Fennes Wedding Photography
Real wedding at Fennes, Braintree
This was the first wedding we had photographed at Fennes in Braintree and it didn't disappoint. We were all looking forward to a gorgeous outdoor ceremony in the beautiful grounds of the old Georgian house…but then the rain came! Of course it was a shame for the bride and groom who had planned their summer wedding for the August sunshine and weren't able to utilise the beautiful grounds. However, the staff were amazing and set up the ceremony inside - it was so beautiful you wouldn't have known it was actually plan B!
When we arrived we went upstairs to photograph the bride getting ready with her mum, bridesmaids and young daughters. The room is completely set up for bridal prep with large dressing room mirrors and a dressing table for hair and make-up. The space is ideal because it consists of a couple of rooms, meaning one can be messy and one can be tidy for the photos :)
One thing we remember is the bridesmaids dress ribbons were a bit creased and while everyone was frantically searching for an iron, the hairdresser simply turned around and used her hair straighteners instead - problem solved!
Indoor wedding ceremony at Fennes
Downstairs the groom was ready and waiting for his bride. The colour scheme was gold which looks very stylish and the silk-lined ceiling added some class. If that wasn’t enough, there were white throne-like chairs for the bride and groom! The ceremony itself was short and sweet. The bridesmaids looked lovely as they walked down the aisle, followed by the bride with her father. The smiles at the end when they were announced as the new Mr and Mrs says it all.
Wedding photography at Fennes
It was such a shame that we weren’t able to get outside for the portraits - the rain didn’t let up AT ALL! Luckily, the grand rooms of the venue provided a striking backdrop for the photos all the same. The reception drinks took place in the old drawing rooms while the staff changed the ceremony room ready for the wedding breakfast. WOW! It looked amazing. Large flower displays as center pieces and lovely little details here and there for a personal touch.
This was another beautiful, unique wedding we had the pleasure of being a part of. If it has given you any ideas for your wedding, please get in touch – we would love to hear your plans.
See also our review of Fennes as a wedding venue.
Written by Eleth Mageehan, (c) 2021, all rights reserved.
This wedding was full of fun and laughter - you are sure to find great ideas and inspiration for your wedding. An outdoor, autumnal wedding with the evening reception in the barn.