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The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds, Abbotsford Fraser Valley Wedding Venue

The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds is a hidden gem greenhouse wedding venue tucked away on 12 acres of gardens, blueberry fields, and forest in Abbotsford, BC. Built around the grounds of Ripples Estate Winery and a water garden nursery, the venue wraps you in tropical plants, koi ponds, crystal chandeliers, and chiffon draped clear roof ceilings that blur the line between indoors and outdoors. With capacity for up to 140 guests and the ability to host your ceremony, cocktails, and reception all on site, The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds is one of the most unique and photogenic Fraser Valley wedding venues for couples who want a lush, romantic celebration without the stress of multiple locations.

What we love for photos

• The greenhouse reception space. The clear roof tent is filled with tropical trees, living plants, twinkle lights, and massive dimmable crystal chandeliers. The even, diffused light inside is a photographer’s dream and makes everyone look naturally gorgeous from ceremony through last dance.
• Koi ponds and water features throughout the grounds. Custom built ponds with waterlilies, rock work, and the largest koi fish you have ever seen give you colourful, textured backdrops that feel exotic and intimate at the same time.
• Blueberry fields and mountain views. Step beyond the gardens and you are surrounded by open blueberry fields framed by Fraser Valley mountain views. This is where we grab those wide, epic sunset portraits that feel completely different from everything shot inside the greenhouse.
• The winery tasting room and fire pit patio. Ripples Winery’s tasting room and the cozy covered fireside patio add variety and warmth to your gallery. While you sneak away for portraits, your guests can enjoy local wine and spirits by the fire.
• Built in rain protection without sacrificing the look. The clear roof greenhouse means you get the feel of an outdoor garden wedding with full shelter from BC weather. Even on a rainy day, this venue looks absolutely stunning and your timeline stays on track.

How we photograph this venue

We live close to The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds and have photographed here many times, so we know every corner of this property and exactly where the light falls throughout the day. The greenhouse creates beautiful, even light during daytime events, and once the sun sets we use our advanced off camera lighting to turn the chandeliers, twinkle lights, and tropical surroundings into dramatic, magazine worthy reception photos. Our photojournalistic approach captures your guests enjoying the gardens, the wine tasting, the fire pit conversations, and the emotion of your ceremony and speeches without interrupting any of it. When it is time for couple portraits, we take you through the gardens, out to the blueberry fields for mountain views, and back into the greenhouse for creative night shots that make full use of the venue’s natural magic.

Browse real wedding photos from a Woodbridge Ponds wedding in Abbotsford featuring dramatic rain shots and creative night portraits, or check out a gothic style fall wedding at the Secret Garden for darker, moodier inspiration. You can also explore our full Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds wedding venue gallery to see how we capture this space across seasons. If you are exploring other venues in the region, browse our complete guide to wedding venues in the Fraser Valley, or see how The Secret Garden compares in our list of top scenic wedding venues around Vancouver BC.

Learn more about packages, capacity, and availability on the official Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds website.