Luke and Laura, the sweet and lovely couple, hosted their West Sussex wedding on a warm July day at Southend Barns. This is one of the most desired Chichester wedding venues due to its intimate and heartwarming atmosphere. With this in mind, it didn’t take long for the couple to decide it was the spot! Unsurprisingly, Laura and Luke left their mark on this beautiful venue with their lively celebration. In fact, you can feel their infectious energy through their pictures!
The Morning Preparations
Preps were in full swing as we arrived at the Southend Barns. Firstly, we started with the getting-ready shots of the bride and groom with their respective parties. The atmosphere was the definition of fun, and everyone was eager to see these two love birds tie the knot! On the one hand, Laura changed into a lovely, sleeveless gown with a sweet neckline and adorned her hair with delicate white flowers. Meanwhile, the groom wore a three-piece suit and complemented Laura perfectly. After having a few separate shots of the bride and groom with their family and friends, it was time for the barn wedding ceremony to begin.
The Romantic Southend Barns Ceremony
Laura & Luke chose an indoor wedding ceremony, though Southend Barns boasts indoor and outdoor spaces with stunning views. Interestingly enough, they were heavily inspired by nature’s treasures. Namely, the ceremony setting was enriched with hanging flower arrangements, creating the ultimate backdrop for their pictures. Every shot we took seemed like something out of a fairytale!
After tying the knot, this West Sussex wedding was far from over! The excitement continued with a log-cutting ceremony. Here, Laura and Luke had to do a bit of arm work. The ceremony symbolises log cutting as the first obstacle the couple must overcome together to master the hurdles that may arrive in their marriage. They did it successfully amidst the loudest cheer using a saw and enjoyed every bit of it. To make the celebration even more special, the guests hand-painted a heart-shaped tree for the couple and truly surprised them!
As wedding photographers, witnessing love and such gorgeous moments makes our day and work valuable.
Shortly after, they ushered the guests to the cocktail hour, and we spent time capturing a few group shots and intimate couple portraits. We walked across the gardens and took a few lovely shots with a lake in the background. It gave us some of the most priceless and happy photos of Laura and Luke.
The Evening Celebrations
The couple made sure to take advantage of Southend Barn’s outdoor spaces. They hosted their outdoor ceremony in a cosy tent, creating the loveliest atmosphere. Everyone was in high spirits, not to mention all the cute children running around! In fact, I think they were the most energetic and excited guests. Finally, Laura and Luke took their first dance as newlyweds under the glowing disco ball and invited everyone to join them. Thankfully, they hired a band that truly knew how to keep the party going!
Laura and Luke’s celebration at Southend Barns was the epitome of romance, happiness, and fun! They truly went above and beyond with their West Sussex wedding, and we ensured it stays in their memories forever.
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