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Hand-fasting Ceremony

Saturday 29th August 2026, approx 12 midday
At the stunning Ancient Technology Centre in Cranborne, we will gather amid nature to join in a deeply personal hand-fasting ceremony, conducted by Wildflower Ceremonies, led by celebrant Ellie Brooks.

This ceremony is more than simply traditional: it’s a meaningful ritual of four-element inspiration (earth, air, fire, water) and timeless connection. With our hands bound together in coloured cords and ribbons, we symbolise the weaving of our lives, our love and our futures into one shared journey. Wildflower Ceremonies specialises in craft-led, nature-inspired rituals for “free-spirits” and bespoke celebrations.

Designed to honour our story — how we met on 7th July 2023, our commitment made on 18th October 2024 — this moment will reflect our Viking-inspired theme: an homage to ancient traditions, bonds formed under open skies, and the strength of shared adventure.

You can expect:

• A warm welcome and gathering outside the Earth-house or woodland setting of the venue

• A short reflection by Ellie, weaving our story with nature imagery

• The binding of our hands with cords/ribbons as we exchange our vows and intentions

• A blessing of the four elements, acknowledging the land we love, the air we breathe, the fire of our passion, and the water of our shared flow

• Invitations for you, our guests, to witness, support and send your heartfelt blessings

• A joyful conclusion, honouring the moment and leading us into the rest of the day’s celebration

We are honoured that Ellie will guide this hand-fasting with the creativity, sensitivity and bespoke style that Wildflower Ceremonies is known for — deeply rooted in the ceremony of hand-tying for couples of all faiths and none.

We can’t wait for you to be part of this meaningful, joyous start to our married life.

Our Wedding Venue

We’re getting married like true Vikings — with a modern twist.

Our ceremony will take place at the Ancient Technology Centre in Dorset, a one-of-a-kind venue where timber longhouses, open fire pits, and ancient traditions meet wildflowers, good music, and festival vibes. It’s the perfect setting for a celebration rooted in nature, community, and love.

The site is raw, real, and wild — just how we like it. We’re blending Viking spirit with a laid-back boho atmosphere: flowing fabrics, firelight, acoustic tunes, and shared feasts beneath the sky. It’s a celebration of freedom and connection — with a nod to Norse ancestry and a relaxed, soulful energy. Come as you are, raise a horn, and let the good vibes roll.

We’ll be exchanging vows in one of the hand-built timber halls or beside the ancient earthen mound, surrounded by the people we love most. This won’t be your typical wedding — it’ll be an experience to remember.

Skål, and see you there.

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On Saturday 29th August 2026, the feasting begins after the ceremony:

• Hog roast on a spit

• Roast chicken

• Butchers sausages

• Vegetarian + Vegan options

• All served with sides

For those who prefer a quieter retreat, afternoon tea will be served at No 10 nearby.

Bring your own drinks (BYOB) — we’ll be offering champagne and a small starter stock, but the feast shall grow with every purchase from our handcrafted Viking-inspired wares! Each guest will receive their own drinking horn to honour the old ways and spare the earth from needless glass and plastic. The Goddess Isla will be lovingly crafting drinking horn belt loops, so be sure to bring a belt (or something to hang it from) so your horn may hang proudly at your side and be refilled throughout the revels.

Arrival and departure days (28th and 30th):
Bring your own provisions. Campers and caravan guests, those braving the Longhouse and those in tents have full use of the site’s fully equipped kitchen from lunchtime on the 28th to lunchtime on the 30th. Please bring enough food and drink to keep your strength up over the weekend! There is a fridge and freezer to store anything you bring.

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• Toilets on site

• Toilets inside the Longhouse

• One shower in each of the male and female facilities in the car park

• Fully equipped kitchen with fresh water at the end of the longhouse

• No power hookups in the car park

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• Caravans/Campervans onsite: 8 spaces in the Ancient Technology Centre car park (first come, first served)

• Tents: 8 spaces available. Please bring all equipment to make your stay comfortable. There are showers in the car park.

• Longhouse: Sleeps up to 24 people (20 in the main Longhouse and 4 in bunks) – the full Viking experience! There aren’t any mattresses or mats available, please bring enough equipment to make your stay comfortable.

• Extra accommodation: Check our website’s Accommodation page or book locally. There are options for B&Bs and caravan/campervan pitches.

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A weekend full of Viking games and merriment:

• Axe throwing, archery, re-enactments

• Fairytale fairways crazy golf

• Face painting

• Viking strength and water-lifting challenges

• Live band, silent disco & DJ

• Tattoo artist (bookings required)

• Body piercing (bookings required)

• And surprises yet to come!

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Dress as a Viking, boho free spirit, or festival wanderer.
We want everyone to feel comfortable, joyous, and part of the celebrations.
Modern formal wedding attire is not expected.

If heels are chosen please note the venue is grass and you may require heel stoppers to prevent sinking. You may also want to bring alternative footwear to dance in.

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• Up to 20 vehicles in the car park (including caravans/campervans)

• B&B guests: Park at your accommodation.

• The venue is less than half a mile from all of the B&Bs in Cranborne. Please leave cars at B&Bs and walk to the venue to allow other’s from further afield to park at the venue.

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How to Reach the Hall of Celebration

Brave traveller, here are the paths that lead to the Ancient Technology Centre in Cranborne:

By Car 🚗

• From the North: Follow the great roads of M1 or M6, then join the M3, take the A303 and A30 until the lands of Dorset open before you.

• From the East (London): Take the M3 to the A303/A30, or ride the M27 to Ringwood, then follow the signs to Cranborne.

• From the South: Journey along the A31 or A35, then north to Ringwood and onward.

• From the West: Ride the A35 eastward, then join the A354 and B3081 into Cranborne.

• For your sat-nav, use the rune: BH21 5RP.

By Train 🚆

• The nearest stations are Salisbury (30 min ride) and Poole/Bournemouth (40 min).

• From there, call upon a taxi or hire a chariot (car).

By Air ✈️

• Bournemouth Airport – 20–25 min

• Southampton Airport – 45 min

• Bristol Airport – 1 hr 45 min

• London Heathrow – 1 hr 45 min

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