Treetop Midlands Micro Wedding Venue Spotlight.

Over the years, I've photographed many weddings at a wide variety of venues. From clifftop weddings to woodland hand-fasting ceremonies, via ancient churches and festival style glamping site elopements...the list goes on. The thrill of discovering a new venue never gets old.

Last year, a lovely Oxfordshire based couple booked me for their 2026 summer micro wedding at the most intriguing of alternative venues: Treeopia.

As the name suggests, Treeopia is one for the nature lovers. It is a little haven of tranquillity in rolling Worcestershire countryside approached via a chocolate box thatched cottage and crossing a little stone bridge. So far so perfect. But the real venue lies a little way beyond and comprises two stunning tree houses overlooking a valley featuring natural woodland streams, lakes, stone footbridges and flanked by fields.

As is always the case with my couples, if it's a venue I'm unfamiliar with, I include a venue visit and in this instance I met Kellie and Gareth there for the first time, several weeks before their September wedding.

In a strange twist of fate, around the same time, I was also coincidentally booked for a magazine cover shoot at the same venue. So now, with both of those events behind me, I thought I'd share my insider knowledge of this unique place with you.

Now, heads up, Treeopia isn't for everyone. That's not to say it isn't totally enchanting. But if you're looking for a traditional big white wedding, architecture, formal gardens, cavernous halls or a maximalist vibe, this isn't the venue for you.

Treeopia is for couples wanting something luxurious, but truly romantic, personal and away from the crowds. It's an adult only venue permitting a maximum of 12 guests and is totally immersed in nature. This venue is for people planning a small wedding, proposal or mini moon who are at home in the natural world, but also appreciate the finer things in life.

Micro weddings typically include parties of 20 people or less. They are less stressful during the planning stages, much more personal and intentional, allow greater interaction with guests and allow those discerning couples to have their pick of the more unique venues on offer.

Kellie and Gareth are a perfect example. They are outdoorsy people that are totally into each other. They love paddle boarding, camping and hiking. They're not showy. The idea of spending the night before their wedding in a treehouse (the stuff of childhood dreams) and cooling off from their hot tub by taking a midnight dash around the lake really spoke to them. They happily swapped out pumping music for the hooting of owls. Their Treeopia adventure extended their wedding celebration, giving them time to calm their nerves before the ceremony, soak in their surroundings, be totally and utterly present throughout and make beautiful memories.

The couple created a flower petal aisle and the ceremony was presided over by a Registrar. However, whilst the venue is licensed for weddings, should you prefer an ancient hand-fasting and vows tailored to you, you could opt for a celebrant. I have personal recommendations on that front!

For my part, I love outdoor weddings. The light is flattering and nature always delivers. There are so many photo opportunities and I've had a good go at exploring them all.

Tall trees and reflective water...

...foliage framing...

....barefoot brides running free...

...and verdant backdrops. What's not to love?

And if it rains?

Well, you and your guests can retreat to the quirky but luxurious treehouse escape.

Another bonus and one that not all venues offer, is the freedom to chose your own caterers. This can be discussed at the time of booking, but whilst the venue can assist with a private chef or ordering a platter from a local supplier, you can also organise your own.

For any couples wishing to de-stress during their stay, Treeopia can also recommend local wellbeing experts including yoga tutors and massage therapists.

So, if you see yourselves as free spirits and the thought of a Worcestershire Treehouse micro wedding fills you with joy, gather your nearest and dearest and secure that date with the lovely Nicki, who will be on hand to ensure your day goes as planned, but in the most unobtrusive way possible!

If you'd like to explore this venue further, take a look at the aforementioned photoshoot, featured in the Autumn/Winter edition of Matrimony Magazine...out now.