GRANGEFIELDS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
I absolutely love Grangefields as a wedding venue—it’s full of charm and character. So, I was thrilled when Linda and Peter asked me to be their wedding photographer for their September celebration at Grangefields!
My day began at Makeney Hall Hotel, where Linda, her parents, and her maid of honour were getting ready. At the time of writing, Grangefields does not have onsite accommodation for bridal preparations—similar to Hazel Gap Barn, another Cripps and Co venue—so nearby hotels are a popular choice for couples.
With only a small bridal party getting ready, everyone was perfectly timed and ready to go right on schedule. The only minor hiccup was the arrival of the wedding car—when it finally showed up, Linda’s Dad jumped in to help secure the ribbons!
When I arrived at Grangefields, Peter and his best man warmly welcomed the arriving guests and guided them into the stunning wedding ceremony room.
One of my favourite moments to capture was Linda walking down the aisle with her Dad. The raw emotion she showed as she locked eyes with Peter was simply beautiful and made for truly unforgettable wedding photos.
One of the reasons I absolutely love the wedding ceremony room at Grangefields is the incredible natural light. While most people simply notice the beautifully lit images (like those in the gallery below), the secret behind this stunning light is the large window that floods the room with soft, flattering light that gently bathes the couple during their ceremony.
Unlike many barn conversion wedding venues—which often have limited natural light or windows positioned behind the couple, causing backlighting challenges—Grangefields offers a perfect front-lit setting. This makes capturing authentic, radiant wedding photos much easier and ensures the couple looks their best throughout the ceremony.
After the wedding ceremony concluded and the marriage certificate was signed by the witnesses, the newlyweds joyfully walked back down the aisle and into the courtyard, where they were showered with confetti and bubbles—a picture-perfect celebration moment.
The early afternoon was spent enjoying the beautiful courtyard atmosphere, until the rain prompted an early move indoors for the wedding breakfast and speeches.
The speeches were heartfelt and memorable, delivered by Linda’s Dad, Peter, the Best Man, and Peter’s Dad. A particularly touching moment came when Peter, honoring Linda’s parents who had traveled from China, delivered part of his speech in Chinese—a wonderful personal touch that added warmth to the occasion.
The early evening kicked off with a fun selection of garden games, including Jenga, badminton, and crazy golf. Incorporating garden games or other activities for wedding guests between the main events can make a huge difference in keeping the day lively and engaging. Sitting around for long stretches waiting for the next part of the wedding can get a bit dull for some guests, but Linda and Peter made the perfect choice by providing entertaining options. Not only did this keep everyone happily engaged, but it also resulted in some genuinely fun and candid wedding photos that perfectly captured the joyful atmosphere of their Grangefields wedding.
The evening celebrations began with the traditional cake cutting, a sweet moment that set the tone for the night ahead. This was followed by the couple’s first dance, a beautifully intimate highlight that I was thrilled to capture. The party then kicked into high gear with a lively Spotify playlist disco, keeping guests dancing and celebrating well into the night. To close the perfect day, Linda and Peter made a stunning sparkler exit on the balcony overlooking the courtyard—a magical finale to their unforgettable Grangefields wedding.
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GRANGEFIELDS WEDDING VENUE LOCATION AND INFORMATION
From Grangefield’s Web-site:
“Grangefields - A new Derbyshire wedding venue on the historic Trusley Estate and is part of the Cripps and Co portfolio of wedding venues scattered around the UK”
Address - Long Ln, Ashbourne DE6 5BJ
Contact Info - https://crippsandco.com/grangefields | Tel: 01332 943 644 | Grangefields@crippsandco.com