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Gemma & Sam

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This elegant Twilight wedding in the New Forest showcased a beautifully styled Black Tie celebration for 23 guests at The Montagu Arms, a highly regarded small wedding venue in the New Forest. The couple exchanged vows during a 4 pm ceremony, a perfect time for a twilight wedding, allowing natural light to fade into the evening and create a romantic, atmospheric setting.

Following the ceremony, guests enjoyed English sparkling wine and canapés in the hotel’s cosy indoor spaces, making the most of this charming New Forest wedding venue during the winter season. The celebration continued with a 6.30 pm dinner, where candlelit tables, refined styling, and impeccable service offered timeless Black Tie wedding ideas, ideal for couples seeking understated luxury.

With its intimate guest list, twilight timing and elegant Black Tie styling, this Twilight wedding in the New Forest perfectly demonstrated how smaller celebrations can feel both deeply personal and effortlessly luxurious.

Photography - Nicola Streader

Cake - Sarah at Braxton Gardens

Bride's Dress - Jenny Packham

Groom's Tuxedo - DKNY at Moss Bros. Tailoring by Letizia Beneduce

Hair & Makeup - Francis Trowbridge-Moore

If you are looking for a hotel wedding venue in the New Forest, choose The Montagu Arms Hotel for a wedding day completely bespoke to you. Call 01590 612324 or contact Wedding Team online. From intimate wedding packages to exclusive hire weddings, our hotel in Beaulieu has something to offer every husband and bride-to-be.

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