Rosie and Clive’s wedding, Hedingham Castle, Essex
Rosie and Clive were married on March 5th at Hedingham Castle in Essex.
The following photos are a sneak-peak of their photos. The full gallery will be online by 18th March.
Hedingham Castle – house and grounds
The house at Hedingham, with the castle in the background
I’ve been one of Hedingham Castle’s recommended wedding photographers for the last few years and over time I’ve seen the castle, house, and grounds go through a lot of changes.
Over the last few months the grounds and marquee have been transformed – and I was so impressed on my last visit I thought I’d write this blog!
The view of the Castle from the driveway
The Castle was built around 1140, and sits in an open expanse of land at the top of a hill. It is all that remains of the original construction: hundreds of years ago it would have been surrounded by buildings and enclosed by a wall.
The house at the top of the drive
The grounds surrounding the house and castle are magnificent. Over the last few months they have undergone major changes with new plants being introduced, areas cleared, and ponds being dug.
There are so many vantage points and short walks – each one uncovering another hidden gem. If you have the opportunity to attend one of Hedingham Castle’s open days or events I would thoroughly recommend it.
The drawing room at Hedingham
This room, like many in the house, has benefited from lots of attention. The once threadbare furniture has been lovingly restored and re-upholstered. New curtains and wallpapers have replaced the old, and while the house has a wonderful feeling of history and times gone-by, it also feels new and cared for.
The marquee, set for a wedding
There have been small, but significant changes to the marquee as well – for example, the new carpet. It complements the table decorations and interior, and means everything feels warm even on the coldest winter evening.
The marquee from outside
The house at night
To see examples of photographs from weddings at Hedingham Castle, click here.
Lynsey and Gordon’s Wedding, Hedingham Castle
Lynsey and Gordon were married at Hedingham Castle on August 21st 2009.
Hedingham Castle – looked magnificent on a beautiful late summer’s day
Gordon waiting for Lynsey before the ceremony
Lynsey waiting at the bottom of the stairs.
Gordon and Lynsey during the wedding ceremony
Lynsey and Gordon’s first kiss
Lynsey, Gordon and their wedding party walking across the ground of the keep.
Confetti on the bridge at Hedingham Castle
Lynsey laughing with guests during the reception
Lynsey and Gordon held their reception at the Eight Bells pub, Saffron Walden. When we left Hedingham castle, it started to rain. About an hour later, when we arrived in Saffron Walden, it stopped raining – perfect timing!
Lynsey and Gordon’s father with nephew Ben
Celebrating Australia collapsing to 138 for 8
Lynsey and Gordon very kindly sat me on a table with their guests. As we chatted it became clear several people wanted to know the cricket score. I explained that there are a couple of things I won’t do at a wedding (because I feel they aren’t professional) and these are having an alcoholic drink or using my mobile phone. However, as it was a crucial Ashes game, I asked if it would it be OK to check the score on my phone… ‘of course that’s OK’ I was told.
My job description then temporaily mutated into sports correspondent…
Lynsey’s Dad looking at the score on my mobile phone.
“Australia all out for 160 and my daughter happily married… all on the same day!”
Gordon and Lynsey laughing during the speeches
Lynsey and Gordon cutting the cake
When I first met Gordon and Lynsey they mentioned there were some beautiful gardens at the back of the pub. It turns out they were Bridge End Gardens, created in the 19th century and restored to their Victorian grandeur. For the few minutes we were there, we had them all to ourselves.
Lynsey and Gordon’s full set of photos are now online.
To see them click here.
