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Swan Tipis, wedding venue in Suffolk, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(33)

Swan Tipis

THE SWAN INN LAWSHALL THE STREET BURY ST EDMUNDS IP29 4QA, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29 4QA, Suffolk, UK

Guest capacity
30 to 180 guests
Per person from
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About Swan Tipis

About Now in their 6th wedding season, Swan Tipis are proud three-time winners of the wedding industry Wedding Awards. The Tipis are based at the picturesque, thatched Swan Inn, in the village of Lawshall, just South of Bury St Edmunds. The large grounds to the rear of the inn, and the beautifully crafted Tipis, provide a unique and stunning setting with uninterrupted views over unspoilt countryside. With catering and bar services on site, and a licence for civil ceremonies either inside or outside the Tipis, this venue has everything you need for the perfect countryside celebration. To minimise the risk of any weather-related issues, this venue is available for bookings from May until the end of September. Facilities and Capacity The large Tipis are based on a traditional Scandinavian design and are made in the UK from natural, sustainable materials. boasting wooden poles and natural canvas. Although most popular in their more natural form, the Tipis are hugely versatile and can be set up, themed and dressed as formally or informally as you wish. The sides can be raised to create a really airy, outdoor, festival-type feel if desired, which makes the most of the views and outdoor space. The Tipis are the perfect setting for both smaller, intimate, ' micro ' weddings and larger celebrations of up to 120 guests. There are additional Tipis available for larger gatherings. Services Offered There is a range of packages available. Typically, couples choose to either work with the team to create a completely bespoke day, or base their celebrations around options created for 40+, 60+ or 90+ guests. There are also Twilight choices available, and all options are always tailored to suit the ideas and budgets of couples. Tipi and Venue hire includes all the necessary essentials: woven flooring, internal lighting, handmade rustic tables and seating, as well as an optional entrance porch with double doors. There is a wide selection of finishing touches to choose from, including an internal firepit, large foliage overhead rings, different styles of ceremony arch, large oak barrels, a PA system, garden games and much more. The friendly team guide couples through the planning process, ensuring that every detail is taken care of and that their dream day comes to life as the reviews show! Couples appreciate that everything from the venue and Tipis to the interiors, the catering and bar, and so many other finishing touches can all be arranged through a single point of contact, which helps cut down on costs and really reduce stress levels. The team are always on hand to liaise with you leading up to the big day and to help take care of arrangements. Swan Tipis were award winners in the 2022, 2024 and 2026 wedding industry wedding awards and in the Top 5 for Muddy Stilettoes venues for Suffolk and Cambridgeshire and are a Suffolk Registrar's approved venue. Cuisine Catering choices have recently been expanded to reflect trending more ' interactive ' options. Couples' favourites like the outdoor BBQ/buffet and Pizza oven are always available, and there is still the flexibility for a couple to make their own suggestions. All tastes and budgets are catered for, and the chefs from the Swan Inn work with you to create menus that really complement your ideas for the day. Discounted ‘ all-in ’ packages can be designed to include not just the Tipis and services above, but also main event and evening catering as well as welcome drinks, canapes and most other ideas couples come up with! Recent selections have included meze board and sharing platters, hog roasts, giant paellas, afternoon teas, street food and a gourmet taco bar. The outdoor wood-fired Pizza oven, which is particularly popular with evening guests, and there are a variety of flexible, simple options for Bar and drinks arrangements. Located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, Swan Tipis is a marquee wedding venue that hosts special celebrations.

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Styles & facilities

Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
In the country
Unique weddings
Tipis and yurts
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
Corkage option
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Changing room for wedding guests
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Beautician
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Marquee available
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence
Hairdresser

Reviews

5.0(33)5/5 from 33 couple reviews

5/5 review

LuluAugust 2026

5.0

We are so happy to have had our wedding at Swan Tipis. Rob and Laura supported us from start to finish and were always ready to help where they could. The venue is beautiful - the traditional pub front and rustic tipis made our wedding feel cosy and personal. Th

5/5 review

AmieAugust 2026

5.0

The Swan Inn was the perfect backdrop for our wedding. We had the most wonderful experience, the country tipi setting was absolutely magical and created the perfect relaxed, rustic atmosphere we wanted for our special day. Laura, Rob and the team were amazing to deal with from our first enquiry to creating the perfect day, they went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. We received many compliments about food which was absolutely delicious. We could not of asked for a more perfect venue or a better team to help bring our day together and cannot recom

5/5 review

AshaAugust 2026

5.0

We got married in June this year and from the minute we viewed the swan we knew it was the place for us. Beautiful pub grounds with a chilled vibe. Rob & Laura were very responsive, organised and helped us so much with our plans. All our guests commented how wonderful the food & venue was

5/5 review

SamanthaSeptember 2025

5.0

We genuinely can't recommend Swan Tipis enough. From the very first enquiry, the communication was seamless. Rob, Laura, and the team were attentive, organised, and incredibly helpful. They took the time to understand our preferences, offered brilliant vendor suggestions, and were easy to coordinate with when we brought in additional suppliers. The food was a real highlight. We had a BBQ for lunch, and pizzas in the evening. There was loads of it, and every guest commented on how delicious everything was! On the day, the Swan team were absolutely phenomenal. I’d expected to be managing the schedule and logistics, but they took care of everything. Whenever I thought of something, it was already done or being handled. Their calm, proactive approach meant we could fully relax and enjoy every moment. The venue itself is stunning. The pub is cosy and welcoming, and the outdoor space is perfect for games and mingling. Our guests loved our garden games—welly wanging, pick-up sticks, giant Jenga, and Connect 4 kept everyone entertained all day. We had so many compliments from guests about the food, the service, and the beautiful setting. Huge thanks to Rob, Laura, and the entire Swan team—you made our day unforgettable. We’d recommend Swan Tipis in a h

