Quirky wedding ideas: how to make your big day different

Everyone wants their wedding to stand out from the rest. That’s why at Lineham Farm, we offer unrivalled flexibility on your big day. Our blank canvas wedding venue is the perfect starting point for creating a bespoke celebration that’s totally one-of-a-kind.

If you want to wow your guests, there are tonnes of fun little touches you can add to your wedding plans to inject a little quirkiness into the day. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite ideas on how to make the key parts of your wedding as unique as you are.

Quirky wedding ceremony ideas

As the part of the day most steeped in tradition, a wedding ceremony can often feel a little bit ‘copy and paste’. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to add a unique spin to things.

• Choose a unique location. Church ceremonies are becoming less and less commonplace, with many couples opting for a more unusual location for their nuptials. Why not head into the great outdoors and get married surrounded by nature in a forest or woodland?

• Write your own vows. There are no limits to how creative you can be when you shun traditional vows and take things into your own hands. Write a poem, make it funny, or choose your favourite romantic song lyrics – the choice is yours.

• Include furry friends. If you have (well-behaved!) pets, including them in the ceremony is a wonderful way to do things a little differently. There aren’t many things more adorable than a four-legged ring bearer!

• A golden-hour ceremony. Who said wedding ceremonies need to take place at lunchtime? A sunset ceremony is a lovely, romantic option that allows for a relaxing day in the lead-up and some completely stunning ceremony photos.

Quirky wedding food ideas

Many people think of wedding food as a sit-down, four-course affair, but it doesn’t have to be! Food is a huge part of the big day, and many couples want to make sure it’s memorable. Here are a handful of our favourite unique food choices. Check out our alternative wedding food ideas blog for more.

• Woodfired pizza. Pizza is a guaranteed hit and a great way to make sure all your guests are filled up and happy. You could come up with some unique themed pizzas or let guests create their own with a range of toppings.

• A picnic. If you have scenic outdoor space and the weather on your side, a relaxed picnic is a lovely idea for your wedding meal. Get some traditional picnic fare and blankets and you have all the makings of a garden-party style celebration.

• Street food. There are so many unique cuisines to choose from when you opt for food trucks at your wedding, from caterers slinging tasty tacos to Yorkshire pudding wraps. Get a couple of different options for the ultimate street food festival vibe.

Quirky wedding entertainment ideas

Bands and DJs are classic wedding entertainment ideas, but if you’re looking for some slightly more unique options to make your day stick in your guests’ minds, we’ve got you covered.

• Throw a music festival wedding. Hire a stage, gather a line-up of local bands and party the evening away in style. Take a look at our festival wedding guide for more inspiration for a Glasto-style celebration.

• Go for circus-themed entertainment. You could go all out with jugglers, mime artists and fire performers for a unique wedding that your guests won’t forget in a hurry. Candy floss and popcorn machines are great catering additions to complement the circus theme.

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• A petting zoo. The beauty of a farm wedding is getting the chance to befriend the resident pigs, sheep, chickens, goats and ponies. A petting zoo is perfect for weddings with younger guests, although it’s an idea that often goes down a treat with adults too!

Quirky wedding cake ideas

There are loads of ways you can add a unique difference to your wedding cake. Whether you don’t have a sweet tooth or you just fancy doing things your own way, your cake doesn’t have to be traditional to be extraordinary.

• A cheese stack. This is the ultimate eschewing of tradition for those who prefer their treats on the savoury side. If your idea of a dream dessert is more cheese board than cheesecake, a tower of excellent cheeses is a fantastic alternative to a conventional wedding cake.

• A doughnut cake. Who doesn’t love a doughnut? A doughnut cake is a popular alternative to a wedding cake for those who want to add a playful twist. You can buy doughnut towers specifically for weddings, or of course, opt to make your own with your favourite doughnuts.

• A macaron tower. Add an elegant Parisian touch to your celebrations with a show-stopping tiered tower of macarons. Available in colourful flavours like pink raspberry and green pistachio, macarons are as delicious as they are beautiful.

More quirky wedding inspiration

Still looking for the ideal special touch for your wedding day? Here are a few more fun ideas to make your day unique.

• Unique wedding flowers. Changing up your bouquet is a small touch that can make a big difference. We love the idea of using seasonal wildflowers, ferns, or even feathers as part of a bouquet.

• Quirky wedding decorations. Add a personal touch to your décor with photographs of the happy couple, hang up some shabby chic bunting, or collect mismatched vases for your flowers.

• A personalised playlist. Ask each guest to submit their favourite song with their RSVP to create a completely bespoke playlist that’s 100% unique to you and your loved ones. This is a great idea for getting people dancing as guests are guaranteed to get excited when their chosen tune starts playing.

We hope you enjoyed these unique wedding ideas and they gave you some fun inspiration for your big day.

Lineham Farm offers a blank canvas that you can use to create the wedding of your dreams, all in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside. If you’d like to find out more, download our free brochure here. 

We also welcome couples to come and visit us for a tour. The potential of Lineham Farm is best appreciated in person, and we’d love to meet you! Get in touch with our team to arrange a visit on 0113 3783939 or weddings@linehamfarm.co.uk.