Norfolk autumn wedding wonder

We love an autumn wedding! It's a magical time of year for a seasonal big-day theme. Local expert Sue Huckle, owner of Norfolk-based Posh Plants ,which specialises in tree and topiary hire for weddings, shares one of her favourites held at the Lady Elizabeth Wing Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea. 

Sue explains, "The couple Rose and Keiran made use of the vertical space by hanging handmade glass leaves in stunning autumn colours. It was very personal to the couple as they made them themselves in their studio in Holt (Driftwood Glass Studio). It was a real labour of love, from designing and creating to hanging each individual glass leaf! Edged by large olive trees hired from Posh Plants and with the tables lit with Jack-o'-lanterns the overall effect is warm and glowing.

"Weddings can reflect the seasons and ideas for decoration can be drawn from the natural world. Autumn is a very special time of year and the intense colours of the leaves and fruits can provide a wealth of inspiration for a warm and intimate celebration.

"Another way of creating an autumnal feel is to hire some real living trees for decoration as a cost-effective and eco-friendly way of adding a natural touch. Large bay trees, with either twisted or straight stems, add a strong yet stylish touch with their dark green leaves and look great interspersed with some acers or liquidambar trees for an autumnal woodland effect."

(Image courtesy of julieabbs.co.uk)