10 alternative ways to arrive at your wedding

Horse and carriage wedding arrival

Arrive like Cinderella to your wedding in a horse drawn carriage. After all, the song says ‘love and marriage go together like a horse and carriage’. It’s a feasible option if the distance is not too big and it’s much more romantic than rolling up in a stretch limo. Be the envy of other brides in this fairytale transport which will also allow you and your groom a little time together.

Motorcycle wedding entrance

Be an easy rider and arrive at your wedding on a motorcycle. Guaranteed to get you plenty of attention, there are many options for your motorcycle arrival. Of course, you’ll want to arrive with your hair still intact, so take this into consideration. If your bridal dress is too large or lengthy then how about riding in a sidecar? Or imagine arriving in a procession of motorcycles – the rest of your guests will be impressed to say the least.

Helicopter ride to your wedding

Not as outrageous or expensive an idea as you might think. Some venues actually have permission for craft to land within their grounds. A helicopter would certainly impress your wedding guests, but make sure that the engines have been cut before you enter or exit to save ruining your wedding dress. You certainly won’t forget this moment and it will be extra special if you can get your photographer along for the ride to capture some great aerial shots.

Hot air balloon wedding entrance

A hot air balloon flight would provide you with amazing views to build your wedding excitement even further. Your wedding guests will be more than surprised as you arrive by air rather than by road for your wedding. As an added bonus, if you are travelling from the wedding venue to the reception, this will give you a chance to share the experience with the groom and toast your own wedding with a glass of champagne on the way.

Bicycle ride for the bride and groom

If you want to keep it simple then what could be sweeter than arriving on the seat of a bicycle made for two? Clearly your wedding dress will need to be practical but cycling in on a tandem would save money and be a quirky entrance filled with fun.

Walk together to your wedding

Some people travel by car to their wedding, even if they live right by the wedding venue. But what could be more romantic than walking hand-in-hand to your wedding? It will give you both time to calm each other’s nerves on the way and undoubtedly you’ll feel extra special as you stop people in their tracks as they see you walk by.

White horse wedding arrival

We’re not suggesting you have to ride as a modern day Lady Godiva with just your hair to hide your modesty, but arriving on a finely dressed white horse could be just as dramatic an entrance to your wedding. Of course, don’t consider this option if you have no experience on the saddle. Get acquainted with your ride in the weeks prior to the wedding to give you extra confidence.

Camel or elephant

Depending on where you are getting married, it’s possible that you could ride an elephant or a camel to your wedding ceremony. What could be more of an alternative entrance that arriving on the back of a wild animal, especially when you’re dressed in traditional wedding attire? This will be one entrance that you and your wedding guests will never forget.

VW Campervan

You don’t have to be a surfer or a hippy at heart to drive a campervan, so if you fancy that retro look then why not drive one to your wedding? Of course, it will have to be a classic split-screen model to perfectly frame the bride and groom. Perhaps you might want to make the most of you vehicle and start married life on the road? Far out!

Wedding car

We’re not talking an ordinary car. How about a pre-war Bentley, a vintage Rolls-Royce or a classy limo? You could even opt for a ride in a luxury convertible, but make sure your hair style is up to it. A car is a great opportunity for the bride to arrive in the stylish chauffeur driven wedding car she always dreamt of while the groom can indulge his childhood fantasy with a Bond style Aston Martin.