Bardney Hall Wedding - Tracy & Graham
We were warmly welcomed into the home of Tracy and Graham on a snowy January afternoon to get to know each other over a coffee and to discuss their upcoming wedding plans and requirement for wedding photography. Our immediate first impression was that they have exceptional taste in coffee, very quickly though we realised the thing of most importance to them was family, a family that we have genuinely been made to feel part of throughout our time together.
Bardney Hall in Barton
Tracy and Grahams wedding reception was to be held at Bardney Hall in Barton, North Lincolnshire. As a Hull wedding photographer we hadn’t visited Bardney Hall before so it was brilliant when we all met with Claire at the venue a few weeks before the wedding to discuss a few final details, to have a look around and to share more delicious coffee! Our excitement for the day really stepped up during this meeting, it was our first visit to Bardney Hall and we were stunned at how beautiful the building and gardens were. Leaving this meeting we were all excited to know the next time we would meet would be on their wedding day!
Bridal preparation photography
We met with Tracy and her bridesmaids a few hours before the ceremony, it was lovely to share the excitement with everyone as they prepared for the day ahead. It was such a special moment seeing Tracy in her dress for the first time, the children had told us that the dress would be fluffy and pink with lights on but we quickly realised this was a decoy to throw Graham off the scent, what Tracy actually wore was truly elegant with a beautiful lace back with button detail down the train.
St Michael & All Angels Church Cherry Burton
Tracy and Graham were married at St Michael & All Angels Church in Cherry Burton with a full congregation of friends and family, these adding to the service with readings and also music which was played from the heart and enjoyed by all. With the vows said and rings exchanged, Tracy and Graham left the church as husband and wife to a brilliant guard of honour formed by all in attendance.
Bardney Hall for group photographs
Arriving at Bardney Hall just a few days after the hottest day ever recorded in the UK and after a few weeks without rainfall we were pleased to be greeted by the lush green gardens which had clearly had been cared for and watered very well during the scorching weather. This was a beautiful backdrop for the family group photographs which we knew would be a very important part of the day for Tracy and Graham.
Couple photoshoot at Bardney Hall
The gardens at Bardney Hall are amazing, the many different spaces are fantastic for a game of hide and seek, they are also a real treat for a photographer with lots of varying colour and texture to play with, something we made full use of as we spent time with Tracy and Graham to capture some couple portraits on their wedding day.
The Austen Suite
The Austen Suite at Bardney Hall boasts more of the timeless and luxurious décor that can be found throughout the property, this was a perfect retreat for a moment of reflection as Tracy spent some quality time with her bridesmaids. We loved the big bright windows and oversized mirror which were perfect for a few extra photographs.
Garden games, fun for all of us!
On the lawn were a selection of garden games which were brilliant fun for the children (and photographers) to enjoy, a brilliant addition to the day which encouraged people to mingle and get to know each other. Rachel had a great deal of success with the games, me less so but it was great fun nonetheless.
Wedding Speeches in the Ceremony Room
One thing we really enjoyed during our time at Bardney Hall was how individual the day felt, Tracy and Graham were able have an experience which was entirely tailored to them which was appreciated and thoroughly enjoyed by everybody, Rachel and I included. A unique touch were the speeches which were opened up to the room, allowing for anybody to take part. This was the first time we had seen this approach but it worked beautifully with some very touching words shared along with plenty of humour and advice that we could all take away with us.
The magic of Bardney Hall at night
With the sun going down, Bardney Hall becomes even more magical with the garden lit by fairy lights that look amazing against the night sky this was appreciated by the Harry Potter fans in attendance and great fun for us photographers. We took the opportunity to create a one of a kind portrait using all of the lights of the venue (and a little bit of our own), this was a perfect end to what was a perfect day and one we will always fondly look back on.
Many congratulations to Mr and Mrs Green!
For more information on weddings at Bardney Hall please contact Claire who will be very happy to discuss this wonderful venue with you.
We are a husband and wife team of wedding photographers in Hull with a love of storytelling through images. If you are planning your own wedding day and like our style it would be great to have an informal chat to hear your story so far, your plans, and see if we’re a good fit for you.
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