Location: Cotswolds, England

Photographer: Hester Mariott

Sumer Soirée

Set within the rolling Cotswolds countryside, this private weekend celebration was designed to embrace the beauty of the family home and its surrounding landscape. A custom-built marquee wrapped seamlessly around the courtyard, blending natural textures, soft summer styling and the existing gardens into an atmosphere that felt relaxed, elegant and effortlessly personal.

As day turned to night, guests moved from sunset drinks in the gardens to candlelit dining beneath the marquee before discovering a hidden nightclub concealed behind dramatic draping. The celebrations continued into the following day with a laid-back recovery brunch featuring live music, chef stations, boat rides, picnic setups and family-friendly experiences spread across the grounds. Warm, immersive and beautifully hosted from start to finish, the weekend captured the feeling of an English summer party at its best.

A stone house with a sloped roof and multiple chimneys is reflected in a calm body of water. There is a deck with outdoor furniture and umbrellas extending over the water, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A large flower arrangement with white, blue, purple, and green flowers on a round table covered with a green tablecloth. Display cards are lined up in front of the arrangement. Framed artwork hangs on a cream wall in the background.
Round table set for an outdoor event with a green tablecloth, floral centerpiece, glassware, and cutlery, surrounded by wooden chairs, with lush green trees and shrubs in the background.
A wedding table setting with a green textured tablecloth, three forks on the left, a white napkin, a menu card with a green and white theme and a sprig of rosemary, and a silver spoon on the right.
Wedding reception setup with a long green-draped table, floral centerpieces, and chairs on a stone patio under a clear tent with visitors and greenery.
A table set for a formal outdoor meal with floral centerpieces featuring pink, purple, white, and blue flowers, green foliage, clear wine glasses, green patterned drinking glasses, white napkins with herbs, and silverware on a green tablecloth.
A large bouquet of pink, white, purple, and blue flowers is positioned beside a bar area, with bottles of alcohol and glassware arranged on the bar behind it. The background includes a rustic stone and wood structure.
A bartender standing behind an outdoor bar decorated with large flower arrangements, with bottles of wine and a tray on the bar counter, surrounded by greenery and flowers.
A large floral arrangement of red roses, orange tomatoes, and red chili peppers in a tall green and yellow vase, set on a counter with empty wine glasses beneath a stone archway.
Indoor event space with decorated tables and greenery, set for a banquet with floral centerpieces and green tablecloths.
Outdoor bar setup with bottles of alcohol and glassware, flanked by large colorful flower arrangements on planters, against a building with brick and stone exterior.
A variety of fresh berries including raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries in white bowls, along with containers of yogurt, honey, granola, and pink meringues on a table set outdoors.
A backyard patio with wicker furniture, umbrellas, and lush green grass. There is an ice cream cart with a red bicycle attached, set against a backdrop of stone houses and vibrant plants under a clear blue sky.