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There are a lot of scary ideas being thrown around nowadays – \u2018global warming\u2019, \u2018holes in the ozone layer\u2019, \u2018melting polar ice caps\u2019 – but the good thing about this is that it\u2019s made us all a lot more environmentally conscious, and we\u2019re always looking for new ways to be kind to our planet in our day-to-day lives. And what could be better than starting your new journey together by taking your first few carbon-free footsteps towards a better, greener tomorrow?<\/p>\n

While it\u2019s unfortunately not possible to have an entirely waste- and pollution-free wedding, we\u2019ve put together a few of our favourite eco-friendly entertainment ideas to help get you on the right track \u2013 and have tons of fun while you\u2019re at it!<\/p>\n\n

1 Natural Confetti<\/h2>\n

High-demand and mass-production had resulted in a decline in using natural materials for confetti in favour of paper or synthetic products \u2013 but times are fast changing. More and more independent businesses are advertising their fully biodegradable confetti online \u2013 which comes as a relief to churches and other wedding venues, who no longer have to worry about finding tiny pieces of paper in the grass days later! Plus \u2013 what could be romantic than you and your new spouse being showered with real rose petals?<\/p>\n

2 Roaming Band<\/h2>\n

Music is an essential element to any party \u2013 especially a wedding \u2013 but it\u2019s hard to imagine a band playing without also imagining a stack of speakers connected by miles of cable. Hard, yes; impossible, no! A roaming band is generally made up of 100% acoustic musicians, so you don\u2019t have to worry about the amps or PA system racking up a hefty electricity bill, or any tripping hazards sticking out the back of them. Plus, your guests will love the way the musicians roam around the tables, giving each of them an up-close-and-personal performance before they wander off again. Always remember to go local whenever possible to reduce those travel miles.<\/p>\n\n

3 Vegan Food Truck<\/h2>\n

Meat-free is the latest fast food fad \u2013 there so many delicious alternatives to meat available which don\u2019t contribute to intensive farming and other harmful activities. While not everyone enjoys soy or gets fanatical about falafel, you don\u2019t have to look far to find delicious vegan burgers, hot dogs and tacos you can tuck into with a clear conscience! And from these same forward-thinking minds come such waste-eliminating ideas as a composting slot into which you can dispose of your used plant-based cutlery \u2013 you don\u2019t even have to clean up!<\/p>\n

4 Giant Lawn Games<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve ever been to a village fete, you\u2019ll be more than familiar with skittles, ring tosses, croquet \u2013 anything that involves hitting big bits of wood against other big bits of wood. And everyone always wants a go! So take your guests on a trip down memory lane and save the planet along the way with a good old game of giant Jenga made from sustainable materials \u2013 which is also a great way of keeping the kids occupied! And if you manage to get your hands on some pre-loved giant lawn games, all the better \u2013 just be wary of splinters.<\/p>\n

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5 Solo Harpist<\/h2>\n

Add a local harpist to the proceedings to bring an air of elegance and simplicity to your ceremony. A solo harpist usually requires no amplification, so other than transporting the harp to your venue, this option is virtually carbon-neutral. Furthermore, there\u2019s only one of them to transport, giving a solo harpist an eco-friendly edge over other more traditional ensembles such as string quartets (though these are still usually acoustic).<\/p>\n

6 Jam Jar Bar<\/h2>\n

Plastic cups and bottles will soon become a thing of the past \u2013 especially if you show your wedding guests how much more fun it can be to recycle old jam jars! For extra points, save jam jars of your own at home, or ask your guests to bring (and maybe even decorate!) their own \u2013 then just bring them back to the bar for a rinse and a refill. Depending on your venue\u2019s rules and regulations, you could also consider using kegs behind the bar to house everything from beer and cider to ros\u00e9 and cocktails \u2013 saving yourself a mountain of glass bottles to recycle afterwards.<\/p>\n

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7 Paperless Photo Booth<\/h2>\n

When you break the news to your guests that they won\u2019t be taking home a little polaroid of themselves wearing a curly pink wig, they\u2019re bound to be a little disappointed \u2013 until you tell them what you\u2019ve got planned instead! A paperless photo booth (often referred to as a \u2018magic mirror\u2019) essentially works like a giant touch-screen tablet, allowing whoever is posing for a silly photo to drag all manner of hats, glasses and facial hair across to create a fun disguise \u2013 which can then be sent directly to their phone, wasting no paper whatsoever.<\/p>\n

8 Biodiesel Disco<\/h2>\n

Old traditions die hard \u2013 but there\u2019s no reason they can\u2019t be given an environmentally-friendly update! If you simply must have a disco to make your dream marquee wedding come true, look into hiring one which uses power generated by biodiesel, a fuel made using, amongst other things, vegetable oil. That\u2019ll bring a whole new meaning to the Grease mega-mix!<\/p>\n

9 Succulent Decor & Favours<\/h2>\n

How can you have a wedding without flowers covering every available surface? By swapping them for potted plants and succulents, of course! Plan to source your greenery locally to reduce carbon emissions in that department, and opt for something both perennial and low maintenance that you can keep in a pot rather than throwing out \u2013 such as a lovely little cactus. These are almost never out of season, and require a fraction of the water and soil that traditional flowers require. And if you choose an interesting variety of shapes and styles of cactus, they can double up as party favours for your guests \u2013 meaning they get something fun to take home, and you don\u2019t have to throw out all your decorations at the end (which would be whatever the cruelty-free equivalent of \u2018killing two birds with one stone\u2019 is).<\/p>\n

10 Ethical Wedding Cake<\/h2>\n

The cake-cutting is as iconic as the bouquet-tossing \u2013 and one of the key photo ops for your shutterbug friends and family members! Some wedded eco-warriors like to forgo the cake completely, as it often goes uneaten \u2013 but if you make sure it\u2019s as good for the earth as it is to eat, we\u2019re sure your guests will find some room for a slice. Find a local cake baker (local to your wedding venue, that is, to cut down on \u2018food miles\u2019), and work through a checklist with them. Are the ingredients:<\/p>\n