Weddings at West Midlands Safari Park

Yes, at West Midlands Safari Park we are able to offer exclusive hire of our venues for weddings and events. This gives you and your guests private use of the venue, creating a truly personal and unforgettable experience surrounded by the Park’s stunning scenery. Exclusive hire options are tailored to each couple, so we’d be delighted to discuss your plans in more detail and provide a bespoke proposal to suit your celebration.

Yes, West Midlands Safari Park is fully licensed to host civil ceremonies. This means you can hold both your ceremony and reception with us, all in one unique and unforgettable setting. Our team would be happy to guide you through the process and help with all the arrangements.

Yes, we can host outdoor ceremonies at West Midlands Safari Park, making the most of our stunning natural surroundings. Weather permitting, your ceremony can take place in one of our beautiful outdoor spaces, with indoor options available as a backup should the weather change.

We do allow couples to bring their own wine or champagne for the wedding breakfast, and a corkage fee will apply per bottle. Our team can provide the exact rates and help you decide whether our drinks packages or corkage option works best for your day.

We normally work with our in-house catering team, who provide a wide range of menus to suit different tastes and budgets. However, if there’s a specific dish or cuisine that we cannot authentically replicate, we are happy to consider allowing an external caterer to provide it, ensuring your wedding menu is exactly as you envision.

Access times for decorating the venue are arranged with our events team and usually depend on your booking and the type of event. We’ll work with you to schedule sufficient time before your ceremony or reception so you can set up decorations and personalise the space exactly as you wish.

Our wedding receptions typically finish at midnight. This ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests while allowing our team to close the venue smoothly. We can provide guidance on timing for speeches, dining, and dancing within this schedule.

If you plan to have a live band or DJ in some of our venues, we do sometimes have noise restrictions in place to ensure the comfort of all our guests and wildlife at the Park. Our events team will provide the permitted end time for amplified music and can advise on any equipment or setup requirements to comply with these restrictions.

Yes, confetti is allowed at West Midlands Safari Park, but we ask that only biodegradable confetti is used and that it is thrown in designated areas. This helps us protect the wildlife and maintain the beautiful surroundings of the Park.

Candles are allowed at West Midlands Safari Park, but for safety reasons we only permit LED or battery-operated candles indoors. Real flames may be permitted outdoors in certain areas, but this must be discussed and approved by our events team in advance.

Yes, West Midlands Safari Park offers a bridal suite where the bride and bridal party can get ready before the ceremony. The suite provides a comfortable and private space, and our team can advise on the best timing for access on your wedding day.

Yes, West Midlands Safari Park offers on-site accommodation in our unique and luxurious Safari Lodges, allowing you and your guests to stay close to the wedding festivities and enjoy an unforgettable wildlife experience. Our team can provide details on availability, packages, and booking arrangements to suit your needs.

Yes, in addition to our on-site Safari Lodges, there is a range of nearby accommodation options including hotels, guesthouses, and self-catering cottages. Our team can provide recommendations and contact details to help your guests find the perfect place to stay.

Our Park offers a variety of stunning locations for wedding photographs. From scenic safari landscapes and exotic animal backdrops to beautifully landscaped gardens and elegant indoor spaces, there are plenty of options to capture memorable and unique shots on your special day. For those more adventurous, our Theme Park such as our beautiful carousel can be used to create more bespoke images. Our team can guide you to the best spots to suit your style and schedule.