Running weddings in an animal park. With Stephanie Betts

Running weddings in an animal park. With Stephanie Betts

September 3, 2026 · 1h 4m · Episode 234

About this episode

In this episode, Becca Pountney interviews Stephanie Betts about running a wedding venue in a wild animal park and the unique experiences it offers.

Show notes: What is it really like to run a wedding venue in the middle of a wild animal park? In this episode, I’m chatting to Stephanie Betts, Wedding & Event Sales Manager at Port Lympne Reserve in Kent, an award-winning wedding venue with a seriously unique USP. I was lucky enough to visit Port Lympne myself. From safari experiences and a stunning private orangery to exceptional customer service and a carefully curated recommended supplier list, there’s plenty that wedding businesses can learn from the way Port Lympne approaches its guest experience. Time stamps: 00:12 - Introduction to Wedding Marketing 05:34 - The Uniqueness of Portland's Wedding Experience 21:51 - Adapting to Changing Wedding Trends 30:02 - The Rise of Intimate Weddings 45:53 - Understanding Supplier Relationships in Event Management 01:01:29 - The Importance of Customer Experience in Weddings

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