Wedding entertainment ideas and activities to delight your guests

April 21, 2022

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One of the most magical things about your wedding day is having everyone you love, your family and friends, all in one place. If you want to make the celebration as memorable for them as it is for you, as well as choosing a wonderful venue and great food and drink, there's one other thing you should make sure you plan well - your wedding entertainment.

We share some of our favourite wedding entertainment ideas and activities that could add that extra special something to your big day. There’s something for every couple, whether you are looking for something simple and classic, or bold and exhilarating. This is your wedding day, a celebration you and your guests will treasure forever.

Lawn games

Games can be a fantastic way to bring people together. From cricket and croquet to a sack race or giant Jenga; there are plenty of options to keep your guests entertained. Set the game to a background of music and let your guests get a little competitive, drink in hand. There’s something wonderful about seeing all of your guests interacting and having fun in a way that feels natural. For example, The Bishop’s Lawn at Rose Castle is a perfect spot to hold an outdoor game, with beautiful views across the Caldew River Valley, and the Lake District fells in the distance. Or venture into the huge playground of the moat woodland for a more wild, rustic setting.

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Axe throwing

Looking to add a little excitement to the proceedings? Axe throwing is sure to delight your guests. Unique, fun and memorable, it’s a great activity if you’re looking to do something a bit different. There are a number of providers in Cumbria and the Lake District who can come along and teach you and your guests how to do it properly, so couples getting married at Rose Castle will be spoilt for choice.

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Abseiling

When it comes to your wedding day, the sky is your limit. If you want an alternative way to make an entrance, how about abseiling into your wedding? Entering your big day from down the Strickland Tower at Rose Castle is guaranteed to impress your guests! Or why not get more people involved and let them have a go themselves? For couples celebrating their big day at Rose Castle, Keswick Adventures have been delivering exhilarating outdoor adventure activities in the Lake District for over 20 years. With their experienced and highly qualified team, you and your guests will be in safe hands.

Whisky tasting

Turn your bar into interactive entertainment with a live tasting of whisky - or your favourite tipple. Have a bartender or sommelier guide groups of guests through the tasting during the reception. Perhaps there’s a type of drink that’s particularly special to you as a couple. Including it as part of your day is a fun way to add a unique, personal touch to the day. Or if you want to introduce your guests to some of the area's finest spirits, The Lakes Distillery can provide a bespoke tasting for couples getting married at Rose Castle.

Fireworks

A firework display can be a wonderful way to celebrate your big day. Once the show starts, all eyes will be drawn to the sky. A chance to stop for a moment, to take it all in. This once in a lifetime day that you and your guests will remember forever. For couples getting married at Rose Castle, The Chinese Room is a truly magical setting to watch a firework display, with its floor to ceiling bay windows overlooking the vast grounds below.

Sparklers

Sparklers will light up your wedding night whatever the time of year. Not only will guests of all ages enjoy waving their hands in their air to light up the sky, it will also make for some seriously romantic pictures.

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Bonfire

Gathering round the fire, drink in hand, can be a wonderful way to end an exciting day. Sit back and take it all in, all your loved ones, together in one place. For example, at Rose Castle, you can have a firepit out on The Bishop’s Lawn or a bonfire out beyond the moat woodland for the perfect view of the castle at night.

Live band

A live band can provide a fantastic atmosphere for your big day and is sure to get people up and dancing in the evening. You may even wish to have a band play as you walk down the aisle, as you gather for drinks after the ceremony, or during your wedding breakfast. From any genre to a brass band, steel drums, a harpist or string quartet - the possibilities are almost endless.

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Photo booth

Photo booths are always a big hit with guests. Choose a backdrop and props that suit your own style and let your guests enjoy themselves. They will go home with a lovely memento to help them remember your big day forever. A second copy can be added to your guestbook along with a handwritten note. You’ll enjoy looking through your guestbook for years to come.

Bouncy castle

Do you plan to have lots of children at your wedding? A bouncy castle will help keep them happily entertained. You may find your adult guests getting involved too! For couples having their big day at Rose Castle, there’s plenty of space for a bouncy castle on The Bishop’s Lawn. You can even have a lawn game going at the same time.

Bird of Prey experience

Dazzle your guests with a bird of prey display. Your guests may even get a chance to handle the birds and take photos with them. Or for a truly magical experience, why not put out all the stops and have your wedding rings delivered by a bird of prey? Your guests will be talking about your wedding for years to come. At Rose Castle, there’s plenty of space to make this a reality with the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre.

A furry friend

Want to include your dog in your big day? At Rose Castle, we want you to feel at home. If that means letting your best pal join in on the festivities, then by all means!

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Yoga

Are you planning a two day or whole weekend event? Starting with some morning yoga can be a great way to get your guests feeling refreshed and excited for the day to come.

Scavenger hunt

If you’re planning a celebration that lasts longer than a day, an immersive scavenger hunt can be a great way to keep guests entertained and explore the surrounding area. Rose Castle sits on more than 60 acres of beautiful Cumbrian countryside that’s all yours to explore. From manicured gardens to meadows filled with wildflowers and an old stew pond there’s plenty of space to immerse yourself in nature.

This is your big day, so do it your way. At Rose Castle, the possibilities are endless. Get in touch with our team to discuss how we can make your ideas a reality.