Wedding plans hadn’t gone altogether smoothly for this lovely couple, with last-minute changes to both the church & reception venues! But everything came together on the day and a huge amount of family & friends joined them for a lively ceremony at the Christian Centre in Plymouth (with some seriously good musicians too!). The Thurlestone Hotel once again proved to be a great venue and we even managed to squeeze the wedding car down the rather narrow road to the beach for some stunning shots. In spite of the rather chilly wind, Naomi bravely took off her coat to show off her gorgeous dress – and looked extremely glamorous while doing so! Its always great to see friends & family enjoying themselves, well we had a great day too and wish them a long & happy life together x
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Phil & Vicky at The Carbis Bay Hotel
Another great day at the Carbis Bay Hotel – and even the weather behaved for us. The hot pink theme warmed up a slightly grey day, but nothing was going to stop the wedding party from letting off steam on the beach after the ceremony! Phil & Vicky – and the boys of course – we wish you all the best for a happy life together x
Kerry & Nathan at St Lalluwy Church in Menheniot & The Hannafore Point Hotel in Looe
Another lovely day of wedding photography in Cornwall with a truly lovely couple! Kerry & Nathan have been together for quite a while & when I first met them it was obvious they really are meant for each other.
On the big day Nathan looked fab (and slightly nervous…) in his RAF uniform, and Kerry looked just beautiful in a dress that emphasized how tiny she is!
The church ceremony at St Lalluwy Church in Menheniot, Cornwall was wonderful and had such a happy atmosphere. Afterwards we all headed off to the Hannafore Point Hotel in Looe, Cornwall, with its stunning views across the bay. Kerry & Nathan wanted a bit of quiet time before greeting their guests so we stopped off at a spot overlooking Looe Island for some photos. Onlookers were quite amused when chairs and a picnic basket emerged from the wedding car and the bride & groom proceeded to enjoy a cup of tea!
At the Hotel the room was looking beautiful, with the Mums heroically doing some last-minute decorating, and the wedding breakfast started with some very entertaining speeches. Well done to everyone for those!
Later on we ventured outside again for some moonlit photography, before the evening entertainment started with a background slideshow of Kerry & Nathan’s ‘growing-up’ photos, followed by a brilliant disco that had everyone rocking!
Kerry & Nathan, thank you for involving us in your special day. We wish you both a long & happy life together and Nathan a safe return x
Wedding Photographers in Cornwall – Katie & Bobby at the Carbis Bay Hotel, Cornwall
Another wonderful day of wedding photography in Cornwall at the Carbis bay hotel. Well what can I say about these two, except they are just great fun! Katie looked absolutely stunning (and very Cheryl Cole-like) in a gorgeous dress & no small amount of sparkle. Even her shoes had ‘I Do’ written in sparkles underneath! The atmosphere was calm, fun & friendly and I couldn’t believe how quickly the morning whizzed by.
Bobby’s face was a picture when Katie walked down the aisle, the ceremony was very touching and there were a few tears around the room. Afterwards everyone rushed to get down onto the beach more wonderful wedding photographs in the September sunshine. The little bridesmaids thought it was great, but weren’t so keen on leaving to go and start the wedding breakfast. Afterwards – to everyones delight – a vintage ice-cream van courtesy of Mr B’s in Hayle turned up. Katie had booked it as a surprise for Bobby, and she leapt into the van & started serving ice-creams! I’m not sure who was most excited, but the hotel grounds quickly filled up with wedding guests holding ice-cream cones!
We rounded the evening of Cornish wedding photography off with our ‘photo booth’. A chance for everyone to put on a daft wig and write a blackboard message to the bride & groom. Ok we usually find that some guests just like having photos taken of themselves (and that’s perfectly fine!) but everyone joins in and it’s a brilliant way to thank the happy couple for a fab day.
Katie & Bobby, we had huge fun at your wedding and you are truly a special couple. We wish you all the luck & love in the world for your future together x
Jackie & Colin at The Carbis Bay Hotel
Another wonderful day of wedding photography at the Carbis Bay Hotel, near St Ives in Cornwall.
It was the second time that this lovely couple have got married – to each other! They chose the beautiful Carbis Bay Hotel as their perfect venue, and their daughter Victoria (a professional wedding planner) came in rather handy with the organization, and what a wonderful job everyone did. The pink theme was girly, beautiful & everywhere! The room looked amazing, the guests were all incredibly happy, and Jackie looked absolutely radiant. After the ceremony the family headed to the beach where the grandchildren had great fun letting off steam, and we captured some wonderful photographs of the wedding party on one of Cornwall’s finest beaches.
Back at the hotel the Godrevy Room was transformed into the reception room, with more fabulous colours & treats for the grandchildren. But the biggest treat was the cake – a complete surprise for Colin – made in the shape of the top table with models of all the wedding party wearing their wedding outfits! We only met on the day and spent a few hours with them, but Jackie & Colin were so chilled they were an absolute joy to be with. Our very best wishes to you both and to all of your lovely family x
Fiona & James at St Werburgh’s Church, Wembury & Langdon Court Hotel
A beautiful day of wedding photography at Wembury and Lagdon Court Hotel in Devon.
The sun was well & truly shining on Fiona & James’ big day! I met Fiona at her parents house and was completely impressed by how calm & chilled everything was. Fiona’s friend did a fabulous job of the girls hair & the boys looked extremely dashing – if a little too warm! – in their kilts. Over at the church Robb had a lovely time in the sunshine photographing the groom & guests, until James spotted the warning sign about adders in the long grass & started to get a little nervous!
After the lovely service we headed down the driveway to take some shots close to the beach, before heading over to Langdon Court Hotel for the reception. The room looked beautiful and everyone had a wonderful time, which carried on late into the evening courtesy of some brilliant live music.
