20th February at Mitton Hall Hotel in Whalley. a beautiful hotel in a beautiful part of the Lancashire countryside.I always like going to Mitton Hall as the grounds are fantastic with the river Ribble running along the back, and the inside is pretty good for photographs as well. Dave, the wedding coordinator was brilliant and really helped with the timings and keeping everyone informed, and it was never too much trouble to get you a cup of coffee. He came into see Jade and myself early on and made everyone feel really at ease. Jade was busily getting ready although she seemed very relaxed, its always a bit chaotic at this time. I tried to get as many shots as I could without setting anything up. I love the shots of the bridesmaid ruffling her hair and mum looking totally amazing.
I had to check the time as I knew that Aaron was arriving with the Best Man in the Aston Martin, great, but I didnt expect him to start doing trips up and down the road! What a brilliant car.
Everybody was now ready and the service was about to start. I adore the shot of Dad gazing into his daughters eyes just before he gives her away. “a penny for your thoughts”.
After the service we went for a walk in the grounds and got some really nice shots along the paths even though the grass was very wet.
Lads being lads like to have fun. Its not just the girls and when I asked the couples to “give each other a kiss” I knew what was going to happen, but it made everyone laugh.
I managed to get some beautiful shots of Jade later on, she insisted on the Aston Martin!,
but I didnt mind. The best pictures for me were near the end when Jade decided to do her 'special dance’ which evidently has earned her a few drinks in the past! I can see why.
Finally a couple of relaxed images to finish the day.
Thanks to you both, I am honored to be a part of it, and love my job when I can have days like this. David Barry
