We’re absolutely over the moon to share some incredible news—Tree Top Escape has been crowned the GOLD Award Winner for Wedding Venue of the Year at the Devon Tourism Awards 2024! 🏆💍.
Intimate Wedding Ideas - Blog
Dreaming of a Christmas wedding? Tree Top Escape is the perfect festive retreat for your special day. With cosy charm, twinkling lights, and breathtaking Devon views, celebrate your love in a magical winter wonderland. Up to 14 guests can join you for an intimate and unforgettable celebration.
Under pressure to invite guests to your intimate wedding? Our guide shows you how to balance a small, meaningful guest list with a celebration that stays true to your vision. From personal touches to a celebratory toast, find tips to enjoy the best of both worlds at Tree Top Escape.
Discover creative ways to announce your intimate wedding and share the joy with loved ones who couldn’t be there. From heartfelt photos to unique celebrations, find inspiration for making your special day unforgettable.
Celebrate your marriage in the tranquil beauty of Tree Top Escape. Enjoy an intimate, magical setting for just £1,999, including a two-night midweek stay in April 2025. Make your dream wedding come true in the heart of North Devon.
From the excitement of getting ready to the heartfelt moments of the ceremony, and the joyous celebration during the day, having your dog by your side can add an extra layer of happiness to your big day.
Tree Top Escape offers a unique and delightful way to add a touch of magic to your intimate wedding day - feeding our friendly resident alpacas! Meet May, Alberto, Carlos, and our adorable new addition, Baby Winter.
At Graze and S’more, you can indulge in more than just delightful grazing tables. They also offer breakfast boxes, afternoon tea, charcuterie, cheese, and artisan boxes.
North Devon, with its stunning coastal scenery and charming countryside, is not just a paradise for humans but also for our four-legged friends. Exploring the region's delights with your faithful companion can work up quite an appetite, and luckily, there's no shortage of dog-friendly establishments to satisfy both your cravings!
At Tree Top Escape, we understand when couples dream of a wedding day that is not only beautiful but also stress-free and intimate. That's why we've created our Ceremony-Only Wedding package
Tree Top Escape has won one of Feefo’s most exclusive accolades in customer service – the Feefo Exceptional Service badge..
Marcia has many years of experience within the wedding industry from designing and making bespoke wedding dresses to styling show windows and refurbishments to the present day as a wedding stylist.
With over 18 years of wedding photography experience, Becca Roundhill has been part of the Tree Top Escape recommended suppliers since 2012
For families with older kids, North Devon is a playground of excitement and adrenaline-pumping activities.
North Devon is a haven for families seeking memorable and kid-friendly days out see our top recommendation here.
With their nearest and dearest family and friends Andy and Janette (and their four-legged Romanian Rescue Dog Riley) enjoyed an intimate wedding ceremony here at Tree Top Escape in October 2023.
Is there a better time to get married than in the Spring? Everywhere begins to blossom - Spring signals the start of new beginnings.
Horror of horrors you wake up on your very special day and it is raining...
There are three types of wedding ceremony currently performed in the UK, Religious, Civil and Celebrant - Find out more.
Tree Top Escape, as part of the Millbrook Estate Family, has clinched the prestigious title of "Dog-Friendly Business of the Year" at the Devon Tourism Awards 2023/24!
Are you planning an intimate wedding day with just a few of your closest friends and family to witness the special occasion? Then this wedding package is for you!
“After 8 years of event experience at a local family attraction, I decided it was time for a new challenge… One of my favourite events that they hosted was the Wedding Show, I just loved talking about all things Wedding! Meeting Bob, Kate and the team at Tree Top Escape, I instantly felt part of the Millbrook/TTE family and I haven’t looked back since. Now 3 and a half years (and counting) later, I can’t imagine doing anything else.”
If you’re in search of a wedding meal with a twist, our Grill Haus dining experience is like no other! Read a first-hand account of dining in the Grill Haus from one of our Tree Top Escape couples.