5/5 review

NathanSeptember 2025

5.0

We had our wedding at The Swan Tipis and it was nothing short of magical. From the very first conversation right through to the end of the night, Rob and Laura were absolutely incredible – nothing was ever too much trouble, and they went above and beyond to make everything run seamlessly. The venue itself is breathtaking, with such a unique and special atmosphere, and the food was out of this world – our guests are still talking about it! Every little detail was perfect, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better place or better people to host the most important day of

4/5 review

CharisAugust 2025

4.0

We had our wedding here at Swan Tipi’s July of 2025 We booked with Rob, Laura & the team 3 years in advance. They have all been amazing in helping us with the prep inc wedding invites to making the day

5/5 review

EmmaAugust 2025

5.0

Laura,Rob and the team at Swan tipis couldn't have be more helpful they made our wedding day go so smoothly, they catered so well for all our wedding guests allergies/intolerances, thanks again 😊, the venue was just perfect for our festival themed wedding all of our guests couldn't stop complimenting how lovely it was, we had su

5/5 review

SachaAugust 2025

5.0

Our wedding at The Swan was perfect. Every detail we wanted was met with professionalism. The food was amazing and the setting perfect even letting us add our own special touches. As

5/5 review

BenJuly 2025

5.0

We booked our wedding reception at The Swan Inn and had a fantastic experience. From the initial meeting to the actual day Rob, Laura and the team couldn't have been more helpful. The day itself was perfect - everybody really enjoyed themselves, the food was delicious and the setting was breathtaking! Both setting up the day before, and the day itself were stress free - Rob and Laura provided really helpful guidance to ensure our day went as smoothly as possible, and listened to our wishes. I wish we could do it all over ag

5/5 review

DavidJuly 2025

5.0

We had our wedding at The Swan Tipis, and it was nothing short of magical. From the moment we visited, we knew this was the one. The setting is absolutely stunning — the beautiful tipis creates such a relaxed, bohemian, yet elegant vibe that’s hard to find anywhere else. The team were incredible from start to finish. They were responsive, supportive, and genuinely excited about our day. Everything was so well-organised, and they made the whole planning process feel effortless. On the day itself, the staff worked seamlessly in the background to make sure everything went smoothly — we didn’t have to worry about a thing. The tipis themselves are breathtaking inside and out. Fairy lights, rustic wooden furniture, and a warm, cozy atmosphere made it feel both intimate and festive. Our guests couldn’t stop commenting on how unique and beautiful the venue was. If you’re looking for a wedding venue that’s relaxed, stylish, and a little bit ma

5/5 review

RachelJune 2025

5.0

Rob and Laura have been wonderful throughout the whole experience. The venue is beautiful, and you can tell they put their heart and soul into every aspect of it. We had the most amazing day, the children especially loved the games and all the outdoor space to run around. Every single member of staff is friendly and welcoming. The professionalism and care was incredible, even when a hiccup did arise the attentiveness was above and beyond, and we ended up with a very fun

5/5 review

KerryJune 2025

5.0

I cannot put into words how amazing the swan Tipi is. I got married in May, honestly the venue looked stunning, the food was delicious and the Swan Tipis were friendly, thoughtf

5/5 review

SamanthaMay 2025

5.0

From our first visit to Swan Tipis we knew we wanted our wedding here and the whole process was fantastic from start to finish. The tipi is in a beautiful setting overlooking the Suffolk countryside, so we were able to have the outdoor ceremony that we had wanted. Swan Tipis catered all of the food for the day (which was all delicious!) including canapes, barbeque (cooked out in front of the guests) and fresh wood fired pizzas. They already had some decorations, signs and games available, which go perfectly with the tipi. Being situated behind the (amazing thatched) Swan pub also meant that toilets were readily available, the bar was well stocked and there was space inside for some guests to retire to as the day went on. The floral rings (hanging in the tipi) that Swan Tipis created for the day were also incredible. Not only was the venue beautiful, but it came with an amazing team who were there at every step, including helping with our decorations the day before and doing all of the rearranging and setting of tables/chairs etc on the day. Rob and Laura were so fri

5/5 review

AmberNovember 2024

5.0

Swan tipis are an absolutely fantastic wedding venue, our wedding day was simply amazing, Beautiful backgrounds for photos. The tipi itself is a wonderful space for a ceremony whether it be a big or small ceremony. Food was wonderful and all fresh, lots of options to choose from, we had the bbq fire

5/5 review

RachelOctober 2024

5.0

We got married at Swan Tipis in July this year. Wow! The most amazing day ever which we want to do all over again. From start to finish Rob and Laura were on hand to help, advise and answer any questions to ensure our day went as smoothly as possible. We had the upmost confidence in the Swan team and our day was incredible! A relaxed and very special venue

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