As Wedding Photographers it’s always a pleasure to photograph a couple truly in love and Fiona & James were no exception. Thanks to you both, and to your lovely families, for including us on your special day x
Ken & Claire at The Carbis Bay Hotel
As a wedding photographer in Devon and Cornwall you become used to the vagaries of the west country weather. Unfortunately there was no beautiful Cornish sunshine for Ken & Claire at their Carbis Bay hotel wedding – but they really didn’t mind! Claire positively glowed, and although Ken looked a touch nervous (its allowed…) they were both so happy to be finally marrying their childhood sweethearts that even a hurricane couldn’t have spoiled their day!
As usual the ceremony room looked beautiful, and the intimate gathering of close family & friends were a truly happy bunch! There were a few tears of emotion during the ceremony before everyone braved the rain at the poolside to let off loads of brightly coloured balloons and watched as they merrily floated off like a rainbow coloured cloud in the direction of St Ives.
We wish you both a wonderful happy future together x
Victoria & Alan at Ansty Hall, Coventry
When Victoria & Alan attended a wedding fair at Anstey Hall near Coventry they realised they’d found their perfect venue. These two have to be the most organized couple I’ve ever known, and it certainly showed on the day when everything ran like the proverbial clockwork! We kept a wary eye on the weather, which eventually decided not to play fair, but it didn’t matter. Bridal preparations were very laid back & Victoria looked absolutely stunning in her Ronald Joyce dress with just the right amount of sparkle. She certainly lit up the room – quite a few tears of emotion were spotted & not just from the groom! The ceremony had a wonderfully happy feel to it and to reflect their shared love of Terry Pratchett’s writing there was a brilliant reading from one of his books. The rain stopped just long enough to get the shot we wanted of everyone outside the Hall, and I have to thank the super-helpful chap on reception who actually took the photo for me (couldn’t take it and be in it too could I…).
The reception room looked absolutely beautiful – full marks to everyone involved, especially Victoria who actually made the miniature jam pot favours herself, and Victoria’s mum Kate who made the scrumptious cake. More Terry Pratchett inspiration came in the table names – a little tricky for the uninitiated to pronounce! The food was lovely & speeches were great, especially from the best man who gave us a brilliant insight into Alan’s childhood! More friends & family arrived for the evening celebrations and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We certainly had a great time and wish them a wonderfully long & happy life together x
Claire & Tim at Germoe Church & Porth en Alls
Working as a wedding photographer in Devon and Cornwall makes it possible to meet some truly wonderful people and to visit some of the hidden gems in and around the west country that you’d never normally get to see.
It’s difficult to describe this wonderful wedding and do it full justice! Having decided on a rainbow/vintage theme for their wedding, Claire & Tim found a beautifully unique venue for their reception – Porth en Alls is right by the sea and the house itself reminded me of something from ‘Alice in Wonderland’ with its quirky rooms & corridors. The beautiful & unusual flowers from eco-friendly florist Daisy Roots arrived while Claire and her nine bridesmaids were getting ready. It was quite a feat getting everyone curled & coiffed & into those petticoats! But when everyone was ready I hopped on the vintage coach with the bridesmaids, and Claire and her Dad travelled to the beautiful Germoe Church in a horse-drawn carriage; those horses were so gorgeous! Tim & the boys all looked fab in uber-cool hats & seriously bright ties too. The service was lovely – all the little bridesmaids sitting amidst a sea of frothing petticoats made everyone smile, and Booboo (Claire & Tim’s rescued greyhound) made an excellent ring-bearer!
Back at the house the reception was held in the most amazing tipi marquees (think giant hats…) and the sun finally decided to shine on the proceedings. Speeches were rather emotional, and the evening barbecue was a huge success, as was the Uley Cotswold Bitter, brewed by a relative of Tim’s!
Claire & Tim, we wish you both a long & happy life together – full of rainbows!
Aelene & Martin at Pentillie Castle
As a wedding photographer in Cornwall there a few venues that I really relish the idea of working at, so I was absolutely delighted when Aelene & Martin chose us to photograph their wedding at the stunning Pentillie Castle in Saltash, Cornwall – definitely one of our favourite venues! The guys all looked gorgeous in their dress uniforms and Robb spent the morning running from Castle to pub (in nearby St Mellion) to Castle with them before hitching a rather bumby lift to church on the wedding tractor!
Aelene’s preparations at Pentillie were a little more laid-back and she looked absolutely beautiful in her halter-necked lace dress & slightly 60’s inspired hairdo. Transport to Landulph Church for Aelene was a specially decorated military truck, which looked amazing and completely blocked the narrow road between Pentillie and the church!
After an interesting service (sorry but we weren’t allowed to photograph any of it) which featured an inspired reading from Winnie-the-Pooh by Aelene’s mum Patricia and wonderful music courtesy of Mark on Piano and James on Violin, The new Mr & Mrs Allison left the church under an archway of swords & riding crops.
Back at Pentillie the marquee was looking fabulous and a special mention just has to be made of the incredible cake! We disappeared off in the landrover for some shots of Aelene & Martin around the estate and boy was it windy up in that field! I was worried that Aelene would be blown away but after rescuing and re-attaching her veil(!) we headed back to the Castle so Martin could change into his kilt and the reception could begin. Some guests were a little surprised when just before the main course a round of haggis was accompanied into the marquee by a rousing tune on the bagpipes, but everyone entered into the spirit and enjoyed the whiskey toasts! The speeches were hilarious and afterwards we slipped away to the Bathing Hut down by the river wth Martin and Aelene for some more photos. The setting was truly magical and Martin got quite romantic about it all!
Big thanks to everyone who helped, and especially to Aelene & Martin for making our job so enjoyable. We just know you’ll continue to have a wonderful life together!