Ellie and Geoff

We caught up with the newlyweds to find out all about their special day at Goodwood House.

Ellie said: “The day was absolutely amazing from start to finish, including the stunning weather! David and his incredible team took care of everything we could have wished for. From Geoff’s arrival and directing everyone where they needed to be, to ensuring we were all watered and fed throughout the day. It was indescribable.”

As with most couples, the whole day in itself is a highlight but for Ellie and Geoff, there were a few special moments that they picked out.

“Seeing our guests watch the Goodwood House team in awe as they served the wedding breakfast was amazing. The military precision of the service made our guests mouths drop, said Ellie!”

She continued: “The evening really was a party. Having the whole house to ourselves meant that we could relax and not worry about anyone else. We felt free to roam and there was no awkward shifting of tables unlike at other venues, we could just go straight onto the dancefloor!”

Goodwood House has played host to many spectacular celebrations over the centuries, with our in-house team of staff trained expertly.

“The team were absolutely flawless. From the menu tasting, wedding planning meeting and even the day before; we felt so relaxed about everything. We knew that once we dropped everything off, all responsibility would be relinquished to the team and we completely trusted that they would set everything up as expected.

When we walked into the Ballroom for the first time to see our tables set up, we both got quite emotional, it was so magical with the candelabras and the carefully positioned tables for our cake and picture table. It was so very special.”

Often choosing your perfect wedding venue can be one of the most daunting tasks. However, for Ellie and Geoff, other spaces that they had looked at just didn’t compare to Goodwood House.

“We knew that we would be looked after. I knew that Head Butler, David would seat our mums before the ceremony, we knew that our guests would be more than impressed and we knew that the food would be incredible – this all came true! Where else can you eat food that has been produced in the next field over and prepared by absolute experts?!”

All of the little touches and extras brought the day together to be one they will never forget. The Goodwood Motor Circuit had even kindly arranged to have Geoff picked up in a BMW i8 from his parents' home - he was wowed! And as an avid fan of Tottenham Hotspur, occasional football theming was just not enough for the lovely couple. After the main speeches Ellie had arranged for a personal letter from the Tottenham Hotspur Manager to be written to Geoff. What a beautiful thought!

Suppliers

Photography - Barrie Downie

Florist - A Very British Bunch

DJ & Saxaphonist - Toast Functions