North Devon is perfect for a dog friendly holiday with miles of sandy beaches, coastal footpaths and the refreshing Atlantic ocean for a doggy paddle.
It is time to discover Tree Top Escape’s very own room of requirement, a Harry Potter reference that describes the Meadow Room perfectly!
Get married at our amazing Tree Top Escape, with your wedding ceremony in the Nest with the Devon countryside as the backdrop to your wedding. Ideal for just two or bring up to 10 guests to join in your special day. Children and Dogs welcome.
You can enjoy everything our Tree Top Escape wedding packages has to offer with an intimate winter elopement January or February 2025
This may seem a strange topic for a blog, but for some the pressure of planning your wedding day extends to the day itself.
It’s not every day you plan a wedding, and sometimes it can be a little overwhelming knowing where to start, words like ‘giving notice’ and deciding what type of ceremony you’d like can be a little confusing. So, we’ve put together this helpful guide with everything you need to know about how to get legally married in the UK
Some couples may have their perfect day already in mind, others may be considering their options and some might be starting with a blank canvas. With so much to plan and so many decisions to make, it can be overwhelming and you may question where to even begin…
Rural landscapes and stunning coastline, you will find the perfect backdrop for your wedding. Tranquil lakes, luscious green fields, winding paths through crisp woodlands, golden sandy beaches, jagged cliffs, rolling waves and hidden beauty spots are just a few glorious features in North Devon. Perfect for wedding photos!
Ellie and Josh’s story started when they were at high school, with Josh being Ellie’s high school crush, and now nearly 10 years on…after a 6 year engagement, they decided to tie the knot with their with their daughter and closest friends and family to witness.
Since the beginning of Millbrook Cottages 17 years ago, we have entered the Devon Tourism Awards 5 times, and each time we have won GOLD.
We hear from Rita and Em, who celebrated their intimate elopement with us in September.
Watching children enjoy the magic of weddings is one of the real joys we get to witness here at Tree Top Escape. While the celebrations are always exciting, it’s often handy to have some activities lined up for your younger wedding guests to take part in so they also have a truly memorable day filled with love, laughter and fun
While we could happily offer you a million reasons why you should Tree Top Escape as the backdrop for your special day, there’s nothing quite like hearing from couples who have already done so to help you make up your mind!
Over the years, both elopements and intimate weddings have become incredibly popular thanks to a move away from ‘traditional’ weddings and a desire for more low-key or private ceremonies
If you’re considering choosing Tree Top Escape for your small wedding venue, you might like to hear from newlywed couples who have already enjoyed their special day with us
There’s so much for dogs to do, but we only had room for 10 of our favourite North Devon Dog Friendly Days Out - Ruby's Top 10
Winter is undoubtedly one of the most enchanting times of the year, so why not consider choosing a date for your wedding during this magical season? For couples looking to enjoy their wedding day in winter, there are plenty of benefits!
Tree Top Escape offers extra special intimate wedding from just the two of you to up to 14 guests in its amazing Tree Top Setting. Escape last minute to Devon to say "I do!" If you are looking to Get Married Quickly then look no further!
Let’s face it, your perfect day is not perfect if it doesn’t include your waggy tailed best friend! Why should they miss out on the excitement, attention and festivities? Here at Tree Top Escape we welcome furry bridesmaids/ best men /flower girls and four pawed guest to join you for your intimate wedding!
Although perfect for some, the traditional ‘big white wedding’ isn’t for everyone, and today, there are so many other options available when it comes to having a more low-key wedding. From romantic elopements to close-knit ceremonies, the beauty of intimate weddings is that there’s no pressure to do it a certain way, often making for an even more memorable experience. However, as with any wedding, there’s still lots to consider, especially when choosing your intimate wedding venue, so what should you think about?
At Tree Top Escape we encourage couples to think outside the traditional wedding square. We specialise in intimate weddings and welcome weird and wonderful ideas to make your day more personal to you. Just because everyone else is doing something doesn’t mean you have to, choose your wedding your way.