The award-winning wedding venue a short drive from Essex where you can take photos with exotic animals

The summer has disappeared, with many looking to get ahead of the wedding planning for next year. One venue just a short drive from Essex has been named among the best in the country, where you can receive impeccable service and decorations - but also meet exotic animals!

Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park in Ipswich on the Suffolk and Essex border has been awarded the title of East of England ‘Venue of the Year’ at the prestigious Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA). This accolade celebrates the venue’s dedication to creating unforgettable and unique wedding experiences for couples and their loved ones.

Known for its distinctive setting, Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park offers couples a wedding day that is truly an adventure from start to finish. Surrounded by nature, couples can share their special day with close friends and family, creating memories to last a lifetime. Being recognised by TWIA—the only client-voted, expert-judged awards in the UK wedding industry—makes this achievement particularly meaningful for the team.

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The venue is particularly unique as the happy couple has the choice to interact and have a photograph taken with one of the park's 100 rare breeds or exotic species. Lauren Dodman, Marketing and Communications Manager at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park, praised the team’s efforts: “The team has worked tirelessly to make every wedding an extraordinary experience, and this award is a reflection of that dedication.

"A special thank you goes to Weddings Executive Torie Wells, whose passion and commitment have been instrumental in fostering strong relationships with our couples and ensuring every detail of their big day is perfect. Her hard work and care truly set our weddings apart.”

The team at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park takes great pride in being part of each couple’s love story, striving to provide a one-of-a-kind venue for unforgettable celebrations. This award is a testament to the team’s hard work and to the couples who have trusted Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park to bring their wedding dreams to life.

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