Athelhampton House Wedding

July 12, 2022

Athelhampton House Wedding with Sam & Giulia

If I had the time, I’d love to plot out, all the places I’ve captured a wedding, on a map. Having been a wedding photographer for a decade now, it’s not every day I’m visiting somewhere for the first time. But today I’m sharing (what I think is) my first ever Dorset Wedding! And what a wedding to introduce me to the area.

Natural wedding photography in Dorchester

On my drive down to Dorchester the evening before the wedding. I was greeted by rolling views over the countryside, stretching out for miles. I drove through so many lovely little villages. And passed an old red phone box that had been turned into a book exchange <3

White wedding flowers

When Sam & Giulia first booked me to photograph their wedding, we instantly bonded over our love for the natural world. A passion you can see inspired so many aspects and details of their wedding day. Including the beautiful flowers and foliage that created the bouquets, hair pieces, and decorations for the church and reception venue.

Creative wedding photographer Dorset captures relaxed images of bride getting ready for wedding

Friends deliver bride food and italian and british fusion wedding

Groom arriving at All Saints church in Dewlish, Dorchester

Sam & Giulia’s ceremony took place in the village where they first met and in the Church where Sam’s Dad lies. It can be really tricky to know how to remember and honor lost loved ones on a wedding day. I loved how Sam had a buttonhole made up for his Dad. I was really glad I managed to grab a sneaky photo of him laying it down for him from where I was hiding behind a tree. Moments like that are so special and not something I would want to interrupt. That said, I really wanted to capture Sam’s Dad’s presence somehow. Because those we love are such a big part of our lives and we definitely carry them with us, especially on those important days. So that’s where those subtle photo ninja skills come in handy.

All Saints Church in Dewlish, Dorchester

Groom arriving at All saints church in Dewlish for wedding

Groom laying flowers at Dad's grave

Gravestone of father of the groom with wedding flowers laid down

black and white photo of wedding rings engraved with personal message inside

Dewlish Church wedding captured by creative Dorset wedding photographer

Dewlish Church wedding captured by creative wedding photographer

Candid wedding photography at Dewlish Church wedding

Candid wedding photography of guests arriving at All saints Church in Dewlish

Candid wedding photographer captures natural photos of wedding guests

Bride and father arrive at Dewlish Church in classic car

Vintage classic wedding car arrives at All Saints Church in Dewlish, Dorchester

Candid black and white wedding photography of bride arriving at church

Candid wedding photographer captures bride arriving at All Saints Church in Dewlish

Natural group wedding photos captured by Creative cotswold wedding photographer

Cirencester wedding photographer captures natural photos of bridesmaid wearing dark green dress

Gloucestershire wedding photographer captures candid photo of happy bride and groom during wedding ceremony

 

Emotional close up photo of mother of the bride captured by Cirencester wedding photographer

Cotswold wedding photographer captures Joyful bride and groom hugging during church ceremony

Candid black and white wedding photography of father of the bride hugging mum

Creative cotswold wedding photographer captures joyful confetti throw outside church

Cotswold wedding photographer captures candid photo of bride and groom kissing after confetti throw

 

bio-degradable petal confetti in cones

Natural wedding photography of bride covered in confetti

wedding photographer gloucestershire captures candid photos of joyful guests

wedding photographer cotswolds captures candid photos of bride hugging guests

natural wedding photography captured by wedding photographer gloucestershire

Natural wedding photography of guests

candid wedding photography of parents at dads grave after wedding ceremony

Natural wedding photography of bride and groom outside Dewlish Church in Dorchester

cotswold wedding photographer captures natural portraits of bride and groom outside church

Creative wedding photographer Gloucestershire captures natural photos of bride and groom outside church

Drinks being served at Athelhampton House Wedding

Classic wedding car arriving at Athelhampton House Wedding

Athelhampton House Wedding captures classic car arriving with bride and groom

After the church ceremony, we headed over to Athelhampton House to celebrate. What an incredible venue! Their gardens are vast and absolutely stunning. Inevitably, there wasn’t enough time to use all of the wonderful photo locations so I’d love to photograph another Athelhampton House wedding so I can explore the rest.

classic car arriving at Summer wedding at Athelhampton House

Athelhampton House is a Tudor house, nestled in the heart of Dorset, that is over 500 years old.  The wedding guests really enjoyed exploring the old house and gardens during the reception. And there is plenty of space for you to take five minutes to yourselves on what can be a really lovely but overwhelming day.

Natural wedding photography of bride arriving at Athelhampton House Wedding

Athelhampton House Wedding

Athelhampton House Wedding photography

Athelhampton House Wedding photography

Athelhampton House Wedding photographer

Athelhampton House Wedding Reception

Relaxed group photos at Athelhampton House captured by creative wedding photographer

Foliage and floral wedding cake

Wedding table center pieces at Athelhampton House

Foliage and nature inspired wedding decorations at Athelhampton House wedding venue

Candid wedding photo of guest smelling flowers in Gardens at Athelhampton House

Athelhampton House

Athelhampton House wedding

Athelhampton House wedding photography

Athelhampton House wedding photographer

Athelhampton House wedding photography

Athelhampton House wedding photography captured by creative dorset wedding photographer

Athelhampton House wedding

black and white photo of detail on back of bride's wedding dress

wedding dinner games and quiz

creative dorset wedding photographer captures guests doing dinner quiz at Athelhampton House wedding

Sunset photos of bride and groom at Athelhampton House wedding

Summer wedding at Athelhampton House

black and white wedding photography of bride and groom's first dance at Summer wedding at Athelhampton House wedding

Looking for a creative Dorset wedding photographer?

If you’ve enjoyed my relaxed, natural, and storytelling approach to capturing weddings. If you’re looking for a creative wedding photographer, I’d love to hear from you. Get in touch to have a chat about your plans.

lively candid wedding photography of wedding party at Summer wedding at Athelhampton House

S & G’s Wedding Supplier Credits

Credit where credit is due. If you’d like to find out who any of the talented folk are that worked on Sam & Giulia’s wedding day you can find them here.

Dorset Wedding Venue: Athelhampton House

Wedding Cake by Angel Cake in Poundbury 

Bride’s hair and makeup by Amazing Face in Poole

Groom’s outfit from Wedding Time in Dorchester

Floristry by Deborah at The Florist of Poundbury

 

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