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Events & Weddings

Ceremonies, seasonal gatherings, and celebrations at Ardea

Weddings at Ardea

Ardea offers a rare setting for ceremonies of all traditions — Christian, Catholic, Druid, and secular — across multiple breathtaking locations within the gardens. Every wedding at Ardea is unique, shaped by the couple and the landscape. We welcome enquiries and encourage a visit to explore the possibilities together.
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Ocean Summit

Panoramic Atlantic views

Rainforest Canopy

Beneath ancient green

River Bench

Intimate riverside gathering

Waterfall

Nature's ceremony

Honeymoon Cottage

Begin together

Sunroom

Light-filled gathering

Events Calendar

Monthly salons, music walks, meditation, open days, and seasonal gatherings.

March

15

2026

Open Day

Spring Open Garden Day

Wander the gardens as spring arrives. Seasonal refreshments, guided walks at noon and 2pm.

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

April

12

2026

Salon

Monthly Salon — Music & Garden Walk

An afternoon of live music among the gardens, followed by tea and conversation in the sunroom.

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

May

3

2026

Meditation

Meditation Walk at Dawn

A silent guided walk through the gardens at first light. Meet at the cottage gate.

6:00 AM – 8:00 AM

June

21

2026

Gathering

Midsummer Fire Pit Evening

Celebrate the longest evening of the year at the summit fire pit. Music, food, and starlight.

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

July

18

2026

Festival

Dahlia Festival

Daniel's flower garden at peak bloom. Dahlia arranging workshop, garden tours, and seasonal refreshments.

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

August

22

2026

Dining

Harvest Supper

A long-table dinner in the polytunnel featuring produce grown at Ardea. Prepared by Chef Paul Connelly.

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM