Kingscote Barn Wedding Photographer – Rebecca & Chris

We had a real déjà vu moment when we arrived at Becky’s parent’s house, we entered only to see Amy, a guest from last week’s wedding.  We had chatted to her and she did mention she had her brother’s wedding to go to soon but we never imagined it would be Chris.  It was a very funny moment especially the look on Amy’s face when she saw us too!  Becky and her bridesmaids, Ellie, Sophie & Lily, were all getting ready in the living room which meant I could really capture the buzz and excitement of the morning.  Chris had Read More

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Cripps Stone Barn Wedding Photographer – Jo & Nick

Cripps Stone Barn. The weather forecast had promised torrential rain all afternoon but luckily for us, it did not materialise until the wedding breakfast.  Maybe it was all the umbrellas being clutched by the guests that did the trick ……!   Jo and her bridesmaids, Nicky, Hannah, Emma & Jo were getting ready at Barnsley House and there was a definite buzz of excitement in the air.  Getting photos of the little flowergirl, Poppy, was quite challenging as she never stopped running around until she saw her reflection in the mirror: my cue to click the shutter!  As professional photographers, Chris Read More

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Cotswold Water Park Wedding Photographer – Laura & Jon

Hot, hot, hot…..  we’re not used to this weather!!  The variations in temperature this year have been ridiculous.  Chris and I are used to working in all conditions but my heart goes out to the groom’s party wearing their suits and waistcoats.  Laura & Jon were getting ready separately at The Cotswold Water Park Hotel and whilst I stayed with Laura to capture the excitement of bridal prep, Chris went with Jon & Aaron to the church in Charlton Kings. We’ve had a few weddings at this church; it has an unmistakable, beautiful, round, stained-glass window and as the church Read More

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Clevedon Hall Wedding Photographer – Ginette & Kevin

We thought we were going to be lucky with the weather for Ginette & Kevin’s wedding, we’ve had so much rain, surely the clouds would run out of rain soon?  Upon arrival at the church, we were greeted by Kevin & his groom’s party in Naval & RAF uniforms and after the groom’s party in kilts last week, what else could a girl ask for …….   some sunshine maybe?  Ginette soon arrived at the church with her bridesmaids, dressed in a beautiful magenta colour.  With thunder overhead, we just got into the church before the heavens opened; excellent timing.  After Read More

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Tortworth Court Wedding Photographer – Kelly & Gareth

The weather was amazing for April, such glorious sunshine.  Kelly and Gareth got married at the lovely hill top church in Old Sodbury: the views were spectacular.  Kelly arrived with her father in an open-topped car and emerged wearing a Justin Alexander dress, with layer upon layer of white tulle, the top layer being scattered with sequins and the silk bodice encrusted in Swarovski crystals.  Kelly wanted to look like a princess and she certainly did that!  Tortworth Court was the location for their reception and guests were greeted with sparkling, blue champagne to complement with their colour scheme.  We Read More

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Berkeley Castle Wedding Photographers – Claire & Chris

Claire & Chris were married at Woodchester Priory, a beautiful church high on a hill in Nailsworth. The groom’s party wore kilts and as it was very windy day, all the girls were just wondering ‘what if the wind just whipped up a bit more?’  But it didn’t although I was ready with the camera!  After the ceremony, Claire & Chris were driven to Berkeley Castle in a 1929 Vintage Cadillac, an amazing car driven by Steve, who is always so friendly and keeps the car immaculate.  Berkeley Castle is amazing and steeped in history: one of our favourite venues.  Read More

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The Manor House Hotel Wedding Photographer – Laura & James

We had a lovely drive to Laura & James’ wedding in Moreton-in Marsh through a very lush, green looking countryside, could it be something to do with all the rain we’ve had recently?  Chris met the groom’s party at the Manor House Hotel before walking to the church, the men trying to work out how to hold their top hats which always causes some hilarity.  Over at the bride’s house, the corks were popping and Laura and her bridesmaids were relaxing into their roles.  Laura had opted for a Mori Lee gown with lacing at the back and after a Read More

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Tortworth Court Wedding Photographer – Kathy & Mike

It was lovely to see Kathy & Mike again after doing their pre-wedding shoot in April.  The couple had flown over from Chicago for their wedding and it was lovely to see that so many friends and family had flown over to celebrate with them.  As a surprise, especially for the American guests, an old fashioned red London bus was used to ferry the guests to the ceremony.  Kathy & Mike were married at the Methodist Church in Thornbury and held their reception at Tortworth Court.  Although the rain had held off, it was blowing a gale and poor Kathy Read More

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The Bishop’s Palace Wedding Photographer – Gemma & Russell

Gemma & Russell were married in the picturesque Somerset village of West Lydford.  You couldn’t ask for a more idyllic church: next to a river with a weeping willow and reached by crossing an old, stone bridge.  After the ceremony and a few photographs, guests made their way to The Bishop’s Palace for the reception and we chose to follow the two 1929 Vintage Austin Heavy Burnham cars (Tilly & Lilly from Memories Forever and with a top speed of 37mph!) through the winding narrow lanes.  After chatting with their guests and enjoying a glass of bubbly, we took Gemma Read More

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Cripps Stone Barn Wedding – Lyndsey & Kevin

Cripps Stone Barn. We awoke to find sunshine and blue sky: hooray after all the rain we’ve experienced lately.  On arrival at the church, we were treated to a wee bit of Scotland as all men from the groom’s family, including the groom himself, were dressed in kilts.  The little boys looked adorable in their kilts as they played hide and seek in the church grounds.  Lyndsey looked amazing in a ivory silk gown by Suzanne Neville, with a high neckline in French lace and low back with ruching detail.  It suited her to a tee.  After the ceremony, the Read More

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The Bath Spa Hotel Wedding Photographer – Elizabeth & Jules

On arrival at the Bath Spa Hotel, we were greeted by two very excited little bridesmaids, Rosie & Martha who just couldn’t wait to get into their pretty little dresses.  Elizabeth looked amazing in a Caroline Castigliano dress and Di Hassall’s vintage inspired embroidered shoes with organza ribbon.  As the bridal party waited nervously in the church entrance, the St Edmund’s School Chamber Choir sang ‘Love Divine’.  Elizabeth, arm in arm with her father, walked down the aisle to a ‘Fanfare and Wedding March’ composed by Jules especially for his beautiful bride.  With three choirs in the church, the singing Read More

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The Hare & Hounds Hotel, Westonbirt Wedding Photographer – Laura & Johnny

Laura & Johnny were hoping for a gin blue sky, frosty winter wedding but were greeted with high winds and grey skies but this didn’t dampen their spirits.  Laura looked stunning in her elegant Ritva Westenius dress and when she walked down the aisle of the church, Johnny was beaming with pride.  Their reception was held at The Hare & Hounds Hotel at Westonbirt; a favourite place for us as we often frequent the bar after a walk in the nearby arboretum.  Guests enjoyed mulled wine and canapés whilst we took Laura & Johnny off outside for some photos in Read More

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