Pynes House is an exclusive use, luxury wedding venue in Devon, with accommodation in our 12 luxury on-site bedrooms. With our stunning grounds and gardens, it can be difficult to choose which month you might like to get married! Here we take you on a journey through seasons of the year with us – we show you the house and grounds through real wedding photography so you can see what the surrounds may look like for your chosen month. We love everything from the cosy twinkling insides with the bare structured trees, through to the abundant colours and fragrances of summer roses and lavender.
At Pynes House, every season paints the estate in a new palette of colour, texture and atmosphere. From the soft buds of early spring to the warm glow of summer, the rich rusts of autumn and the snow-kissed lawns of winter (if we’re lucky!), the beauty of this historic country house wedding venue in Devon flourishes all year round. Whether you’re dreaming of a spring celebration in the gardens or a golden autumn day, seeing Pynes House through the seasons helps couples imagine their wedding here at any time of year.
Located in the beautiful Exe Valley, only three miles from Exeter, Pynes House stands as one of the most romantic and flexible venues for weddings in the South West of England. Its seasonal transformations make it a dream backdrop for couple portraits, outdoor ceremonies, garden drinks receptions and atmospheric indoor celebrations
March
The beautiful Ellie & Emilio chose a crisp spring wedding – with the daffodils and magnolia awakening the grounds with pops of yellow and pink.
Photos by Nick Walker Photography
“It was the most perfect day we could have wished for. All our suppliers were amazing and the day went so smoothly. We really wanted to use Pynes’s natural beauty and to have a classic yet modern wedding, which we would look back on and think ‘it’s still beautiful and dreamy!’. It was a day where everyone could eat, be merry and celebrate love. We really felt the love and couldn’t imagine not saying ‘I do’ at Pynes House.”
Ellie & Emilio
You can read more about their special day here: A Lush Spring Wedding
April
Megan & James chose April for their stunning wedding. The grounds and gardens are starting to come to life with blossoms everywhere and camellia starting to emerge.
Photos by Perfect Story Photography
May
Peonies are beginning to flower, the roses are in bud and soon to pop, everything is lush and green, the geraniums are chirpy and the stunning wisteria begins!
Photos by Ivyhouse Photography
We got married at Pynes House in May 2025 and honestly, it was a dream from start to finish.
Kathryn & Ross
The house is absolutely stunning – From the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveway, we knew we had found something the venue for us! The grounds were gorgeous, and the views/house made the perfect backdrop for photos.
Having the house for the whole weekend made such a difference and made it feel really personal. It felt like we were hosting an amazing house party with our closest friends and family, which is exactly the vibe we wanted.
The bedrooms are all beautiful and waking up there the morning after with everyone was just the best.
If you’re thinking about booking Pynes House – do it. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better venue. It was perfect. We just want to do it all over again!!
June
Ahhh June. The sun drenched mornings and hours of sunlight bursting all the flowers to life!
Photos by Lee Maxwell Photography
July
Full bloom! With all the colours and aromatics of lavender, rose, geranium, fig and myrtle all to be enjoyed long into the golden evenings.
Photos by Tara Statton Photography
August
We regularly get compared to venues in the South of France and Italy during our summer months, and August means vibrant late summer blooms and hazy warm wedding weekends in Devon.
Photos by Claire Kinchin Photography
September
September with its lingering late summer sun and early autumn vibes (and potentially some atmospheric misty morning shots…) is a glorious month for weddings at Pynes House!
Photos by I Do Films and Photos
October
As summer fades, the grounds at Pynes transition into rich autumnal hues. The gardens are transformed into a palette of rust, amber and gold. A magical time of year to get married!
Gorgeous Josie & Rosie celebrated in honeyed autumn colours – and blessed with October sun throughout!
Photos by Stephanie Dreams Photography
November
Autumn weddings feel warm and romantic, harnessing the copper tones of the countryside, and providing stunning natural backdrops. November’s low sun sees dramatic sunsets down the iconic oak-lined driveway.
Josh & Jodie’s incredible wedding showcased Pynes in November beautifully!
Photos by Freckle Photography
December
Crisp days with frost-touched lawns, quiet walks in the garden and cosy interiors lit by candlelight and fireplaces offer a completely different seasonal beauty with photographers capturing joyful moments against a serene, wintry backdrop. This season can feel intimate, classic and deeply romantic, especially for couples planning celebrations outside peak wedding months
Your wedding isn’t just a date; it’s the setting, the ambience, the light and the atmosphere that help tell your story. Choosing the right season for your celebration is central to creating the imagery, mood and overall experience you desire. At Pynes House, the grounds and gardens make every season worthy of celebration – and every season makes beautiful photographs.
Interested in seeing the grounds in person? Book a viewing and experience how each season shapes the romantic spaces at Pynes House – your perfect Devon wedding venue.