Matt Andrew 18/06/2019 Matt Andrew 18/06/2019

THORESBY HALL WEDDING | REBECCA & JOSHUA

Wedding Photography At Thoresby Hall

The rustic charm of Thoresby Riding Hall provided the perfect backdrop for Rebecca and Joshua’s wedding. The isn’t the first time i’ve hopped up to Thoresby as a Nottingham wedding photographer. This Victorian Riding Hall is nestled in north Nottinghamshire.

Both bridal and groom preparations took place separately in the nearby Sherwood Hideaway lodges. I met Rebecca and Joshua in the heart of Sherwood Forest. Rebecca and Joshua had hired out two of the lodges and had spent a few days here relaxing with the family and dogs before the big day.

Here, Rebecca was joined by her bridesmaids. I really like the deep colour tones of their dresses and flowers. This colour scheme continued in the venue and was perfectly complimented by the rustic, stripped back elegance of Thoresby. Here we had large airy spaces, soaring ceilings, exposed brickwork and brick arch features to work with. A perfect place for individual style.

Enjoy the photos!

bride relaxing during bridal preparations

bridesmaid putting a garter on the brides leg

tthoresby riding hall in Nottinghamshire

bridesmaids on the way to the wedding ceremony

bride and her father walk down the aisle at Thoresby Riding Hall

bride and groom getting married at Thoresby Riding Hall

bride and groom enter the reception room at Thoresby Riding Hall

man playing saxophone while standing on a chair

bridesmaids laughing at the wedding speeches

Matt Andrew 03/07/2016 Matt Andrew 03/07/2016

Thoresby Courtyard Wedding | Samantha & Ashley

Samantha and Ashley had booked me as their Nottingham wedding photographer earlier in the year shortly after they had decided that they would celebrate their special day at Thoresby Courtyard.

Samantha and Ashley met in August 2013 after signing up to Match.Com. On Match, it requires you to enter a portfolio about yourself and requirements for your next partner. Being 29 at the time Samantha had stated that she was looking a partner between the ages of 30-40 and a non smoker.

Ashley, who was 41, had noticed Samantha's profile and decided to send an email saying “What’s a year between friends….” After various emails, texts and phone calls had been exchanged, they decided to meet at the Unicorn Pub in Gunthorpe, Nottingham for their first date in September 2013. The rest, as they say, is history and they have never been happier. However…………….they are still working on the non-smoker bit. I suppose you can’t have everything :)

Samantha and Ashley were joined by family and close friends from all over the UK and as far as Canada and all had a fantastic time. Special thanks to all the staff at Thoresby Courtyard for their hospitality and for making Samantha and Ashley's day so special.

Interview With The Bride

Wedding venue - Thoresby Courtyard

Wedding Dress - Diana Harbridge

Flowers - Floral Dreams

Grooms Suit - Greenwoods

Evening Entertainment - The Splinter Band

Wedding cake - John Lewis

How many guests – 80 in the day up to 150 in the evening

Wedding breakfast meal – Lamb with seasonal vegetables and a chocolate mousse. Pizza and fish and chips for the evening guests.

First dance song – Golden Heart by Mark Knopfler

Honeymoon – Cape Verde, Bon Vista

Proposal – It was on Christmas day 2014. He had hidden a ring for me in a giant Ferrero Rocher, We were having a glass of Champaign in the hot tub at home to celebrate Christmas when he gave me the chocolate. However, instead of the chocolate, a box appeared with my engagement ring inside.

If you are thinking about having me as your wedding photographer please get in touch, I would love to hear all about your wedding plans.

Here are a few of my favourites from Samantha and Ashley's wedding day.