate – Abi & Ross

As we near the end of our 2024 wedding season, we are setting aside time to connect with this year’s couples and reminisce about their special days, bringing you a series of blog posts talking all about our real weddings. This week, we had the pleasure of speaking with Abi & Ross, our first couple of the year, who shared their favourite moments and highlights.

First of all, what was the best part of your wedding day, if you had to pick just one?

One of the most magical moments of our wedding day was undoubtedly our reception drinks on the Clifftops roof terrace. Surrounded by our closest friends and family, we were able to soak in the sense of joy and happiness whilst taking in the breathtaking views of Portland that perfectly complemented the joy and excitement of our day.

The orangery was a highlight as we entered for our wedding breakfast. The styling team had meticulously brought our vision to life, and the scene was beyond anything we could have imagined. Seeing our dream come to fruition filled us with an overwhelming sense of happiness.

You chose to hire The Estate exclusively for your wedding, with The Castle & Our Clifftops Lodges.
Did your guests enjoy their stay?

Hiring The Estate elevated our wedding celebration into a remarkable experience for our guests. The beauty of The Castle and the Clifftop Lodges left our guests in awe; some even woke up early the next morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean.

Hiring The Estate let us host a memorable welcome dinner the night before our wedding. Surrounded by family and friends, it set an intimate tone for the celebrations to come. Gathering on the roof terrace of the Clifftops Lodges added magic to our wedding events. The stunning views set the stage for the celebrations.

Our guests were impressed by the luxurious accommodations and the seamless coordination and hospitality provided by The Estate’s team. The welcome messages on the iPads in the Clifftops created a warm and personal experience for our family and friends.

The weather wasn’t on its best behaviour!
Did this effect your day? 

Despite the morning rain, our wedding day was joyous and exciting. The team at The Estate, led by Hannah, smoothly transitioned our outdoor ceremony to the orangery, which turned out stunning and exceeded our expectations.

We stayed calm during the weather hiccup because we trusted the team at The Estate who provided several equally stunning options. They created a magical setting for us and ensured our day proceeded flawlessly, allowing us to focus on the love and happiness of the moment.

Our in-house styling team, The Penn Creative Collection were honoured to style your wedding.
Were you happy with the look?

We were thrilled with the work of The Penn Creative Collection. They transformed our wedding into a vision of elegance and beauty. Their artistry in the orangery and throughout the castle surpassed anything we could have imagined.

The florals and styling were simply beautiful and perfectly aligned with our vision of an elegant and timeless wedding. Every detail, from the centrepieces to the subtle accents, were thoughtfully curated and flawlessly executed. Stepping into the orangery and seeing everything come together was a moment of pure joy for us.

The floral arrangements and styling perfectly matched our vision of an elegant and timeless wedding. Seeing everything come together in the orangery brought us pure joy.

What advice would you give other couples considering having their wedding Pennsylvania Castle?

Couples considering getting married at Pennsylvania Castle should embrace the expertise and support of the venue’s incredible team. Utilizing the in-house styling team, Penn Creative Collection, was one of the best decisions we made. Their exceptional attention to detail made our wedding day truly magical.

Additionally, trusting in the team at Pennsylvania Castle was invaluable. They seamlessly coordinated with vendors, ensured everything ran smoothly on the day, and handled any challenges with grace and professionalism. Their calm demeanour and extensive experience alleviated so much stress from the planning process and allowed us to fully enjoy every moment of our wedding day.

You can read all about the lead up to Abi & Ross’s big day in our previously blog post – Meet Our Couples. You can also discover how their floral and styling dream came to life – Bespoke Wedding Styling – Abi & Ross.