Marie & Callum’s Wedding – Mavis Hall Park, near Edinburgh

Posted by James - Thursday, 15th July 2010

A ceremony by a private loch, Highland games, a reception and ceilidh in a stunning barn, a bonfire in a farmyard; Marie and Callum’s wedding at Mavis Hall Park was nothing short of magical. Set in 200 acres of idyllic countryside at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills near Edinburgh, Mavis Hall Park is an absolutely exceptional venue, perfect for a wedding with a difference.

Marie and Callum provided a relaxed, fun filled and memorable day for their guests, and I had a really wonderful time second-shooting their wedding with Pete and Laura Lawson.

Rain clouds were looming from time to time during the day and there were a few spits of rain but luckily the weather remained perfect all day. Marie checks for rain:

Callum’s mum tests her high heels for their céilidh suitability!

 

Marie’s beautiful wild flowers were picked on the morning:

The first impression of Mavis Hall Park is this beautiful and charming entrance:

Led by a piper, the guests take a leisurely 10 minute stroll to the ceremony through the woods on the Mavis Hall Park estate. It was a wonderful way to start the day.

The lovely humanist ceremony took place in front of a beautiful and peaceful private loch.

Marie and Callum literally tied the knot during their humanist ceremony:

Wellies were recommended in case of bad weather; fortunately they weren’t required.

Time for the highland games and to see what team the guests are on:

Getting changed for the highland games:

Callum tossing the caber:

Time for some relaxed portraits in the woods:

Bride versus groom sack race… but the sack wouldn’t fit over Marie’s dress…

Callum had a good attempt against his new wife but Marie easily won the race!

And then for some tug-of-war; groom’s side versus the bride’s side:

Marie’s team thought they won but were disqualified due to a few extra people helping!!

The guests arrive back at the barn after a fun filled afternoon

The barn at Mavis Hall was beautifully presented:

We were lucky to enjoy a meal and the hog roast was really delicious

Marie and Callum’s first dance was a ceilidh with all of their guests:

Later in the evening a bonfire was lit in the courtyard

It was a really wonderful day to capture and everyone enjoyed themselves so much; thanks to Marie and Callum for letting me be a part of your special day!

If you’re planning a wedding at Mavis Hall Park then we would love to discuss your wedding photography!

Vicki & Howard’s Wedding

Posted by James - Friday, 23rd April 2010

Weddings don’t really get much better than Vicki and Howard’s at Wynyard Hall. The very talented and lovely Pete and Laura of Lawson Photography allowed me to second-shoot for them and I enjoyed every minute! Vicki and Howard put so much thought into every part of their day – including place cards for every guest with personally written messages – and created a perfectly relaxed atmosphere, filled with so much happiness and emotion.

Holly and Craig’s Wedding

Posted by James - Monday, 8th June 2009

Last weekend I was second-shooting for wedding photographer Mandy Charlton; a fellow member of The [B] School. The wedding took place at the beautiful country house hotel, Horton Grange, in Northumberland. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day, and we were made to feel like guests by Holly and Craig and their lovely families.

Here are some of my favourite images from the day…

A bit of entertainment for the kids during the signing of the register…

…and a moment to pose too

There was lots of fun for the kids during the day. They were all so well behaved and great fun!

The newly married couple sit back and relax with friends…

How cute is this little girl?