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Stylish Summer Wedding at The Bell in Ticehurst

A smiling bride in a white lace wedding dress holds a bouquet of flowers and walks hand in hand with a groom in a grey suit across a sunny, open field.

Stylish Summer Wedding at The Bell in Ticehurst

Nick & Gemma’s summer wedding at The Bell in Ticehurst was everything this East Sussex pub does best: relaxed, stylish, and full of life. From a warm ceremony to garden celebrations under the sun, the day showed just how versatile and welcoming The Bell is as a wedding venue.

Getting Ready at The Bell in Ticehurst – The Hush of the Trees Room

Gemma spent the morning in The Hush of the Trees room, one of The Bell’s most beautiful spaces for bridal prep. Flooded with natural light and filled with artistic details, it set the tone perfectly. She worked with Harriet Rainbow, a talented makeup artist known for bold yet natural wedding looks. The atmosphere was calm, joyful, and full of anticipation as close friends joined in the prep.

A woman with blonde hair, wearing a floral robe, sits with her eyes closed as another person applies makeup to her face in a softly lit room.

Summer Garden Wedding Vibes

After the ceremony, the party spilled outside into The Bell’s gardens — a space made for relaxed summer weddings. Guests enjoyed drinks under festoon lights, the couple laughed with friends among the trees, and everywhere you turned there was colour, conversation, and energy. It’s these moments, in-between the official events, that really show what The Bell does best: creating a backdrop where guests can truly relax and celebrate.

A man in a suit and sunglasses sits outdoors, holding something in his hands, while two women in dresses, one holding a bouquet of flowers, stand nearby. The background is filled with greenery and flowers.

Dancing on the LOVE Nest

One of the standout memories from Nick and Gemma’s day was the moment they all started dancing out in the garden. The bridal party climbed up onto the famous LOVE Nest for a playful, high-energy dance. It’s one of those iconic Bell backdrops, and their laughter and spontaneity made it unforgettable. Pure fun, no posing needed.

Three women wearing formal dresses stand outdoors in sunlight. One woman in a white lace dress adjusts her hair. Another, with long blonde hair and a floral headpiece, is partially turned away. Rooftops are visible in the background.

Golden Hour Portraits in the Sussex Fields

Just around the corner from The Bell, we headed into open fields for sunset portraits. The Sussex countryside bathed in golden light gave us some of the most beautiful, natural frames of the day. Walking hand in hand, laughing together, and soaking up a quiet moment between the madness — it was the perfect way to pause before heading back into the evening party.

A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet and a groom in a gray suit stand together in a sunlit field, with tall green trees and blue sky in the background.

Why The Bell is Perfect for Summer Weddings

What makes The Bell in Ticehurst so special is how flexible it is. It works for cosy winter weddings, but in summer the gardens and countryside views really shine. For Nick and Gemma, it was about blending style with laid-back fun:

  • Quirky interiors for intimate, characterful ceremonies
  • Gardens that spill naturally into the party vibe
  • Iconic Bell features like the LOVE sign for creative photos
  • Easy access to fields and countryside for portraits at golden hour

If you’re planning a summer wedding at The Bell, think of it as the perfect mix of pub garden charm and boutique elegance.

Planning Your Own Bell in Ticehurst Wedding?

I’ve photographed countless celebrations here — from cosy autumn weddings to wild summer garden parties — and every couple makes The Bell their own. If you’re dreaming of a wedding here (or anywhere with fields, gardens, and an unforgettable atmosphere), I’d love to capture your story.

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  • A man in a gray suit, polka dot shirt, dark tie, and sunglasses stands outdoors at a sunny event, wearing a colorful boutonniere, with people and greenery in the background.
  • A vibrant bouquet of red poppies, dark maroon flowers, yellow accents, white daisies, and assorted greenery held by a person in a white outfit at an outdoor event.
  • A group of people dressed in formal attire gather outdoors in a lush garden, chatting and celebrating near a rustic wooden building decorated with flowers and greenery.
  • A man in a suit and sunglasses sits outdoors, holding something in his hands, while two women in dresses, one holding a bouquet of flowers, stand nearby. The background is filled with greenery and flowers.
  • A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet and a groom in a gray suit stand together in a sunlit field, with tall green trees and blue sky in the background.
  • A smiling bride in a white lace wedding dress holds a bouquet of flowers and walks hand in hand with a groom in a grey suit across a sunny, open field.
  • Three women wearing formal dresses stand outdoors in sunlight. One woman in a white lace dress adjusts her hair. Another, with long blonde hair and a floral headpiece, is partially turned away. Rooftops are visible in the background.
  • Two young women smiling outdoors. The woman in front wears a white lace dress and touches her hair, while the woman behind her wears a pale yellow dress. Both appear happy, with sunlight and greenery in the background.
  • A woman with long brown hair applies makeup to a smiling blonde woman seated on a chair, both indoors near a bed with a colorful quilt. The blonde woman wears a floral robe.
  • A woman with blonde hair, wearing a floral robe, sits with her eyes closed as another person applies makeup to her face in a softly lit room.
  • Two women pose and smile for a photo outdoors among lush flowering plants. Both wear bright, patterned dresses and have red lipstick. Two men stand in the foreground, one taking the picture with a phone.
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