With Huntsmill Farm being one of the venues I visit most frequently, it’s weird to think that there was a day that I was shooting there for the first time! It was Rachel and Conor’s wedding that brought about my first visit, and I’m pleased to say it started my string of weddings shooting there with an absolute bang.

Despite on-and-off rain during the morning, there were smiles all around! Huntsmill having accommodation on site meant I was able to pop in and capture both Rachel and Conor getting ready in their separate cottages, and it was lovely to see them both before the day kicked off.

Rachel stunned in her bridal separates, a bespoke lace top by the Wedding Workshop paired with a classic tulle skirt, while Conor and his groomsmen looked dapper in blue suits with burgundy ties. She carried a bouquet of pastel flowers, perfect for a countryside wedding.

One of the highlights of the day was capturing their “first look” moment, which is a rare treat in the UK. Usually, the first couples see each other is that moment at the end of the aisle, but Rachel and Conor wanted the opportunity to meet each other before so they could have a little drinks reception with their families before the ceremony. It was such a special moment and I’ll always be grateful to have had the opportunity to capture it.

Their ceremony in the barn was filled with emotion, laughter, and even a rendition of "It Must Be Love" by Madness sung by their loved ones. One of the things I love most about modern weddings is the flexibility couples have to tailor their wedding exactly how they want it, and it was so much fun to capture everyone singing during the ceremony!

The Buckinghamshire countryside made for the perfect backdrop for their relaxed celebrations for the rest of the day, starting with confetti, drinks and canapes in the Huntsmill gardens.

Dinner was a delight, with tables named after wines and adorned with candle lanterns and lush greenery. Their wedding breakfast was some of the best wedding food I’ve ever had: charcuterie, pizza and visiting an ice cream stand for dessert!

The evening culminated in a joyful first dance, complete with some impressive moves on the dance floor. Capturing Rachel twirling in her dress was so much fun and I still look back on the photos fondly.

As the night came to a close I couldn’t resist grabbing a final portrait of the newlyweds, backlit with Huntsmill Farm’s festoon lights. It’s a picture that I’ve been asked to recreate many times since and it’s always nice to bring a couple out for a breather away from the madness of the dancefloor.

Congratulations Rachel and Conor! I loved capturing your day and wish you every happiness.

“Thank you so, so much for yesterday, you were INCREDIBLE! We had the most amazing day and thank you for all you did to make it special and for all the beautiful shots you set up. We especially love that last one you took in the dark!”

— Rachel & Conor