What Nicola Loves Most About Her Role
For Nicola, it always comes back to the people. "What I love most is getting to meet so many wonderful couples — plus their dogs, which is always a highlight!" she says. No two days are ever the same at Tree Top Escape, and that variety is something Nicola genuinely treasures. Every wedding brings its own personalities, stories and little surprises, and being part of something so unique each time is a privilege she never takes for granted.
The Moment That Always Gives Her Butterflies
Ask Nicola which moment on a wedding day still gives her butterflies, and she doesn't hesitate: the grand entrance. "Just before it happens, I always try to sneak a quick look at the groom or bride who's waiting," she says. "There's something magical about catching that exact moment their face changes as they see their partner walk in." It's a moment she's witnessed many times, and one that still moves her every single time.
The Quiet Moments Couples Never Realise She Sees
Nicola has a soft spot for the in-between moments — the ones that often go unnoticed in the blur of the day. When couples sit down to sign the legal paperwork, it's frequently the very first chance they've had to talk properly since the morning began. "There's this little bubble of calm and connection," she explains, "that feels so special." And right after the ceremony, before they step out to their guests and the confetti, there's another tiny pause — a look between two people that says everything: we did it. "Those moments are beautiful to witness," she says. "I feel very lucky to see them."
Her Favourite Part of the Planning Journey
For Nicola, the magic often starts long before the wedding day itself. "I love the very first chat," she says. "You learn so much about a couple from the reasons behind choosing a small wedding and the kind of day they want to create." That initial conversation sets the tone for everything that follows, and Nicola finds real joy in helping couples shape a day that truly reflects who they are — one that feels completely and utterly theirs.
The Moment She Thinks: "This Is Why I Do This"
It's always at the end of the day. "When I say goodbye and see the smiles and the happiness — that's it for me," Nicola says. The messages couples leave in the guestbook, or send in the days that follow, mean the world to her. And of course, as she laughs, the dogs help remind her why she loves this job too.
Why Tree Top Escape Weddings Feel So Special to Coordinate
The intimacy of Tree Top Escape weddings is something Nicola feels sets them apart entirely. "Because our weddings are so intimate, we really get to know each couple," she explains. "We're not just coordinating from the sidelines — we're part of the experience." That closeness creates a personal connection that simply isn't possible at larger venues, and it's something that makes every single wedding feel incredibly meaningful to be part of.
From Strangers to Friends
Being trusted with one of the most important days in a couple's life is something Nicola holds close. With intimate weddings, the role becomes deeply personal — sometimes she's not just coordinating, but signing as a witness, helping a bride into her dress, or standing quietly beside someone in their most emotional moment. "Being trusted in those ways means so much," she says. "It creates a connection that often turns strangers into friends by the end of the day." It's an honour she never takes lightly.
What It Means to Be Trusted with the Most Important Day
"It means everything," Nicola says simply. A wedding day is filled with hopes, emotions and expectations, and knowing that couples feel confident handing all of that to her team is something she finds genuinely humbling. "I never take that trust for granted. It inspires me to give them the calm, seamless, joy-filled experience they deserve."
A Favourite Memory That Still Makes Her Smile
One wedding in particular always brings a smile to Nicola's face. The bride was so nervous she couldn't stop giggling all the way through the ceremony. "Her laughter was infectious," Nicola recalls, "and soon we were all trying not to giggle along with her." What could have been a tense moment was transformed into something joyful and completely unforgettable — a reminder that sometimes the most unplanned moments become the most treasured ones.
What She Hopes Every Couple Takes Away
More than anything, Nicola hopes couples leave feeling that they truly took it all in. "The day goes by in a blur," she says, "so I always encourage couples to pause, breathe, and appreciate what they've just done together." If they walk away with beautiful memories and the feeling that they were fully present for every moment, then for Nicola, the job is done.
