viking inspired
wedding in york
This Viking inspired wedding is a beautiful collaboration between some of York’s best wedding suppliers! It features viking wedding traditions, a natural, rustic colour palette, and a gorgeous husky wolf! Perhaps you can take inspiration from the ways of the Viking, whether it’s a feast, a handfasting or simply a toast with mead! Keep reading for unique and creative wedding ideas!
Photos by Robert Harrison Photography
york
wedding suppliers
Here’s what Elizabeth from Bridal Reloved York told us about this styled shoot:
“Not wanting to miss out on all the enjoyment of the York Viking Festival, we decided to host our very own modern-day Viking inspired wedding! York Wedding Suppliers, a group of local independent businesses, came together to create this shoot to celebrate the customs and traditions of a traditional Viking wedding. We wanted to show how many aspects of a Viking wedding could be incorporated into a modern day wedding.
We were also lucky enough to have a beautiful wolf dog, Turbo, to join us – he was so beautiful and well behaved!”
natural
wedding styling
“Viking weddings typically took place outdoors, so we picked Deighton Lodge as a beautiful, rustic barn venue surrounded by plenty of open space. Although due to the -4 degree weather on the day of the shoot, we mostly shot in their gorgeous barn space.
Similar to today’s weddings, no Viking celebration would be complete without a grand feast. The wedding feast, or “brullaup,” as it was known, was a joyous gathering of friends and family. Typically served was roasted meats, fresh fruits, and of course – barrels of mead! The revelry continued with music, dancing, and storytelling to continue the party well into the night.
We prepared a lavish banquet table, styled by Perfect Venue Dressing Yorkshire and Essential Extras, with rustic pieces such as large candlesticks and wooden items. Viking wedding invitations and stationery were designed by Herve Jones Designs, also using the rustic red and natural theme.
Flowers by Lottie Roberts Flowers included daisies which are traditional in Viking weddings and plenty of foliage and branches to keep everything natural.
The viking wedding cake was created by Appletree Cakery, with textured, burnt orange icing and foliage weaving around it.”
viking inspired
wedding ceremony
“We recreated many of the viking traditions in our ceremony. Here to Eternity Ceremonies lead the hand-fasting ceremony (from which the term ‘Tying The Knot’ comes from), and Melody Diamond Celebrant lead the exchange of vows. We also had the traditional toast of meed, of course!
After the ceremony, Adrian Salamon Magician entertained the couple with his magic tricks – what perfect wedding entertainment for an ancient or modern wedding!”
You might also love: Our Ultimate Guide To Wedding Celebrants
vintage
wedding wear
“The bride Hannah wore a vintage chiffon dress with statement sleeves from Bridal Reloved York. The groom Ash and groomsmen wore beautiful tweed suits from Master Debonair York – keeping the colours natural and rustic yet modern. They were paired with wine coloured paisley waistcoats as red is often used by people of wealth in viking weddings. The bride and groom both wore vintage furs to add to the Viking style.
Both bride and groom had their hair braided by Braids By Olivia and The York Barbering Co. Makeup, by Eleanor Jayne Makeup Artistry, consisted of dark smoky eyes and a natural feel. The bridesmaid wore an earthy terracotta wrap dress and her hair was kept long and natural with one simple braid. Handmade accessories were provided by Bunny Loves Evie, including metal floral headbands and beaded earrings.”
viking inspired
wedding ideas
Big thanks to Elizabeth from Bridal Reloved York for sharing this Viking inspired wedding with us! And to Robert Harrison Photography for the beautiful photographs.
If you enjoyed this blog post, you might also enjoy: Game Of Thrones Wedding Inspiration
supplier
credits
These suppliers are all part of the collective ‘York Wedding Suppliers’
Venue – Deighton Lodge
Wedding Dress – Bridal Reloved York
Suits – Master Debonair York
Photographer – Robert Harrison Photography
Florist – Lottie Roberts Flowers
Styling – Perfect Venue Dressing Yorkshire
MUA – Eleanor Jayne Makeup Artistry
Wedding Cake – Appletree Cakery
Table decor – Essential Extras
Accessories – Bunny Loves Evie
Stationery – Herve Jones Designs
Celebrant – Here to Eternity Ceremonies
Celebrant – Melody Diamond Celebrant
Hair – Braids By Olivia
Barbering – The York Barbering Co
Magician – Adrian Salamon Magician
Second Shooter – Milly Dennison
Discover More Real wedding ideas
Find a Wedding Supplier
More from Unconventional Wedding
Sign up for News from UW HQ
Jessica Jill Photography
Join us in our Facebook Chat Room
Sarita White Photography
Find a Wedding Fair near You
Kirsty Rockett Photography
Find a wedding supplier
I R H Photography
Find a wedding fair near you
Over on the blog - more alternative wedding ideas
Holly & Conor’s Gothic Fairytale Wedding
a Gothic fairytale wedding story We hope you’re ready for some seriously romantic wedding inspiration! This Gothic fairytale wedding beautifully merges nature, mythology, and fantasy into a uniquely personalised celebration. Holly and Conor, who first met during outdoor theatre rehearsals as pirates in Treasure Island, envisioned their wedding as a
How To Rock An Alternative Viking Wedding
This alternative Viking wedding is truly BADASS. From an axe-wielding bride to skulls and mountains, this shoot will make you want to elope into the wilderness! This concept for this shoot was (literally) dreamed up by Julie of The Red Rose Cake Company, coordinated by Bouquet & Bells, and photographed
EPIC Viking Festival Wedding
When we say this Viking festival wedding is EPIC, we are not exaggerating. We’re talking fire displays, archery, a bouncy castle, a cake made of cheese, and a silent disco. This badass couple combined all the things they love, as well as incorporating their Norse and Celtic cultures to create
Ethereal Nature Wedding – Warrior King & Queen
This neo-pagan inspired nature wedding shoot is earthy, ethereal and downright gorgeous! The shoot was inspired by the local history of the area, goddess symbolism and a reverence for nature. It also nods to the styling/makeup of the series ‘Britannia’ and it’s warrior Queens. Nicki Komorowski Photography worked with a
All About Celtic Weddings- History, Handfasting And More!
We’re bringing something a little different to the blog today. We’ve collaborated with Federica Cosentino, nature wedding planner and stylist, to bring you lots of information on neopagan and Celtic weddings! It covers different types of ceremonies, including handfasting. All the traditions mentioned can easily be incorporated into your wedding
Magical Elvish Wedding
Federica Cosentino is an alternative nature wedding planner. When she sent us her collaboration with photographer Valeria Forno, we were enchanted by the romantic, elvish wedding world they created. These Tolkien inspired photos tell the story of an elvish elopement in beautiful ivy woodlands, and we think you might just